End User Technology Architect

Akkodis; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 93,000; Part time

Job summary

Akkodis is hiring an End User Technology Consultant in a hybrid Toronto-based role. You will shape the end-user technology roadmap, focusing on device management, collaboration tools, and user experience improvements within the Microsoft ecosystem.

You will partner with security and vendors to drive modernization initiatives and present strategic recommendations to executives. The role emphasizes translating complex tech concepts into business guidance, with an initial 12-month contract and

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with device management and endpoint strategy.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Intune and end-user computing.
• Experience aligning workplace tech with security and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the end-user technology roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Evaluate workplace technologies within the Microsoft ecosystem and enterprise environment.
• Lead planning for end-user devices, peripherals, collaboration tools, and meeting rooms.
• Standardize device management practices and lifecycle support processes.
• Partner with Information Security to address security requirements and compliance.
• Drive technology implementation initiatives and optimize processes.
• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate solutions and modernization projects.
• Create business cases and executive communications; translate tech concepts for leadership.

Skills

Device management

Intune

End-user computing

Microsoft ecosystem

Vendor partnership

Security alignment

Strategic planning

Job description

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

Hourly Range: $64.10/hour - $67.69/hour

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-established enterprise organization undergoing significant workplace transformation initiatives. As part of an ongoing modernization journey, they are focused on enhancing end-user technology, workplace collaboration, and employee experience through innovative solutions and forward-thinking technology strategies.

About this Opportunity:

• On behalf of our client, we are seeking an End User Technology Consultant to help shape and execute the organization's end-user technology strategy. This role will focus on workplace technology modernization, device management, collaboration tools, and user experience improvements while partnering closely with information security, vendors, and senior business stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving technology initiatives as the organization transitions into its future workplace environment.
• What You'll Do:
• Develop and maintain the end-user technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and emerging industry trends.
• Evaluate new workplace technologies and align solutions within the broader Microsoft ecosystem and enterprise environment.
• Lead strategic planning for end-user devices, peripherals, collaboration tools, meeting room technologies, and workplace services.
• Define and standardize device management practices, lifecycle support processes, and end-user technology solutions.
• Partner closely with Information Security teams to address evolving security requirements and compliance standards.
• Drive technology implementation initiatives while identifying opportunities to improve existing processes and services.
• Work with vendors and technology partners to evaluate solutions and support workplace modernization projects.
• Create business cases, presentations, and communications for executive stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Translate complex technical concepts into business-focused recommendations and strategic direction.

What You'll Bring:

• Hands-on experience with device management, endpoint strategy, and technology lifecycle management.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Intune and end-user computing technologies.
• Deep understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem, productivity tools, and workplace collaboration technologies.
• Experience improving employee technology experiences through workplace modernization initiatives.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively with executives and senior leadership.
• Strong strategic planning, roadmap development, and technology governance experience.
• Experience working with vendors, service providers, and cross-functional technology teams.
• Exposure to AWS and VMware environments is considered an asset.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo and drive innovation.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity:

• Initial 12-month engagement with strong potential for extension.
• Competitive hourly rate with a long-term contract opportunity.
• Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide workplace technology strategy.
• Visibility with executive leadership and key business stakeholders.
• Involvement in large-scale modernization and workplace transformation initiatives.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and collaboration.
• Assignment Details: Contract position (hourly).
• Initial term of 12 months.
• Strong potential for extension.
• Hybrid work arrangement with 3 days per week onsite.

We will never share your resume or personal information without your explicit consent. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Our Commitment: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and belonging are valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable accessibility legislation.