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Director, Cloud Platform Services

Government of Alberta · Technology & Innovation

This job in plain words

This senior management job leads the Government of Alberta's cloud and digital platform services, including cloud platforms, identity and authentication, messaging and web hosting. The job is based in Edmonton or Calgary and reports to the Executive Director, Business Technology Operations.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated.

Education
Bachelor's degree · University graduation in a related field such as computer science or IT. Equivalency: 1 year of education can count as 1 year of experience, and the reverse.
Experience
Minimum 7 years developing and implementing cloud-based IT services, plus experience leading technical teams.
Job type
Full time, permanent. 36.25 hours per week (7.25 hours daily), Monday to Friday.

What they ask for:

  • University degree in computer science, IT or a related technology field.
  • At least 7 years developing IT services in a cloud-based environment.
  • Experience leading high-performing technical teams in a management role.
  • Experience with project management methods such as waterfall and agile.
  • Strong IT technical expertise and skill in developing strategic roadmaps.

What you would do

  • Lead strategy, delivery and lifecycle of key technology platforms.
  • Manage budgets, contracts, vendors and service agreements.
  • Lead workforce, financial and operational planning for technology services.
  • Ensure services meet security, privacy and architecture standards.
  • Identify and reduce risks affecting services and projects.
  • Use AI-powered tools to measure performance and engage stakeholders.

How to apply

Apply online through the official job posting. Your resume should show months and years for all education and work experience, with examples of how you meet the requirements.

Good to know:

  • The competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower level.
  • A written assessment may be required during the interview process.
  • Final candidates must pass a criminal records check, and may need a Level 2 Enhanced Security screening.
  • Candidates pay their own costs for required checks and interview travel.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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