Manager Enterprise Architecture

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Would you like to make a difference in the Environment? If you answered yes, our Chalk River location is looking for an Enterprise Architecture Manager to oversee and lead the team of IT architects responsible for designing and governing the organization's overall IT architecture. Can you see yourself providing strategic direction, guidance, and support to the architecture team, ensuring that their work aligns with the organization's business objectives and IT strategy? Does the idea of collaborating with business leaders, technology teams, and other stakeholders to drive the development and implementation of scalable, secure, and innovative IT solutions appeal to you? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you!

What will you be doing!

Leading and managing the enterprise architecture team, including IT hardware architects, IT software and cloud architects, and other architecture specialists.

Providing thought leadership and recommendations to senior management and executives on strategic technology planning and digital transformation initiatives.

Conducting regular performance evaluations for the architecture team members, providing coaching and professional development opportunities.

Collaborating with business leaders and technology stakeholders to understand business requirements, identify opportunities for IT innovation, and propose architectural solutions to support business growth and efficiency.

Providing strategic direction and guidance to the architecture team, ensuring alignment with the organization's business goals and IT strategy.

Overseeing the development and maintenance of the IT enterprise architecture strategy and roadmap and ensure its integration with overall IT planning and digital transformation initiatives.

Guiding the development and governance of architectural principles, standards, and guidelines to ensure consistency, interoperability, and security across the organization's IT systems.Fostering collaboration between the architecture team and other technology and business teams to ensure the successful delivery of IT projects and initiatives.

Conducting regular assessments of the organization's IT architecture, identifying gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

Reviewing and approving architectural designs and solutions proposed by the architecture team, providing feedback and guidance as needed.

Staying updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in enterprise architecture and IT management.

Developing and maintaining strong vendor relationships to leverage external expertise and innovative technologies as needed.

Fostering collaboration between the architecture team and other technology and business teams to ensure the successful delivery of IT projects and initiatives

What we are looking for:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred

Relevant industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF Certified, Certified Enterprise Architect, etc.) are a plus.

Minimum of 10 years experience in an Information Technology role

Proven experience in a senior-level IT architecture role, with a strong background in enterprise architecture and IT management.

Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team of IT architects, providing guidance, support, and mentorship

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance strategic thinking with attention to detail.

Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Proven ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Strong leadership abilities and the capability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

In-depth knowledge of IT architecture frameworks, methodologies, and best practices, such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar frameworks.

Strong understanding of business processes, systems integration, and emerging technologies, including cloud computing, APIs, microservices, and digital platforms

Security clearance eligibility required:

Level 2 Secret which has a minimum requirement of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat Standard on Security Screening and the Policy on Government Security .

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters, so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being; at CNL, we value this.

We offer a complete total rewards package:

paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);

benefits effective day one, that s right no waiting period;

tuition support

and a pension!

Location:

CNL works with employees across Canada to enable a remote workforce where possible. Our Work from Home employees are provided with the equipment required to be successful: laptop, monitor, external etc. Of course, we always love a visit to site when possible!

About CNL:

CNL is Canada's premier nuclear science and technology organization and a world leader in developing nuclear technology for peaceful and innovative applications. Using our unique expertise, we are restoring and protecting the Environment, we are advancing clean energy technology, and our medical breakthroughs continue to improve the health of people around the world.

Our Priorities:

Clean energy for today and tomorrow.

Restore and protect the Environment.

Contribute to the health of Canadians.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promote equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence, which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist with whom you are in contact. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the cont.