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About the role
We’re looking for an Enterprise Architect specialized Security & Cloud to join our growing team!
What you’ll do here :
Lead the development of a strategic cloud and on-prem security architecture vision, including standards and frameworks.
Create security strategies and guidelines to implement controls and architecture for key programs and solutions architectures
Create a comprehensive EA strategy that describes the current architectural landscape, as well as a future state that supports business objectives.
Contribute to the creation and improvement of the enterprise architecture practices, processes, governance and compliance.
Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for a Global Enterprise Architecture guided by the overall business and IT strategy.
Define and maintain governance and compliance standards and policies.
Execute based on of the Enterprise Architecture processes.
Create, update and maintain architecture models, roadmaps and strategies.
Lead risk and cost analysis including build vs. buy strategies and recommendations.
Lead analysis of the current IT environment to detect critical deficiencies and recommend solutions for improvement.
Contribute to the definition and evolution of global IT architecture based on long-term business strategy considering the diversity of Intact activities, the need for compliance to information Security requirements, the long-term business plan scenarios, the obsolescence of mission-critical applications and the evolution of IT solutions offerings from various sources.
Capture current state Architecture and establish future state Architecture vision for each domain, supporting the business and IT strategy and vision.
Develop roadmaps for each domain to achieve this future state.
Utilize this roadmap as the basis to review and approve all project designs, at the Design gate state of the Project lifecycle.
Understand, advocate and promote the Enterprise Architecture vision and value proposition within the IT and business community.
Lead and facilitate research and assessment of new approaches and technologies for potential use within the organization.
Lead and facilitate the creation and evolution of architecture principles to support decision-making.
Contribute to the development of an implementation plan for the enterprise architecture.
Drive the Architecture review of all proposed programs as part of the yearly planning process.
Propose Architecture driven programs that actively achieve the Architecture goals of simplifying complexity, reducing redundancy and duplications, and leveraging the leading edge of technology innovations.
Consults with project teams to align projects to enterprise architecture to accommodate project needs.
Consult with infrastructure teams to fit infrastructure to architecture, as well as to identify when it is necessary to modify the technical architecture to accommodate infrastructure needs.
Review and ensure the soundness of the proposed solutions of all major projects and its alignment with enterprise architecture.
What you bring to the table :
Prior experience as a Cloud Security Architect or similar role.
In-depth understanding and applied experience with cloud and cyber security frameworks, standards, and best practices.
Hands on experience with implementing cloud native security services and platforms across AWS, Azure & GCP
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or business administration, or any combination of equivalent education and experience.
15+ years in information technology.
Experience with Security and Cloud.
Good understanding of Enterprise Architecture Governance and processes
Experience in large transformation initiatives.
5+ years in IT strategic planning, enterprise, solution or business architecture.
2+ years hand-on experience within Enterprise Architecture.
Business value driven person with positive organization-wide outcome mind.
A team player and a technical mentor.
Sharing Intact’s values : integrity, respect, customer driven, excellence, and generosity.
Actively participate in all strategic programs and guide its design, in line with the architecture principles.
Work with the functional leadership to review all project implementation to ensure that it met the original design that was approved in the Architecture described through assets such as architecture decisions, high-level architecture designs, details architecture designs.
Serve as an internal spokesperson for Enterprise Architecture on significant matters.
Comfortable working in a constantly evolving technological environment.
Extensive experience with enterprise architecture best practices, trends and transformation.
Experience in defining global enterprise architecture.
Experience in establishing and chairing IFC architecture forums.
Experience in providing leadership on Technological innovation in an enterprise.
Experience in working closely with IT PMO.
Experience in vendor management, contracts and capacity planning in a hyper-growth environment.
Experience with mergers & acquisitions and the integration of acquired businesses.
Knowledgeable in IT solutions, trends in IT and experience evaluating / implementing new tools and solutions.
Experience in the business / system / solution architecture.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Effective at driving short-term actions that are consistent with long-term goals.
Experience with cloud architecture is an asset.
Enterprise Architecture certification is an asset.
Certification in TOGAF considered an asset.
Familiarity with information management practices.
Familiarity with the IT application development life cycle.
For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.
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What we offer
Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team :
A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
Flexible work arrangements
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.
We are an equal opportunity employer
At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.
If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity.
We’ll work with you to meet your needs.
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