Systems Operations Specialist

Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) – Veðurstofa ÍslandsThe Icelandic Meteorological Office is seeking a driven and forward-thinking Systems Operations Specialist to join our IT Division.This is an opportunity to work at the heart of Iceland’s critical national infrastructure. Our systems support continuous monitoring and research of atmospheric, terrestrial, and marine processes — strengthening public safety and resilience in a rapidly changing climate.Our work depends on robust, secure, and highly available IT systems. We are looking for a technically strong professional who thrives in a structured, ISO-certified environment and enjoys both operational excellence and continuous improvement.About the OrganizationThe Icelandic Meteorological Office is a public institution operating under the Ministry of the Environment, Energy and Climate. Approximately 160 specialists work at the Office across diverse scientific and technical disciplines, supported by around 50 observational staff located throughout Iceland.Learn more at: www.vedur.isKey ResponsibilitiesOperation, implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of central and specialized IT systemsOwnership of specific systems while maintaining broad operational knowledge across the infrastructure landscapeParticipation in technical improvement projects and evaluation/implementation of new solutionsOperational planning and coordination with internal and external stakeholdersProviding reliable, high-quality IT service within an ISO-certified frameworkQualificationsDegree in Computer Science, Systems Administration, or equivalent relevant experienceProven experience administering Linux servers (required)Strong knowledge of VMware virtualization environments and storage solutionsExperience with Docker (advantage)Knowledge of Puppet, Ansible, networking, or monitoring systems (advantage)Strong analytical skills in complex system environmentsExcellent communication and service mindsetInitiative, solution-oriented thinking, and eagerness to adopt new technologiesWhat We ValueAt IMO, our core values are:ReliabilityCollaborationInnovationWe look for candidates who embody these principles in their professional work.Employment TermsFull-time positionPreferred start date: as soon as possibleSalary in accordance with the collective agreement between the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs and the relevant trade unionApplications must include a CV and a statement outlining your motivation and qualifications for the role.We encourage applicants of all genders to apply.Application Deadline16 March 2026Further InformationIngvar KristinssonExecutive Director of Observation and IT DivisionEmail: ingvar@vedur.isPhone: +354 522 6000Borgar Ævar AxelssonHead of Human ResourcesEmail: borgar@vedur.isPhone: +354 522 6000