Business Architect

Cleo Consulting; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Business Architect with over a decade of experience in enterprise architecture frameworks, particularly in government settings. This role involves analyzing complex systems, developing business capabilities, and implementing large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge in business and information architecture, and complex data modeling. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and strategic planning, and contribute to impactful projects that shape public services. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about architecture, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with Enterprise architecture frameworks, preferably Zachman.
• Extensive experience in Business and Information Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes government information relevant to business architecture.
• Develops and maintains business capabilities.

Skills

Enterprise architecture frameworks

Business and Information Architecture

Complex data modelling

Business capabilities mapping

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Power Designer

Job description

Assignment: RQ08991 - Business Architect - Senior

Job Title: Business Architect

Requisition (SS): RQ08991

Start Date: 2025-05-23

Client: Children, Youth & Social Services Cluster

End Date: 2025-06-30

Office Location: 5700 Yonge Street, Toronto

Organization: Children, Youth & Social Services Cluster

Ministry: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement

# Business Days: 27.00

Notes:

• Candidate is required to come to office - 3 days a week
• Interviews will be happening in the week of May 5th; please ensure the candidates are available during that time.

Must Haves:

• Successfully completed business architectures in public sector settings or similar complex, multi-project/multi-client organizations;
• 10+ years of experience with different Enterprise architecture frameworks, preferably Zachman, with larger scale complex architecture systems;
• Extensive experience in Business and Information Architecture;
• Experience in implementing multiple large-scale and complex projects, Business capabilities mapping, updating Business services, business processes, Business network model, Business Functional model, process flows, scenarios, and workflows;
• Complex data modelling expertise, including producing Conceptual, Logical, and Physical Data models using Power Designer, compliant with the Information Modelling Handbook (IMH) and industry standards.

Nice to Have:

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Solutions business architecture experience

Description

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes government information relevant to business architecture, consults with appropriate government contacts on specific elements, and conducts focus group workshops. Develops and maintains business capabilities.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Architecture Expertise & Experience - 70%

• 10+ years of experience with different Enterprise architecture frameworks, preferably Zachman, with larger scale complex systems;
• Extensive experience in Business and Information Architecture;
• Experience in implementing large-scale, complex projects, business capabilities mapping, updating business services, processes, network models, functional models, process flows, scenarios, and workflows;
• Successful completion of business architectures in government or similar complex multi-project organizations;
• Good understanding of diverse business environments, especially government, and their drivers;
• Proven experience in producing strategic enterprise business blueprints and roadmaps;
• Complex data modelling expertise, including producing Conceptual, Logical, and Physical Data models using Power Designer, compliant with IMH and industry standards;
• EMR Solutions business architecture experience.

Architecture Skills & Capabilities - 30%

• Proven experience in conducting Business architecture assessments, ensuring compliance with OPS standards and guidelines;
• Knowledge of various architecture frameworks such as Zachman, principles, guidelines, and standards;
• Extensive experience in systems analysis, integration, and implementation in large systems environments;
• Awareness of emerging technologies, trends, and directions;
• Excellent management, analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills;
• Demonstrated commitment and ability in stakeholder management.