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OXARO Inc.

Technical Architect

On site

Ottawa, Canada

Senior

Freelance

15-01-2026

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Skills

VMware Test Operating Systems Windows Virtualization Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Windows 10 Active Directory

Job Specifications

Location: On-Site (Ottawa, Ontario)

Duration: 24 months + possible 12-month extension

Security Clearance: Top Secret

The Role:

The technical Architect responsible for implementing and maintaining technical aspects of network infrastructure, business continuity and disaster recovery plans. It involves updating technical architectures, integrating technology solutions, evaluating hardware and software performance and leading design and implementation efforts to ensure system reliability and efficiency.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Implement technical aspects of network maintenance and improvement plans.
Maintain and upgrade all technical components of the network infrastructure.
Maintain and enhance technical aspects of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans.
Perform ongoing maintenance and updates to existing and evolving technical architectures.
Ensure seamless integration of all technology solutions.
Evaluate hardware and software to ensure they meet requirements, identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements for system performance.
Design and produce detailed technical designs and diagrams for updated systems.
Support implementation and ongoing operation of updated systems.
Design and provide implementation support for remote user stations.
Collaborate with technical teams and users to troubleshoot issues and implement fixes.
Update and create system descriptions and diagrams based on new designs, configuration changes or updated components.
Prepare and deliver monthly status/progress reports, including:
Activities completed during the reporting period.
Planned activities for the next reporting period.
Issues requiring attention from the Technical Authority.
Summary of time worked.

What You Bring to the Table:

10+ years of experience as a Technical Architect.
4+ years of experience working on a classified system for the Government of Canada.
Proven experience designing, implementing and supporting VMware Enterprise Virtualization Infrastructure (VirtualCenter/vCenter, vSphere/ESX) in production environments.
Experience planning, deploying, and administering Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments using VMware View or VMware Horizon.
Experience designing, implementing and supporting Backup and Replication Services within a VMware virtualized environment.
Strong knowledge of network technologies and concepts such as routing, subnets and VLANs.
Experience administering Microsoft Server 2016 or above, including Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPO).
Proficiency with Windows 10 or above desktop operating systems, including imaging, deployment and OS hardening in enterprise environments.
Experience administering Microsoft Exchange 2016 or above mail systems.
Hands-on experience with centralized enterprise antivirus systems (Symantec Endpoint Protection, McAfee ePO/Trellix ePO).
Familiarity with firewall configuration and management.
Ability to create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Test Procedures and Implementation Plan documentation.

AI Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Only candidates being considered will be contacted. OXARO is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Company

Where people, processes, and technology align - that's the OXARO effect. We provide customized digital operations and cloud, digital, and organization transformation consulting services. Previously RCGT Consulting, OXARO focuses exclusively on bringing the Canadian public sector leading tools and technologies while upholding stringent security, privacy, and compliance regulations. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, our team of 150+ experts empower the Canadian public service in providing our citizens with dynamic solutions from moder... Know more