Manager, Infrastructure Architecture Planning and Cloud

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a Full Time, Permanent, Manager, Infrastructure Architecture, Planning and Cloud position out of Edmonton, AB.

As the Manager, Infrastructure Architecture, Planning and Cloud, you are primarily responsible for the performance of EPCOR’s core IS Infrastructure Services – applying your knowledge and expertise to evaluate and strategically plan for new platforms and technologies, developing new and maintaining existing infrastructure services and Information Technology (IT) roadmaps, creating and maintaining technology standards, reviewing existing systems, and providing oversight and support to IS Infrastructure Services.

Additionally, you are responsible for coaching and leading a high performing team of Cloud Architects and Infrastructure Planners to provide an excellent delivery service, develop IT roadmaps - these roadmaps will define the desired future state of the IT environment, incorporating new technologies, systems, and capabilities essential for achieving strategic objectives. Your ability to effectively build relationships and collaborate with key business partners and other diverse stakeholders will enhance stakeholder consultation and enable your team to translate complex terms to technical and non-technical audience; recommend appropriate technical solutions and complete requirements gathering and documentation.

This opportunity is open to internal and external candidates. Current EPCOR Employees, please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address. This position is eligible to participate in EPCOR’s Where We Workhybrid program depending on business needs and upon meeting the eligibility requirements.

What you’d be responsible for

This position reports to the Senior Manager, Infrastructure Planning & Architecture and will have the following key accountabilities:

Annual Strategy & Budget Planning (Architecture, Cloud & Infrastructure):

Architecture Governance & Standards

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

Relationship & Incident Management

People Leadership & Team Development

What’s required to be successful

+ Knowledge and/or certification in CoBIT, ITIL, TOGAF, SCRUM, Azure, Cisco, and Palo Alto would be considered an asset. + 7+ years of experience in IT, with a strong focus on enterprise datacenter infrastructure services and leading large-scale infrastructure and technology advancement projects, including the development of strategic roadmaps. + 5+ years in progressive leadership roles, with a demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing technical teams. + Highly skilled in structuring and delivering long term capital delivery plans, with the ability to develop and manage annual and multi-year budgets coupled with a strong financial acumen. + Strong knowledge of datacenter infrastructure hardware and software, including MS Windows, Linux, Unix, Active Directory, SQL, Exchange, Citrix, file and print systems, NAS/SAN storage, system builds, software deployment, LAN/WAN/SD-WAN, VPN, network security (firewalls, IPS, MFA), Microsoft 365, and cloud platforms. + Solid understanding of IT security and service management frameworks, with experience designing and implementing IT solutions that meet regulatory and compliance requirements. + Considerable experience in developing and maintaining enterprise-level infrastructure architecture and standards, along with strong capabilities in technical documentation, process mapping, and procedural development. + Well-versed in licensing strategies, emerging technology trends, and enterprise cybersecurity principles, with the ability to assess and apply innovations that align with business goals.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: MGMT

Hours of work: 80 hours

Application deadline: June 10, 2025

EPCOR Employees: please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.

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