We are looking for an experienced IT Architect to design and guide resilient infrastructure solutions for a wholesale distribution organization operating in Georgetown, Ontario. This position focuses on shaping network, server, cloud, and security architecture that supports manufacturing and operational technology environments. The successful candidate will work closely with both executive leaders and technical teams to align architecture decisions with business priorities, reliability needs, and long-term scalability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture plans for network, infrastructure, cloud, and security environments that support manufacturing operations.<br>• Partner with senior business leaders, engineering teams, and operational stakeholders to translate strategic goals into practical technology roadmaps.<br>• Design integrated solutions across on-premises and cloud platforms, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure and compatibility with existing enterprise systems.<br>• Lead architectural decisions involving Cisco networking, firewalls, server and storage platforms, VMware virtualization, and telecommunications infrastructure.<br>• Provide technical direction for environments that interact with industrial systems such as SCADA platforms, PLCs, historians, and other operational technology components.<br>• Evaluate infrastructure performance, availability, and security risks, then recommend improvements that strengthen resilience and operational continuity.<br>• Establish architecture standards, configuration governance, and implementation guidance to support consistent delivery across complex environments.<br>• Support major infrastructure initiatives, including modernization and migration efforts, while minimizing disruption to manufacturing and distribution operations.

• 7+ years of experience in IT architecture, infrastructure architecture, or network architecture roles.<br>• Demonstrated experience designing technology solutions for manufacturing or operational technology environments; OT exposure is strongly preferred.<br>• Strong knowledge of Cisco-based networking, including routing, switching, Nexus platforms, routers, ASA firewalls, and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).<br>• Hands-on expertise with Microsoft backend technologies, VMware virtualization, and Azure cloud services; exposure to AWS is considered an asset.<br>• Solid understanding of servers, storage, security appliances, telecom infrastructure, and hybrid on-premises/cloud environments.<br>• Familiarity with industrial automation and OT technologies such as SCADA systems, PLCs, historians, and industrial communication protocols is highly desirable.<br>• Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at multiple levels, including engineers, managers, and executive leadership.<br>• Experience with configuration management, security planning, and infrastructure implementation strategies in complex enterprise settings.

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