Architecture governance analyst

Soho Square Solutions; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Montreal is seeking an Architecture Governance Analyst to support governance activities and ensure alignment with organizational policies. The role involves collaborating with architects, documenting key decisions, and tracking compliance with governance processes. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days onsite work and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supporting governance or architecture activities.
• Basic understanding of enterprise architecture principles.
• Attention to detail necessary for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination of governance activities.
• Ensure compliance with architectural policies.
• Assist in architectural maturity assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of governance frameworks

Strong organizational skills

Documentation skills

Proficiency with collaboration tools

Effective communication skills

Familiarity with compliance processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SharePoint

Jive

Confluence

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Job Title : Architecture Governance Analyst

Location : Montreal, QC

Duration : 1 Year

Hybrid : 3 days onsite 2 days remote

Position Summary

The Architecture Governance Analyst plays a critical role in supporting architectural governance, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and standards. This position focuses on facilitating governance activities, conducting reviews, and enhancing governance processes. Working closely with platform and fleet architects and other stakeholders, the analyst ensures compliance, documents key decisions, and promotes collaboration to achieve organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support Governance Activities

Governance Coordination :

o Assist in planning and organizing governance activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and following up on action items.

o Participate in governance forums, supporting discussions and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders.

o Support architecture reviews to assess adherence to policies, procedures, and standards.

o Document review findings and provide input on recommendations for improvement.

2. Ensure Alignment with Policies and Standards

Policy Support :

o Collaborate with team members and architects to align architectural practices with organizational policies and standards.

o Provide resources and guidance to ensure teams meet governance requirements.

Stakeholder Collaboration :

o Work with stakeholders to ensure architectural practices remain consistent and aligned with governance objectives.

3. Assist with Maturity Assessments

Assessment Support :

o Contribute to preparing and executing architectural maturity assessments to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.

o Analyze assessment results and develop actionable recommendations.

Implementation Assistance :

o Help implement changes and track progress based on assessment findings.

4. Documentation and Communication

Governance Documentation :

o Record meeting minutes, decisions, and outcomes from governance activities and architecture reviews.

o Maintain templates, reports, and other governance materials, ensuring accessibility and organization.

Stakeholder Communication :

o Publish updates and outcomes from governance activities, ensuring clarity and consistency in communications and reporting.

5. Monitor Progress and Compliance

Tracking and Reporting :

o Monitor adherence to governance processes and policies.

o Identify and report risks or non-compliance issues, collaborating with team members to address them.

Progress Monitoring :

o Track improvements in compliance and architectural maturity over time.

o Maintain and publish architecture metrics that drive maturity.

6. Contribute to Continuous Improvement

• Feedback and Process Enhancement :

o Gather stakeholder feedback to refine governance practices and improve efficiency.

o Research industry trends and share insights to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills

Required :

o Knowledge of governance frameworks, policies, and best practices.

o Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.

o Proficiency with collaboration tools like Jive, SharePoint, or Confluence.

o Basic understanding of enterprise architecture principles and standards (e.g., TOGAF or similar).

o Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a globally dispersed team.

o Experience in supporting governance or architecture-related activities.

o Familiarity with compliance tracking and risk reporting processes.

Years of experience : 5 years +

Preferred :

o Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Benefits of the Role

This role provides an opportunity to :

Contribute to governance practices and the effective operation of architectural frameworks.

Foster collaboration and alignment with organizational goals.

Gain experience in a dynamic environment that values continuous improvement

Seniority level

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