Technical Architect

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada.
With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest “Canadian-Owned” IT staffing/consulting company.
Procom’s areas of staffing expertise include:
• Application Development
• Project Management
• Quality Assurance
• Business/Systems Analysis
• Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence
• Infrastructure & Network Services
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
• Security & Privacy
Specialties• Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation)
• Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation)
• ICAP (Contractor Payroll)
• Flextrack (Vendor Management System)

Technical Architect

On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Technical Architect for a contract opportunity in Seattle, WA.

Technical Architect Job Details

• This position leads the creation of the business architecture and process and manages the business requirements and experience for a common Identity and access management solution for the customer facing digital websites for client. This position leads the definition, development and execution of the business risk management model which will identify the level of assurance necessary based on business value. In addition this position will work with customers to develop agreements and processes to ensure compliance. When necessary they will work with industry organizations to establish aerospace security standard. 
• Research government and regulatory requirements, determine applicability, develop plans and risk mitigations to demonstrate compliance. Identify management mechanisms and processes. Work with technical development team to design enhancements or new system that enables the business and corporation needs. 
• Abreast of industry trends to identify strategic direction, issues & resolution and working together opportunities with external companies and agencies.
• Develops security, identity and access management strategy and solutions across customer facing products. Coordinating with department manager within business units and enterprise Business Continuity is required.
• Manages development, prioritization, resource allocation and scheduling for requirements. 
• Oversees the creation and maintenance of business process, architecture and requirements. Manage product roadmap for the solution. Works with other product managers, information technology architects and management to prioritize requirements. Works closely with development staff to ensure functional requirements are met. Leads the acceptance activity of the product.
• Develops and manages the risk management process for classifying data and functions by business value to determine risk assurance and acceptance.
• Develops and oversees the process used to manage business requirements. Maintains oversight of product schedules and acceptance to meet overall solution strategy goals. 
• Leads analysis of metrics and trends to determine risks and vulnerabilities.
• Develops business case and product plans. Works with other IT professionals to ensure requirements are met. Obtains funding and approval to develop products. 
• Works closely with key stakeholders on proposals that affect business case. Adjusts product capabilities and strategy to maintain financial commitments.

Technical Architect Mandatory Skills

• 6-10 years experience and knowledge of risk management methods and their application towards security, identity and access management within a regulated industry.
• Previous experience and knowledge with developing business architectures and process that cross multiple business organizations.
• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management industry trends, standards, and disciplines. 
• Understand Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) methods and application is required. 
• Knowledge in Product Management and Product Life Cycle Management.
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage quantitative based business analyses
• Demonstrated ability to translate quantitative analysis into actionable business strategies.
• Ability to effectively interpret and discuss topics with various stakeholders (e.g. Technology, Security, Legal, executive management, etc)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Fast learner with passion for technology and design.
• Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems referring to established precedents and policies
• Must be able to comfortably present to customers, partners and industry experts in various formats and venues.
• Able to work effectively in a changing environment; able to deal with ambiguity.

Technical Architect Start Date

ASAP

Technical Architect Assignment Length

8+ months

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