information technology (IT) specialist

Job Details

Position : Information Technology Specialist

Employer : Université de Montréal

Posted on : December 02, 2025

Location : Montréal, QC H3T 1J4

Work setting : Hybrid (both in person and remote)

Salary : $64,437 to $94,627 per year (annual)

Start date : February 16, 2026

Terms of employment : Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement information systems business solutions.
• Assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware.
• Develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.

Experience and Specialization

Education : Master’s degree in Computer and information sciences, general, Information technology, Computer science, or Computer engineering, general.

Experience : Experience is an asset.

Computer and Technology Knowledge

• Shell script
• Virtualization
• Linux
• Networking hardware
• Programming software
• HTML editing software
• Database software
• Programming languages: C++, Java, Microsoft Windows, SQL, Python, PHP, Linux OS

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Initiative
• Team player
• Innovation
• Proactive
• Dependability
• Creativity
• Versatility

Benefits

Health benefits:

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits

• As per collective agreement

Long Term Benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site daycare available
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program

Who can apply for this job?

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Languages

Bilingual

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