Senior Information Management Architect

ADGA Group is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated defence and security technology company. Our core services include value-added program management, agile software engineering development, and integrated security solutions. As an industry partner to the Canadian Government and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for decades, ADGA is actively supporting ongoing and emerging requirements for operational readiness, reconstitution, and modernization.

For decades, we have recruited veterans to integrate their unique skillsets and highly specialized training into our workforce and work culture. At ADGA, we are united by our social purpose to create meaningful employment opportunities for veterans of the CAF and RCMP, their families, and fellow citizens who share a passion to contribute to the security and well-being of Canadians.

ADGA s social purpose empowers us to reinvest in our employees as well as to donate generously to veteran and military family causes in our community.

Join our team at ADGA, where we prioritize your success by fostering internal movement and growth in a safe, inclusive and agile work environment. We offer a wide variety of career and developmental opportunities, including the option to work on different projects and technologies, on-the-job training, cross-training, access to business and technical online courses, and formal education subsidies.

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ADGA is looking for an Information Management Architect to provide the services of a subject matter expert (SME), supporting all IM requirements for our client.

You will join our ADGA team supporting this new Defence project which will include a System Engineer, Software Architect, System Specialist, Configuration Management Specialist and Network Architect! This role is in support of a Land Surveillance, Intelligence and Reconnaissance.

Duties will include:

• Requirement Analysis. Collaborate with all stakeholders to understand the project IM requirements. (DRMIS, MS Project, DOORS, RDIMS)
• Information Architecture & Planning. Develop and maintain an IM architecture that enables the LISRM project team and aligns with the overall IM architecture.
• Data Management and Analytics. Develop strategies for effective data management, including data storage, retrieval, processing, and analytics capabilities. Designing data architectures that support real-time decision-making, situational awareness, and operational intelligence.
• Governance and Compliance. Establish governance frameworks and policies related to IM. Ensure compliance with DND/CAF regulations, and allied standards as applicable.
• Project Coordination. Collaborate with the PM, technical SMEs, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and communication throughout the project s definition phase. This includes participating in project meetings, providing advice, reviewing progress, and adjusting plans as necessary to meet project milestones.

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a minimum of 3 of this assessment criteria below:
  • Client/Server architecture and related technologies.
  • Data architecture definition, framework, and implementation for military systems.
  • System Integration: hardware and software, (COTS and/or custom developed) components into new or existing systems.
  • Database modelling.
  • Aware of current trends and new technologies in information architecture and design.
  • System life-cycle management.
  • Experience in business process improvement and knowledge of business intelligence toolsets.
  • Experience developing or working with architectural concepts, strategies, roadmaps, reference architectures, architectural patterns, frameworks, and principles.
  • Information management strategies and processes in support of change management activities.
  • Database architecture and design.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in each of this assessment area s criteria below:
  • Communicating information technology frameworks/strategies to management and technical staff.
  • Communicating system engineering direction for projects or systems with strong visualization skills with the ability to clearly communicate, in writing and orally.
  • Providing advice, guidance, and recommendations on technical issues to support the decision-making of senior management.
  • Leading multidisciplinary teams in the development of IT tactical systems, frameworks, or strategies.
  • Performing strategic, operational, or tactical planning for projects or systems to meet corporate strategy.
• Minimum of 4 years experience within the last 7 years in the preparation of technical concept documents, system specifications, and technical proposals in the field of Information Technology / Information management or engineering.
• Proof of Degree from a recognized university or community college in the sciences or a suitable engineering or technical field required to support Land C4ISR. (Land Command, Control, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance)
• Must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years (60 months) on Military Command and Control Communication and Information systems or ISTAR systems.

• A valid PSPC Secret level clearance is required.
• Must be registered with the Controlled Goods Program for this DND contract. Consultants will need to have theirs done, and employees will be processed by our organization.
• Contract role (with strong potential of extension)

Work-Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000 perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.