Technical Architect, Contracts (computer Services Officer 4)

The Government of Nova Scotia; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government department dedicated to enhancing digital services for Nova Scotians. As a Technical Architect, you will lead contract management efforts, ensuring operational requirements are met while collaborating with various stakeholders. Your expertise will help modernize systems and improve public service delivery. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the community while enjoying a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Family Leave

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Defined Benefits Pension

Work-Life Balance

Employee Assistance Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Lifelong Learning

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Contract Management and Vendor Management.
• Proven track record of successful contract awards and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Provide creative solutions to resolve complex business problems.
• Liaise with Legal and Procurement Services during contract negotiations.

Skills

Contract Management

Vendor Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

ITIL Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Graduation from a recognized IT Program

Job description

Competition No: 45879

Salary Range: $3,107.16 - $3,649.33 Bi-Weekly / $80,786.16 - $94,882.58 Annually (PR 17)

Position Status: Permanent

Benefits: Paid Holidays, Vacation, Family Leave, Health, Dental, and Defined Benefits Pension

Location: HALIFAX

Department: Cyber Security & Digital Solutions

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: May 9, 2025 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About the Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions (CSDS)

At CSDS, we prioritize people—both within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible, reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.

In today’s tech-driven world, CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians’ expectations. As a trusted partner across government, we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure, user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety, we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.

We don’t just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes. Our agile, data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotia’s evolving needs.

Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference. From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms, you’ll play a key role in building a more inclusive, responsive government for Nova Scotians.

Together, we’re setting new standards for digital public service, delivering resilient solutions that meet today’s needs—and anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.

Your Role and Its Impact

As the Technical Architect, Contracts on the IT Contract Management team, you will provide creative solutions to resolve complex business problems by understanding client requirements and system capabilities. You will ensure that operational requirements are appropriately captured in contracts, as you are fluent in the life cycle of a contract. You will liaise with our partners in Legal and Procurement Services as you work through contract negotiations, amendments, extensions, and interpreting terms and conditions as they apply. You will be required to work with clients with varying levels of digital literacy in determining the root cause of their need and executing the appropriate Contract Management activity.

As the Technical Architect, Contracts within a team of specialists and analysts, you will provide direction and supervision to members of the team. You will mentor team members and lead by example. You will build effective, collaborative, high impact relationships with clients, team members, peers, colleagues, and management characterized by mutual trust and respect.

As Technical Architect, Contracts with Enterprise Technology, CSDS, you will provide Contractual services, supporting our partners, including government departments, agencies, boards, commissions and offices, as well as Nova Scotia Health and the IWK. You will lead and participate in projects and initiatives that improve the lives of the citizens of Nova Scotia – you will make a difference!

To be Successful

You have passion about people’s service experience and the experience to write, negotiate, evaluate and present contract and agreement solutions to our clients on time, every time. You are knowledgeable in Contract Management, experienced in procurement policies and standards; and comfortable with managing multiple Contract and Vendor management executions at once. You have a proven track record of successful Contract awards, as a result of your experience.

You have strategic leadership experience, a track record of delivery, digital awareness, and experience in IT technology. You understand current technology trends and service provision to support the writing of appropriate contractual solutions, as well as procurement activities including Tenders, Request for Information, Request for Proposals, and Alternative Procurements. You expect your success to be measured by Contracts that exceed your client’s expectations, in both added value and timeliness. You have the professional acumen to instinctively approach each project with the appropriate level of urgency. You are intrigued by digital Contracts, of the highest complexity.

You thrive on providing support to a diverse client base. You share our values of respect, integrity, diversity, accountability & the public good, have a passion for service excellence and actively promote and encourage the importance of people, teams, diversity, and culture.

Additional experience that adds value:

• Proven experience in the field of contract management, vendor management, and Procurement as relates to writing Contractual agreements, and tenders; as well as leading negotiations, enterprise agreements, and executing all appropriate tender activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the confidence to present to clients of varying technical understanding, the complexities of the contractual process.
• Knowledge and experience in supporting the core Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Service Support processes to ensure consistent level of services.
• Proven experience leading project teams and providing subject matter expertise on broader projects as will be required as a representative of CSDS.
• A proven depth of understanding around the importance of your client’s priorities and the impact it has on the client and the public when digital services are required.

Education & Experience

• Proven experience in Contract Management.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology + 5 years related experience.
• Or graduation from a recognized Information Technology Program + 5 years and 6 months related experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable in place of education requirements. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

The interview will require candidates to give a 10-minute presentation, topic of your choice at the beginning of the interview.

Benefits & Perks

At CSDS with the Government of Nova Scotia, we are committed to providing a fulfilling work environment with numerous benefits and opportunities:

• Work-Life Balance: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a 35-hour work week.
• Secure Your Future: Access a defined benefits pension plan for a stable retirement.
• Annual Leave & Holidays: Start with 3 weeks (15 days) of annual vacation.
• Supportive Leadership: Our leadership prioritizes flexibility, communication, and enabling your success.
• Support in Times of Need: Rely on short- and long-term support options tailored to help you and your family when it matters most.
• Employee and Family Support: Access our Employee and Family Assistance Programs for comprehensive resources and guidance.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration: Engage with various stakeholders and government departments, building expertise and connections that enrich Nova Scotia’s future, and your own professional development.
• Growth & Development: Explore career paths in specialized areas like digital service design, cybersecurity, enterprise risk, digital platforms, mission IT, and more.
• Lifelong Learning: Expand your skills with ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Professional Advancement: Dive into public service with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and meaningful contributions.

Join the Department of Cyber Security & Digital Solutions and experience the benefits of a fulfilling career, supported by comprehensive perks, career development opportunities, and a diverse range of paths to explore within our department and across the government.

Pay Grade: PR 17

Salary Range: $3,107.16 - $3,649.33 Bi-Weekly

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at CSDS:

At CSDS, we strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of the citizens we serve at every level of our organization. We recognize that users of government services come from all walks of life, and we work to ensure our team reflects these communities. Guided by the Government of Nova Scotia’s Employment Equity Policy, we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in under-represented roles. We encourage individuals from these groups to self-identify in their electronic applications.

At CSDS, we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and belonging. By valuing diverse perspectives and experiences, we create an environment where all talent can thrive, enabling us to deliver innovative and inclusive public services to Nova Scotians.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link: