Senior Advisor, Infrastructure – Cross-Functional Applications

iA Financial Group (Industrial Alliance)

Senior Advisor aligning technology strategies with business priorities in the individual insurance sector. Focus on modernization initiatives and compliance risk management.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeMontreal • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing integrated technology roadmaps and conducting comprehensive financial analyses, ensuring alignment between business and IT strategies. Proven ability to assess compliance risks and establish IT governance frameworks while effectively mobilizing cross-functional teams.

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IT Strategy DevelopmentEnterprise Architecture ExpertiseFinancial Analysis (CAPEX, OPEX, ROI, TCO)IT Governance and Compliance Risk ManagementStrategic Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Technology Roadmap DevelopmentCost-Benefit AnalysisRisk AssessmentFinancial AnalysisIT Governance Frameworks

Soft Skills

Stakeholder InfluenceCross-Functional CoordinationAnalytical RigorSimplifying Complex Concepts

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF)ITILSAFe

Industry Keywords

Compliance Risk ManagementContractual FrameworksDecision TraceabilityProcess RigorStrategic Briefs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Defining integrated technology roadmaps
Conducting rigorous cost-benefit analyses
Assessing operational, regulatory, and compliance risks
Ensuring business–IT–architecture alignment
Identifying conflicts and recommending the best implementation strategy(ies) in collaboration with solution architects
Develop and maintain multi-year roadmaps for technology transformation programs (infrastructure, platforms, and applications)
Ensure the prioritization of initiatives based on business value, budgetary and contractual constraints, and dependencies
Translate strategic directions into concrete, structured, and measurable execution plans
Produce detailed financial analyses (CAPEX, OPEX, ROI, TCO)
Compare different scenarios (build vs. buy, modernization vs. replacement, etc.)
Recommend optimal options based on expected benefits, organizational capacity, and budget constraints
Act as a bridge between business units, IT teams, information security, and enterprise architecture
Ensure project alignment with architectural principles and technology directions
Support leadership in strategic decision-making
Assess compliance risks (internal audits, regulatory requirements, standards)
Identify operational, technological, and organizational risks
Establish or enhance IT governance frameworks
Ensure decision traceability, process rigor, and consistency of standards
Mobilize cross-functional teams in collaboration with the Program Manager
Prepare strategic briefs and executive presentations
Clearly communicate issues, trade-offs, and impacts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or another relevant discipline
Has 15+ years of experience in information technology, particularly in IT strategy, enterprise architecture, governance, and transformation
Is recognized for developing structured technology roadmaps and thriving in complex, multi-sector environments
Demonstrates strong analytical rigor and the ability to perform in-depth financial and budget analyses (CAPEX, OPEX, ROI, TCO)
Has extensive expertise in IT governance, contractual frameworks, and compliance risk management (audit, SOX, etc.)
Is known for the ability to influence and mobilize stakeholders, including executives, and to ensure effective cross-functional coordination
Possesses strong strategic communication skills and the ability to simplify complex concepts
Holds certifications or knowledge in enterprise architecture (TOGAF), ITIL, SAFe, or equivalent frameworks (asset)
Has experience in vendor management (asset)
Has an intermediate level of English proficiency, as the individual will regularly collaborate and communicate with partners, vendors, and teams located outside Quebec.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible group insurance plans
Competitive pension plan
Employee share purchase plan
Vacation, wellness, and personal development days
Telemedicine services
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Ergonomic furniture program
Performance bonus
Discounts on iA products
And much more!