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IT Project Architect - NETE

Ottawa, CAFull-time2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10
HybridCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Lead the architecture, design, and delivery of a large-scale Defence Network Infrastructure and Systems Modernization initiative for the Department of National Defence.

Role type

Senior IT Project Architect (Defence Infrastructure)

Builds

End-to-end technical solutions across network, infrastructure, cloud, virtualization, storage, compute, and cybersecurity domains for mission-critical naval systems.

Domain

Defence / Government / Network Infrastructure & Cloud

Required skills

Enterprise networking, compute, storage, virtualization, cloud technologies, systems integration, cybersecurity principles, secure architecture practices, Zero Trust concepts, architecture governance, risk management

Preferred skills

TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture frameworks, experience with Government of Canada/DND/CAF environments, industry certifications in architecture/cloud/cybersecurity/project management

Technologies

Network, infrastructure, cloud, virtualization, storage, compute, cybersecurity

Responsibilities

Lead architecture, design, and technical direction for the modernization initiative; Develop and maintain end-to-end solution architectures; Lead architecture reviews, technical assessments, and risk management; Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and resolve technical challenges

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities