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Cloud/Network Architect - Competition #2025-712

Position Status: Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE)

EFW Radiology is currently seeking a Cloud/Network Architect to join our team and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional patient care!

About EFW:

EFW Radiology owns and operates eleven community-based clinics providing Diagnostic Imaging, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and Pain Management services.

Our Core Values:

• Compassion: Treat everyone with care, kindness, and respect.
• Trust: Demonstrate empathy and understanding while partnering with patients, caregivers, communities, and each other.
• Meaning: Contribute to the well-being of our communities through healthcare, innovation, education, and careers.

The Role:

The Cloud/Network Architect plays a pivotal role in shaping and sustaining the organization’s enterprise-wide technology architecture across cloud, network, and cybersecurity domains. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting robust IT solutions that balance innovation with operational excellence.

The Cloud/Network Architect will dedicate approximately 50% of their time to driving the successful delivery of new technology implementations while providing strategic and technical leadership to build a secure, scalable, and resilient IT ecosystem.

Working collaboratively with the Applications Support, Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity, the Cloud/Network Architect ensures that all solutions are seamlessly integrated, aligned with business objectives, and fully operationalized with minimal disruption to the organization.

Reporting to: Director, Information Technology

Role Overview:

• Implementation & Operational Support (50%)
  • Oversee end-to-end solution implementation, from design to cutover and hypercare, including hands-on configuration and deployment where necessary.
  • Provide Tier-3 architecture support for complex incidents and root cause analysis.
  • Ensure smooth handover to operations by developing runbooks, SOPs, and monitoring standards.
  • Support data center decommissioning, cloud migration, and PACS/RIS modernization initiatives.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the enterprise architecture blueprint, covering cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS), networking (MPLS/SD-WAN/VPN/Direct Connect), and cybersecurity frameworks (Zero Trust, NIST, CIS IG1+).
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate strategic IT goals into scalable and secure solution designs.
• Establish architecture standards, reference models, and patterns to guide solution implementation.
• Perform security assessments and threat modelling for new initiatives.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Work closely with the Application Support Team to integrate application and infrastructure requirements.
  • Collaborate with Security, Compliance, and Infrastructure teams to align implementations with architecture standards.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing architecture roadmaps, cost models, and risk assessments.
• Governance & Continuous Improvement
  • Champion IT governance processes, architecture reviews, and design authority boards.
  • Monitor technology trends, evaluate new tools, and recommend improvements.
  • Conduct post-implementation reviews to ensure solutions meet performance, availability, and security expectations.
• Undertakes other related duties as assigned.

You have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Professional certifications preferred: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, CCNP/CCIE, CISSP, TOGAF.
• 5+ years of experience in IT architecture, with 3+ years focusing on cloud, networking, and cybersecurity.
• Strong technical expertise across IaaS, PaaS, network design, and security controls
• Proven track record in enterprise solution design and implementation in hybrid environments is an asset.
• Hands-on experience with Azure/AWS architecture, SD-WAN/MPLS, VPN, firewalls, WAFs, SIEM/SOC, and Zero Trust frameworks is an asset.
• Familiarity with healthcare IT environments (PACS, RIS, EMR systems) is an asset.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex system issues.
• · Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks (PIPEDA, HIPAA, SOC 2)

Why EFW?

We offer meaningful careers and are committed to providing equitable total compensation for everyone, including;

• Professional Development Programs and Continued Education Support
• Extended Health, Dental & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Recognition and Appreciation Programs, Giveaways, Contests, and Events
• Matching RRSP Group Savings Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Onsite and Subsidized Parking
• Volunteer Opportunities with Community Partners

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at EFW:

EFW Radiology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring talented, qualified professionals without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground and to providing an environment without discrimination.

EFW is committed to creating a safe and healthy environment for employees, patients and community partners.

Every effort is made to provide fair and equal employment and development opportunities and to ensure that our policies regarding hiring, compensation, promotions, and transfers are based solely on skills and capabilities, job requirements, job performance, and other job-related criteria.

Application Deadline:

If you are dedicated to quality patient care and want to join our team of dynamic healthcare professionals, please submit your application. This posting will remain open until filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest! Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted