Senior Information Management / Information Technology Research Analyst

Location: Remote or Nunavut-based

Estimated Hourly Rate: $65 to $95 CAD

Job Title: IT Research Advisor – Digital Transformation (Public Sector Contract)
Job Type: Contract
Location: Remote (Canada)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT Research Advisor to deliver research-driven insights in support of IM/IT strategy, solution selection, and operational improvement for public sector initiatives. This remote contract role requires strong experience in public sector environments, digital transformation initiatives, and engagement with organizations in Canada’s North and Indigenous communities.

The successful candidate will provide clear, evidence-based, executive-ready analysis to support informed decision-making in complex IM/IT contexts.

Key Responsibilities

• Research enterprise technology trends, platforms, and digital transformation approaches relevant to public sector organizations

• Deliver research-driven insights to support IM/IT strategy, modernization, and transformation initiatives

• Produce executive-ready briefings, reports, and recommendations

• Support planning, benchmarking, and IM/IT roadmap development

• Contribute to solution selection and options analysis through structured research and comparative evaluation

• Collaborate effectively with public sector stakeholders, including Northern and Indigenous organizations, using culturally informed and respectful engagement practices

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in IT research, advisory, or consulting roles

• Demonstrated experience conducting research for public sector initiatives (strongly desired)

• Experience supporting or advising on digital transformation initiatives

• Experience working with organizations in Canada’s North

• Experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for senior and executive audiences

Preferred Certifications and Knowledge

• ITIL 4 certification (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)

• Cloud fundamentals (e.g., understanding of cloud service models and enterprise cloud platforms)

Additional Information

• This is a contract position performed entirely remotely

• Candidates must be able to work independently, manage deliverables, and meet agreed timelines

• Familiarity with government IM/IT governance, planning, and modernization initiatives is considered an asset

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