Manager, Enterprise Architecture (Ponoka) (Alberta)

Posting will close May28,2026. Location is flexible, within Alberta, dependent on the successful applicant. Responsibilities Leads enterprise architecture strategy and governance, setting standards across business, data, application, and technology domains, chairing the Architecture Review Board, and resolving architectural risks and disputes. Owns technology investment and roadmap planning, including budget oversight, multi-year hybrid cloud strategy (Azure, Salesforce, SAP), and alignment with corporate and digital transformation goals. Drives risk, compliance, and governance frameworks, including exception management, technical debt control, legacy system decommissioning, and enterprise AI/data governance with a focus on security and responsible AI. Leads and evolves the Architecture Practice, defining service offerings, maintaining key artifacts and standards, implementing tools/frameworks, and ensuring measurable, supportable solutions that reduce cost and improve delivery. Manages and develops the architecture team, overseeing workforce planning, recruitment, performance, and succession while mentoring architects to drive capability maturity. Partners with executives and cross-functional leaders to translate business strategy into technology outcomes, enable digital transformation, ensure compliance, and evaluate emerging technologies to deliver business value. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field; OR a Bachelor's degree combined with equivalent executive-level IT leadership experience. 10+ years of progressive IT experience spanning current, cloud-native (Azure, Salesforce), and legacy architectures, with deep exposure to enterprise security, data integration, and emerging practices like AI. 5+ years of managerial and leadership experience within Enterprise or Solution Architecture, including proven success building, mentoring, and directing high-performing technical teams. Enterprise Architecture framework certification (TOGAF) is strongly preferred. Recognized security certifications (CISSP, Azure Security) certifications are considered significant assets. Benefits Comprehensive benefits (including health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage) starting on your first day. Flex credits to allocate toward a Health Spending Account, Wellness Spending Account, or RRSP. Participation in a defined benefit pension plan (PSPP). Versatile work arrangements with hybrid and remote opportunities. Winter Holiday closure and generous vacation and special leave days. A strong culture of wellness, recognition, and continuous learning aligned with AFSC’s People Promise. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2peemx