Director, Enterprise Architecture

Summary:

Digital agency specializing in web/user experience design, build, and marketing. 20+ years of experience, with clients ranging from government, non-profit, advocacy, and education.Offerings:

Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision), 401k, tuition reimbursement, Generous PTO, staff retreats, fully remote, rewarding high-profile client work

Are you a visionary leader passionate about technology and its role in driving business success?

We're seeking a Director of Enterprise Architecture to lead the design, implementation, and evolution of our technology landscape. This strategic and hands-on role will play a pivotal role in shaping our digital transformation journey.

Your Role:

• Define the Future: Architect and implement an enterprise architecture methodology tailored to our organization's unique goals and industry.
• Lead with Vision: Provide strategic direction and thought leadership to senior management on enterprise architecture best practices.
• Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with business units like operations and engineering to understand their technology needs and challenges.
• Drive Integration: Champion strategic systems integration to facilitate seamless data exchange and improve decision-making.
• Champion Standards: Define and implement corporate technology standards to ensure consistency and efficiency across the organization.
• Foster Adoption: Work closely with the Change Enablement Director to drive the adoption of standardized architecture principles and methodologies.
• Cultivate Innovation: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and embrace innovative technologies to propel us forward.

Security & Compliance:

• Foster a secure and compliant environment by establishing enterprise architecture governance processes aligned with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and enforce internal IT policies, ensuring employee privacy and responsible technology use.
• Partner with the engineering team to prepare for FedRAMP compliance, ensuring we meet stringent security requirements.
• Implement robust information security plans that utilize best practices for assessment, evaluation, and enforcement.

People Leadership:

• Lead with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, fostering a vibrant and inclusive team environment.
• Oversee an Applications Analyst, providing coaching and development opportunities.
• Empower your team to create solutions and foster an atmosphere where ownership and accountability flourish.

IT Budget & Management:

• Track progress, analyze data, and showcase the value of enterprise architecture investments to executive management.
• Define key metrics to measure the success of architecture initiatives.
• Manage an efficient and secure IT asset management program, optimizing costs throughout the lifecycle.

Your Role:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience in IT with 3+ years leading enterprise architecture
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills, adept at engaging across all levels
• Solid financial acumen and experience with budget management and contract negotiation
• Proven track record of developing and motivating IT teams
• Strong business acumen and ability to bridge the gap between IT and business functions
• Experience building strong partnerships with stakeholders and vendors
• Familiarity with IT frameworks (ITIL, PRINCE2, etc.) and enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)
• A plus: Enterprise architecture certification (TOGAF) and/or security certification (CISSP)