Cloud Architect / Implementer

Procom; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Cloud Architect / Implementer for a hybrid role in Edmonton. This 3-6 month contract focuses on cloud-related projects, ensuring adherence to architectural and security standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in multi-cloud solutions, strong networking fundamentals, and outstanding communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT infrastructure for 7-10 years.
• Understanding of IT business continuity and security methodologies.
• Ability to communicate key concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to IS Infrastructure Support plans.
• Develop and implement deliverables within IS Infrastructure Support plan.
• Ensure delivery of optimal results against performance metrics.
• Maintain operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Review IS Infrastructure Support processes for compliance.

Skills

Multi-cloud proficiency (Azure, AWS)

Understanding of compute, storage, networking, and database services

Design scalable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud solutions

Experience in systems design for high availability

Knowledge of cloud security best practices

Networking fundamentals (VPCs, DNS, VPNs)

Strong communication skills

Education

2-year post-secondary diploma or a 4-year degree in IT

Job description

Cloud Architect / Implementer

On behalf of our Utilities client, Procom is searching for a Cloud Architect / Implementer for a 3-6 month role. This position is a hybrid position with 2 days onsite at our client’s Edmonton office.

Job Description

Procom's client runs a capital program each year to implement application and infrastructure changes in support of the business. A Senior Infrastructure Cloud Architect / Implementer is required to assist with cloud‑related projects, ensuring adherence to architectural and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to the IS Infrastructure Support plans, roadmaps, standards, and directions.
• Develop and implement deliverables within the context of the IS Infrastructure Support plan.
• Ensure the delivery of optimal results against appropriate performance metrics.
• Maintain operational effectiveness and efficiency, including productivity, quality, and reliability.
• Develop, implement, and review IS Infrastructure Support processes to ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Mandatory Skills

• Multi‑cloud proficiency, with proven ability to design and implement solutions in Azure and familiarity with AWS.
• Understanding of compute, storage, networking, and database services across platforms.
• Ability to design scalable, resilient, and cost‑effective cloud solutions.
• Experience in designing systems that ensure high availability and disaster recovery.
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices, including IAM, encryption, and zero‑trust models.
• Networking fundamentals, including VPCs, DNS, load balancing, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Strong communication skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• 2-year post‑secondary diploma or a 4‑year post‑secondary degree in IT or Computing Science.
• 7 – 10 years of related experience in IT infrastructure.
• Experience as a solution / system architect on infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of IT business continuity, security, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Ability to understand and communicate key concepts.

Assignment Length

This is a 3‑6 month contract position.

Start Date

ASAP.

Assignment Location

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. This position is hybrid with 2 days onsite required.