IT System Architecture Specialist-EN
- Ottawa, ON, Canada
$107,500 - $157,500 CAD · Full-time
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- Pay
- $107,500 - $157,500 CAD
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT architecture, solution architecture, systems design, or a related discipline
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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Description
The IT System Architecture Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level IT solutions that support business objectives and technology strategies across CAE's Defense & Security Canada Region.
Key Responsibilities Include
Our total rewards package includes base pay and benefits, with final compensation determined by experience, skill, location, and internal equity.
$107,500 - $157,500 CAD
About CAE
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
Position Type
Regular
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available - contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.
Data Privacy
Privacy Statement | CAE
As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Description
The IT System Architecture Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level IT solutions that support business objectives and technology strategies across CAE's Defense & Security Canada Region.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards, frameworks, and guidelines.
- Design end-to-end technology solutions that integrate applications, data, and infrastructure components.
- Ensure architecture solutions comply with security, regulatory, operational, and organizational requirements.
- Lead technical design sessions and provide architectural guidance throughout project lifecycles.
- Collaborate with business analysts, developers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver technology solutions.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations regarding adoption and implementation strategies.
- Define integration patterns and architecture approaches across hybrid environments, including on-premises and cloud-based platforms.
- Identify opportunities to improve system performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
- Support the development and implementation of monitoring, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Incorporate Government of Canada cybersecurity principles and requirements into architecture designs.
- Support adherence to data protection, privacy, and information security standards.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders and IT leadership.
- Communicate technical concepts, recommendations, and risks to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT architecture, solution architecture, systems design, or a related discipline
- Experience developing and implementing enterprise architecture solutions in complex technology environments
- Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Knowledge of virtualization, networking, and enterprise infrastructure technologies
- Experience with integration technologies and architectural patterns, including APIs, enterprise service bus (ESB), and microservices
- Knowledge of security architecture principles, cybersecurity controls, and compliance requirements
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD methodologies
- Experience supporting Flight Operations and/or Flight Training environments
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience working within regulated environments supporting government, defense, aerospace, or security-related programs.
- Experience leading enterprise architecture initiatives across large organizations.
- Professional certifications such as:
- TOGAF
- Microsoft Azure Architect
- AWS Solutions Architect
- CISSP
- ITIL
- Flexible Employee benefits programs
- Opportunity to work on a variety of projects within multidisciplinary teams
- Flexible work schedules
- Hybrid work flexibility, including occasional work-from-home arrangements
- Environment that recognizes and values employee contributions and initiatives
Our total rewards package includes base pay and benefits, with final compensation determined by experience, skill, location, and internal equity.
$107,500 - $157,500 CAD
About CAE
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
Position Type
Regular
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available - contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.
Data Privacy
Privacy Statement | CAE
As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise IT architecture and end-to-end solutions that align with business objectives and meet security, regulatory, operational, and organizational requirements. Guide project teams and stakeholders on architecture decisions, technology adoption, integration, performance, continuity, and cybersecurity across on-premises and cloud environments.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least seven years of experience in IT architecture, solution architecture, systems design, or a related discipline. Candidates should have enterprise architecture framework and cloud experience, knowledge of infrastructure, integration, security, and DevOps practices, and strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills; flight operations or training experience is also required.
Skills
- Enterprise Architecture
- Solution Architecture
- Systems Design
- TOGAF
- Zachman Framework
- Microsoft Azure
- Amazon Web Services
- Cloud Architecture
- Virtualization
- Networking
- Enterprise Infrastructure
- APIs
- Enterprise Service Bus
- Microservices
- Cybersecurity
- DevOps
Benefits
- Variety of Projects Within Multidisciplinary Teams
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Hybrid Work Flexibility
- Work-From-Home Arrangements
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Technology
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Enterprise Architecture
- Solution Architecture
- Systems Design
- TOGAF
- Zachman Framework
- Microsoft Azure
- Amazon Web Services
- Cloud Platforms
- Hybrid Environments
- Virtualization
- Networking
- Enterprise Infrastructure
- APIs
- Enterprise Service Bus
- Microservices
- Security Architecture
- Cybersecurity Controls
- Government of Canada Cybersecurity
- Data Protection
- Privacy
- DevOps
- CI/CD
- Flight Operations
- Flight Training
- Business Continuity
- Disaster Recovery
- CISSP
- ITIL
- Aerospace
- Defense and Security