Analyst, Application Portfolio & Governance

Socket.dev; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Build a Better You

Total Rewards

Collaborative culture

Meaningful work

Job summary

CAAT Pension Plan is seeking an Analyst, Application Portfolio & Governance to join our Information Technology team. You will review the organization’s application portfolio, assess performance, cost, and value, and recommend improvements or retirement of applications as needed.

You will collaborate with business units and finance to maintain the inventory, monitor costs, and support enterprise initiatives.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in information technology, computer science, business administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in application portfolio management, IT asset management, or a similar role.
• Knowledge of application lifecycle management and IT governance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence change.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular assessments of the application portfolio to identify redundancies, inefficiencies, and opportunities for consolidation.
• Assist in the governance of the application portfolio, ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate across business units to understand various application needs and support strategic objectives.
• Develop and maintain the application inventory and track costs and budget allocations.
• Analyze application performance metrics, costs, and user feedback to recommend enhancements or decommissioning.
• Prepare and present reports on application portfolio status to senior management.
• Support change management and enterprise initiatives within assigned areas.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Education

Post-secondary education in IT or related field

Tools

Ardoq

Orbus iServer

Avolution ABACUS

Sparx Enterprise Architect

BizzDesign

Job description

At CAAT, we’re passionate about what we do. And it shows!

Here, you’ll find a cultural spark in everything we do – from the way we partner with members and employers, to the way we work, collaborate, and grow. It doesn’t just feel different at CAAT. It is different. We’re one of the fastest-growing pensions in the country for a reason. We challenge the status quo, making a real impact on the hundreds of employers we serve – from education institutions to major corporations and household brands. And we’re just getting started. Driven by core values and a shared purpose, we’re fierce champions for better retirement security, known for our can-do culture where everyone plays a role in bringing our vision to life. If this sounds like a fit, we’d love you to be a part of it.

About the Role:

We are seeking an Analyst, Application Portfolio & Governance to join our Information Technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing and providing recommendations on the organization’s application portfolio.

This role involves analyzing the performance, cost, and value of applications, ensuring alignment with business goals, and recommending improvements or retirement of applications as necessary.

As the Newest Member of our Team, You’ll:

• Conduct regular assessments of the application portfolio to identify any redundancies, inefficiencies, and opportunities for consolidation.
• Assist in the governance of the application portfolio, ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate across business units to understand various application needs and ensure the portfolio supports strategic objectives.
• Work with the Information Technology and Finance teams to develop and maintain the application inventory, as well as track application costs and budget allocations.
• Analyze application performance metrics, costs, and user feedback to recommend enhancements, optimization opportunities, or decommissioning.
• Prepare and present reports on application portfolio status and recommendations to senior management.
• Support organizational initiatives by positively influencing and advancing change management and enterprise initiatives within assigned areas of responsibility.

To Succeed, You Bring:

• Post-secondary education in information technology, computer science, business administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in application portfolio management, IT asset management, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Knowledge of application lifecycle management and IT governance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to influence change.
• A self-starter with strong prioritization and attention to detail.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and cloud-based services is considered an asset.
• Experience with enterprise architecture tools such as Ardoq, Orbus iServer, Avolution ABACUS, Sparx Enterprise Architect, or BizzDesign would be considered an asset.

The target hiring salary for this position is $63,700.00-$74,900.00. Placement within our salary range will be based on factors such as internal equity, market conditions, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

At CAAT, we believe innovation, passion, and purpose are ingredients for a great work environment. We’re incredibly proud of our people and the remarkable impact they have as catalysts for change. We’re committed to attracting and keeping great talent, which means competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and an environment where people can grow and thrive. When you work with CAAT, you’ll enjoy:

• Opportunities to Build a Better You: We never stand still. As we grow, so do you. Enjoy a place that provides endless opportunities to learn and master your skills while cultivating new ones.

• Comprehensive & Holistic Care: Be at your best with a Total Rewards program that feeds and prioritizes your physical, mental, and financial wellness. From flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits to wellness incentives, and a defined benefit pension plan – we have you covered.

• A Place to Collaborate and Win: We’ve built a lively environment where creativity and open communication thrive. It’s why we’re consistently recognized as one of ‘Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures’, one of ‘Greater Toronto’s Top Employers’, and one of the ‘Best Places to Work’.

• Work that Truly Matters. You’re giving Canadians the opportunity for better retirement security, and organizations the chance to do more.
  

Learn more about us by visiting www.caatpension.ca/careers

No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Artificial intelligence tools may be used to help recruiters identify potential candidates on external platforms. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB):

DEIB at CAAT means we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, geographies, gender, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives as key elements of our culture. Our vision is to provide an environment where employees can bring their best, professional, authentic, selves to work.

CAAT Pension Plan is an equal opportunity employer, and we will accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact us at [e-mail] or call Human Resources at 416-673-9000 for assistance.

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing vacancy