Application Analyst

Title: Applications Analyst
Department: Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut 
Community: Iqaluit or eligible for remote work in Canada
Requisition Number: 714
Type of Employment: Indeterminate if successful appointee chooses Iqaluit, otherwise it will be a 3-year Term.                                                                                                   Salary range: $113,146 to $128,412 per year, 37.5 hours/week (If successful appointee is a non-GN employee and chooses Remote Work, it will be offered at $113,146)
Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year for successful hire in Iqaluit
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available
Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Closing date: June 19, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants. Applicants must be currently eligible to work in Canada.

In accordance with the Government of Nunavut’s Remote Hiring Policy, this position is being advertised in the home community or is eligible for remote work.

The Application Analyst is responsible for the design, installation, testing, optimization and administration of all Government of Nunavut applications and databases within the solution delivery network environment. This includes all GN departmental software and applications that reside on Microsoft, Oracle, MYSQL and other proprietary databases. This position is responsible to establish standards and guidelines related to GN software, applications, and databases. The analysis, planning, and design of the GN’s core software, applications and databases are the responsibility of the Solutions Delivery group within IM/IT. The Application Analyst reports directly to the Manager Solutions Delivery and will work closely with resources within the Solutions Delivery group and other members of IM/IT as well as related third-party vendors.

The primary responsibilities of Applications Analyst include the following:

• Ensure the stable and efficient operation of GN software, applications, and database assets within the Solutions Delivery network environment. 
• Install, configure, optimize, test, and administer departmental software, applications, and databases within the Solutions Delivery environment. 
• Install, configure, optimize, test, and administer Microsoft SQL, Oracle, MySQL, and other proprietary database systems. 
• Collaborate with third-party vendors providing COTS solutions to support and upgrade existing software and applications, including the installation, testing, and documentation of service packs, patches, and hotfixes. 
• Liaise with third-party vendors on the implementation of new software versions and application releases. 
• Review and contribute to the development of standards and guidelines for GN software, applications, and databases; assess and recommend database consolidation opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. 
• Support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of new and existing software, applications, and database solutions.

• Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of application, software, and database security standards, ensuring the integrity and security of GN network environments.

• Analyze budget implications and technical requirements related to the implementation of new databases, applications, and software technologies, as well as the upgrade and enhancement of existing systems.

   

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a two-year (2) post-secondary College Diploma program in computer sciences, information technology, or related engineering program.

•Four (4) years of recent experience in a large (over 2000-users network) complex enterprise-wide networks with diverse solutions from multiple vendors. 

•Three (3) years of progressive experience in physical and virtual desktop hardware, operating systems, software and applications support in a medium to large enterprise or Government network environment.

•Current Vendor certifications where the GN has standardized manufacturers such as Microsoft SQL, Oracle, MYSQL

The following will be considered as Assets:

• Experience in project and contract administration within an enterprise level IM/IT environment.
• Cost Management, Risk, Contingency and Disaster Recovery Management abilities
• Exposure to satellite network communications.
• Awareness of the Nunavut Informatics environment, including knowledge of the Informatics Planning and Service Division mission, organizational structure, mandates, and technical infrastructure.
• A knowledge of GN mandates and program activities.

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations applicable to information management and information technology (Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Consulting and Audit Canada standards, etc.) to ensure systems integrity, reliability, and security.

   

This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land,Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets. 

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. 
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. 
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution.  Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application. 

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations.  As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.