Enterprise Cloud Architect (Enterprise Architect)

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket; Hybrid; CAD 199,661,000 - 217,026,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Benefit Pension

Benefits and Wellness

Inclusive and Diverse Workforce

Job summary

York Region is seeking an Enterprise Cloud Architect to lead cloud architecture standards, reference architectures, and governance. You will collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Applications, Data and business stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable cloud and hybrid solutions.

The role requires five+ years in cloud/infrastructure, with TOGAF and Azure certifications, strong leadership, and excellent communication to guide cloud migrations and modernization

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related discipline.
• Five+ years of progressive cloud/infrastructure experience including architecture/senior design roles.
• TOGAF Certification and cloud certifications (e.g., Azure) preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud architecture, landing zones, IAM, networking, security controls.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains cloud architecture frameworks, standards, reference architectures, and design patterns.
• Provides leadership and design authority for cloud initiatives, ensuring alignment with standards and governance.
• Translates requirements into standardized architecture patterns and reusable components.
• Collaborates across Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Applications, Data and business units.
• Guides project teams on cloud architecture principles and migration strategies.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Azure expertise

TOGAF Certification

ITIL aligned service delivery

Strong communication

Technical leadership

Architecture governance

Enterprise Architecture

Cloud migration strategies

Hybrid cloud

Diversity & inclusion commitment

Education

University degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Azure

TOGAF

API management

Job description

Job Title

Status

Permanent Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

Type of Position

an Addition to Staff

Start Date

Immediate

Per hour

Salary Grade

$69.68 - $75.74

Department

York Region -> Corporate Services -> Digital & Customer Experience

Location

Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA
Inform. Technology Serv - 17150 Yonge Street - Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V3 CA (Primary)

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the ITS Projects Manager or designate within Information Technology Services, the Enterprise Cloud Architect serves as the cloud domain architect within the Enterprise Architecture function. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining cloud architecture standards, reference architectures, and governance practices that support secure, scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud and hybrid cloud solutions. Working collaboratively with Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application, Data and business stakeholders, the position provides architectural leadership, design authority, and expert guidance to ensure cloud solutions align with enterprise architecture principles, technology strategies, and business objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Collaborates/works with partners and follows the corporate strategic leadership, planning and direction related to this function to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and direction.
• Develops and maintains cloud architecture frameworks, standards, reference architectures, and design patterns that support secure, scalable, reliable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud and hybrid cloud environments aligned with Enterprise Architecture principles, business objectives, technology strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Provides cloud architecture leadership and design authority for cloud-related initiatives by reviewing proposed solutions, making recommendations, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards, cybersecurity requirements, governance processes, and target-state architectures.
• Defines and maintains current-state and target-state cloud platform architectures, including cloud tenancy models, subscription design, environment segmentation, identity and access management, networking, security, resiliency, disaster recovery, and hybrid integration patterns.
• Translates business and technical requirements into standardized, reusable architecture patterns, reference designs, and solution components that support consistent and efficient delivery of cloud services across the organization.
• Contributes to enterprise architecture planning, technology roadmaps, and strategic initiatives by providing expertise on cloud technologies, cloud adoption strategies, modernization opportunities, and emerging industry trends.
• Participates in architecture governance activities, including architecture reviews, architecture boards, project assurance activities, and the development of architectural artifacts, standards, guidelines, and decision records.
• Collaborates with Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application, Data, and business stakeholders to ensure cloud solutions are integrated with broader enterprise architecture and support end-to-end business and technology outcomes.
• Provides technical leadership, guidance, and consultation to project teams and stakeholders on cloud architecture principles, best practices, cloud migration strategies, and solution design options.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Technology or a related discipline, or an approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in cloud and infrastructure technologies, including three (3) or more years in architecture, principal engineering, or senior technical design role.
• TOGAF Certification, and past IT certification similar or equivalent to the following: Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent cloud certification, Cloud security or infrastructure certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer)
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Azure or equivalent cloud architecture, including landing zones, identity and access management, networking, security controls, governance, resiliency, and disaster recovery.
• Strong understanding of ITIL-aligned service delivery, operational readiness, and support of 24/7 mission-critical environments.
• Proven experience applying comprehensive risk management frameworks and architectural governance to proactively identify technical debt, security vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps.
• Strong understanding of modern integration patterns, API management, and hybrid cloud deployment models, ensuring secure and seamless connectivity between legacy on-premises systems and cloud-native environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and executing enterprise-scale cloud migration strategies (e.g., re-platforming, refactoring), ensuring minimal disruption and strong alignment with long-term target-state architectures.
• Strong technical leadership skills, with the ability to guide delivery teams and effectively influence both technical and non-technical parties.
• Proven experience developing architecture artifacts, standards, and conducting design reviews using structured architecture methodologies (e.g., TOGAF or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, analytical, and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Previous experience working within an Enterprise Architecture framework.
• Demonstrated commitment to accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and alignment with Region’s leadership competencies.

December 11, 2025

Scheduled Weekly Hours

35

Scheduled Shifts

8:30 - 16:30

Operational Hours

Close Date

October 19, 2026

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

CUPE Local 4900

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