Senior Technical Architect - DevSecOps & IT Service Delivery (Defence / NC2SS)

ADGA Group is a Canadian-owned defence and security company that provides integrated, mission-critical technical solutions to Government and industry, specializing in C5ISRT, simulation and training, cyber and infrastructure security, and program delivery. With nearly 60 years of experience, ADGA supports federal clients and Canada’s intelligence and enforcement agencies through embedded teams, advisory services, and full project execution, applying deep operational expertise and innovation to strengthen national safety, resilience, and sovereignty. Guided by a strong social mandate, the company creates meaningful employment for veterans of the CAF and RCMP and other professionals committed to public service, while fostering a safe, inclusive, and agile workplace that supports career development, professional growth, and impactful work across Canada.

We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to support the Command Management & Security (CM&Sec) function within a high-security defence environment. This role will be responsible for defining and evolving service delivery strategy, technical architecture, and DevSecOps adoption across a complex portfolio of mission-critical applications. The successful candidate will operate at both a strategic and technical level, ensuring solutions align with operational requirements, cyber security priorities, and constrained deployment environments (including shipboard and low-bandwidth scenarios).

This is a proactive recruitment initiative, with potential start dates in the coming weeks or months, contingent on contract award.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the Service Delivery Strategy across the application portfolio; Define scope, operating model, and service delivery frameworks aligned to mission requirements; Assess application portfolio against business needs, user requirements, and technical fit; Evaluate and incorporate open-source solutions where appropriate; Develop architecture roadmaps, data models, and system integration strategies; Define data standards, interface requirements, and system interoperability models; Analyze and recommend technology solutions within DND’s secure and constrained environments; Design solutions optimized for low-bandwidth and deployed operations (e.g., shipboard use); Lead the implementation of a DevSecOps adoption strategy using GitLab and Azure DevOps; Establish repository structures, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines; Drive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and service delivery; Integrate analytics and reporting tools to track portfolio performance and KPIs; Provide a high-level cyber security vision for Command-and-Control (C2) systems; Assess security risks, vulnerabilities, and architectural gaps, recommending mitigations; Align cyber security practices with allied and partner organizations; Conduct impact assessments and change management for technology updates; Analyze service performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives; Apply ITIL Service Value Chain principles to enhance service delivery; Lead stakeholder analysis and recommend strategies to improve engagement and coordination; Prepare and deliver technical briefings to senior leadership; Provide regular progress updates and strategic recommendations; Operating Systems: Windows, Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat; Virtualization & Containers: Docker, VMware; Cloud & DevOps: Azure, GitLab, Azure DevOps (CI/CD); Languages: Java, SQL, HTML; Databases: Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB

Requirements

5+ years experience as a Technical Architect; College diploma or University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related discipline; Proven experience developing:; Technology architectures and roadmaps; Risk assessments and security frameworks; Technology adoption and sustainability strategies; Experience analyzing:; Application architecture security elements; Risks and vulnerabilities with recommended safeguards; Experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including:; CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and/or Azure DevOps; Integration of development, acquisition, and operations workflows; Experience applying ITIL Service Value Chain principles; Experience defining and tracking portfolio performance metrics and analytics; Experience working in defence, government, or high-security environments; Familiarity with Command-and-Control (C2) systems; Experience supporting distributed or bandwidth-constrained systems; Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional leadership experience