Senior Information Architect

We are seeking a Senior Information Architect to provide high-level expertise in architectural needs assessments and complex system reviews. This role is responsible for defining information requirements, developing detailed architectural plans, and ensuring that all I&IT projects align with enterprise standards. You will lead sensitive investigations, research and implement architectural policies, and act as a primary advisor for internal teams and external contractors on information architecture best practices.

Location: Orillia, ON

Hybrid: 1 day onsite / 4 days remote

Duration: 12-month contract

Rate: $585.48 - $630.17/diem

Advantages
- Long-Term Stability: Secure a 12-month contract with a high-impact public sector initiative.

- Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a remote-first schedule (4 days remote) after an initial two-week onboarding period.

- Strategic Leadership: Influence enterprise-wide policies and provide high-level advisory for complex I&IT clusters.

- Expert Tooling: Utilize leading CASE tools such as Power Designer, ERwin, and Magic Draw in a professional governance environment.

Responsibilities
Architectural Assessment & Planning

- Undertake comprehensive information architecture needs assessments for complex infrastructure and system projects.

- Define and describe architectural requirements with clients and obtain management approval.

- Develop detailed project plans and resource estimates for large-scale information architecture components.

- Research, develop, and maintain information architectural policies and standards to align with industry best practices.

Data Modeling & Standards

- Develop and review conceptual, logical, and physical data models to ensure high quality and strict adherence to standards.

- Create and maintain essential information architecture artifacts, including data flow diagrams and metadata repositories.

- Ensure all designs integrate seamlessly with corporate and cluster-specific policies.

Governance & Project Support

- Lead the creation of checkpoint deliverables and necessary artifacts for enterprise governance requirements.

- Provide situation-specific interpretation advice to project teams, client management, and external vendors.

- Develop information architecture specifications for RFPs and participate in bid assessments and contract negotiations.

- Ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and related regulatory standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration

- Participate in enterprise-wide and cross-jurisdictional architecture projects.

- Act as a central point of coordination between I&IT clusters, business clients, and technical staff.

- Lead highly sensitive information architecture investigations when required.

Qualifications
Experience & Mandatory Requirements

- 3+ years of Public Sector (OPS) experience is mandatory.

- Must Have: 3+ years experience developing and reviewing conceptual, logical, and physical data models.

- Must Have: 3+ years experience providing information architecture expertise to enterprise-level I&IT project teams.

- Must Have: 3+ years experience with GO-ITS 200PRS EA Governance Requirements and Standard Enterprise Architecture artifacts.

- Must Have: 3+ years experience with CASE tools (e.g., PowerDesigner, ERwin, MySQL Workbench, MagicDraw, Visio, or Jira).

Technical & Specialized Skills

- Deep knowledge of Information Management principles, concepts, and policies.

- Proven ability to develop checkpoint deliverables and navigate complex governance frameworks.

- Strong understanding of AODA regulations and their application within information architecture.

- Demonstrated experience in RFP specification development and vendor contract assessment.

Soft Skills

- Excellent communication skills for translating complex architecture into business-friendly guidance.

- Strong analytical skills for performing sensitive investigations and reviews.

- Ability to manage resource estimates and timelines for large-scale projects.

Summary
If you're interested in the Senior Information Architect role based in Orillia, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.