Technology Architect 9512-0715

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Senior Technology Architect

role requires deep knowledge, expertise and experience in next-generation network security, cyber security solutions, security operations (SecOps), automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in cyber security, and managed / shared security services (MSS) models. The resource must have hands-on experience in

designing, developing and implementing cyber security architectures and solutions , particularly within the education sector—preferably in the Ontario K-12 school board environment.

HM Note:

This hybrid contract role is three (3) days in office. Candidates resume must include first and last name, email and phone contact information. The candidate must be able to travel

the same day or overnight in Ontario , as required to school board locations across the province.

This Resource Is Responsible For, But Not Limited To

Providing subject matter expertise, strategic, tactical, and operational advice, consultancy, and training on all aspects of cyber security and network architectures, frameworks and solutions such as:

Cyber security solutions to protect, detect and respond to cyber threats

Zero-trust architecture (ZTA)

Cloud security architecture

MITRE ATT&CK, D3FEND and ATLAS framework

Various vendor specific cyber security and network architectures (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Google, AWS)

NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) v2, CIS Controls v8

Security operation (SecOps) and AI-Operations (AIOps) practices

Designing, delivering solution and architecture guidance, training, and implementation support for next-generation networks, network protection and cyber security technologies, including:

Security service edge (SSE) / secure access service edge (SASE) including integration of network and security functions including secure web gateway (SWG), cloud access security broker (CASB) and zero-trust network architecture, firewall-as-a-service (FWaaS)

SD-WAN (software-defined wide area network) and software-defined networking (SDN)

AI and machine learning (ML)-driven network and security technologies

Endpoint protection platforms (EPP), endpoint detection and response (EDR), and extended detection and response (XDR) solutions

Advanced intrusion prevention systems (IPS), intrusion detection systems (IDS), network access control and distributed denial of service (DDoS) protection

Identity security and authentication solutions (passwordless, password-based, certificate-based, multi-factor authentication (MFA))

Incident Response and Incident Management (IR and IM) solutions

Automated vulnerability and patching

User and Entity Behaviour Analytics (UEBA)

Penetration testing and automated red teaming

Operation technology (OT) security

Designing and implementing hybrid cyber security operating models involving both in-house and outsourced MSSP capabilities, including:

MSSP integration and optimization

Security operations functions and architecture

Threat detection and incident response

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR), EDR/XDR, and threat intelligence platforms in a hybrid implementation

Automation and orchestration workflows

Governance, risk, and compliance in a hybrid (in-house and outsourced) security operations environment

Leading the design and implementation of automated and autonomous solutions such as SOAR and Agentic AI-based solutions for threat and incident response, phishing mitigation, access control, and exposure management across complex, distributed environments.

Providing subject matter expertise in NOC and SOC technologies, services, and tools including SIEM, SOAR, Network Traffic Analyzer, Network Performance Monitoring and Network Configuration Management Tools

Guiding and supporting boards with their transition from a primarily internal SecOps model to a hybrid (internal and outsourced) MSSP model, including: strategic advice, secure solution design, telemetry and metrics management, internal security operations optimization, MSS integration and optimization, and modernization strategies including cloud adoption, network segmentation, data residency, and distributed identity models consistent with provincial and educational compliance requirements.

Leading critical architecture and capability assessments across school boards to inform secure solution design and effective telemetry management.

Developing strategic technology roadmaps based on new and emerging cyber security and network security architecture solutions, technology trends and industry analysis.

Creating/updating documentation and technical specifications for various solutions including options analysis and costing analysis on cyber security, network security and network architectures.

Staying abreast of the evolving cyber threat landscape as applicable to the K-12 education sector, providing subject matter expertise, guidance and advice on tactical and operational cyber security and network security practices and assessing new and emerging cyber security solutions and trends.

Presenting to senior and executive management and external senior stakeholders, as needed.

Providing status and project status reports on all deliverables assigned.

Collaborating with multiple stakeholder groups to define, develop, and implement solutions.

Aligning with industry and legislative advancements at the federal, provincial/local level (e.g., Bill 194 / Enhancing Digital Security and Trust Act, 2024 (EDSTA)).

Delivering on other duties as assigned.

This work involves working in close partnership with sector technical IT leads (e.g., school board IT leads) to develop tailored approaches and implementation plans. The resource must be available to perform hands-on configuration, troubleshooting and training at the client site. Therefore, the resource must be available to travel same day or overnight in Ontario, as needed.

Skills

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

MUST HAVE

NICE TO HAVE

Cyber security, network security and architecture expertise – 50%

10+ years in cyber security solutions and next generation network security, with a focus on architecture design, strategic planning and implementation.

5+ years of experience designing and implementing secure architectures, preferably within Ontario K-12 school boards.

5+ years of experience in network security within advanced SDN environments—preferably in Ontario K-12 school boards.

Proven hands-on experience deploying and implementing the following solutions and technologies, preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards:

Cloud-based security (SSE/SASE including SWG, CASB, FWaaS, ZTNA)

Zero-trust architecture (ZTA)

Cloud security architecture (e.g. Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)

MITRE ATT&CK, D3FEND, and ATLAS frameworks

NIST CSF v2, CIS Controls v8

AI/ML-driven cyber security and agentic AI-based automation

Security automation and playbook development

Endpoint security (EPP, EDR, XDR)

IPS/IDS, DDoS protection, and network access control

Identity security and authentication (passwordless, password-based, certificate-based, 2FA, MFA)

IR/IM, automated vulnerability management and patching

UEBA, penetration testing, automated red teaming

OT security

Hybrid security operations experience with MSSP integration

Network Technology – 20%

5+ years with network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, VPN, VLAN) and components (switches, routers, firewalls)

5+ years with SDN/SD-WAN technologies

3+ years with SSE/SASE technologies

5+ years implementing WAN/LAN in Ontario K-12 sector

5+ years with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, FortiManager, PRTG, Panorama, Wireshark)

3+ years with data logging formats (Syslog, IPFix, NetFlow)

5+ years configuring/troubleshooting network protocols

Strategic Advisory and Architecture Leadership – 15%

5+ years presenting to senior/external stakeholders

5+ years coordinating complex technical work with multiple IT teams

5+ years preparing written materials for different audiences

5+ years delivering cyber security upskilling training

Roadmaps, modernization strategies, and alignment with compliance requirements

Advising on managed security services models in hybrid operations

Industry Certifications / Relevant Degrees – 10%

Vendor certifications or equivalent experience

Postgraduate degree in computer science, cyber security or engineering preferred

Cyber security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP; others include CEH, CISA, CRISC

Public Sector Experience – 5%

Knowledge of Government of Ontario standards and policies

5+ years in the K-12 sector with Ontario school boards, especially network and cyber security

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Contract

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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