IT Enterprise Architect

Role Overview

The Enterprise Architect leads CNI’s company Enterprise Architecture and Strategy Team, defining direction and vision for technology, processes, and people to enable CNI’s corporate and operational objectives. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the role develops and communicates an architectural blueprint that shapes the organization into a modern, resilient, and cloud‑enabled enterprise. The Enterprise Architect aligns all technology investments with company strategy, client priorities, and CNI’s evolving IT roadmap, converting business needs into scalable, implementable, and cost‑effective IT solutions.

• Proven ability to establish and socialize architectural vision, roadmaps, and principles for large‑scale technology and digital transformation programs.
• Experience translating business strategy into actionable architectural plans that inform technology investment, delivery, and operationalization.
• Experience directing major initiatives in cloud modernization, data and analytics platforms, and AI/automation integration.
• Deep knowledge of architecture governance, security‑by‑design, and compliance requirements, including familiarity with FedRAMP, data governance, and AI/ML risk management.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to engage effectively at executive, technical, and client stakeholder levels.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Provide primary architecture guidance for company‑wide transformations, including cloud modernizations and standards, IT road mapping, application portfolio management, and technology stack maintenance.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure IT projects, investments, and assets adhere to standards and support business goals.
• Lead architecture governance activities with clear decision rights, structured reviews, security alignment, and risk management standards.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date catalog of the company’s IT capabilities and integration capabilities, enabling project delivery and cost transparency.
• Improve IT project success rate and strengthen the company’s reputation for delivering innovative, reliable results across federal programs.
• Create reports and presentations for senior management to support IT enterprise, investment insight, and strategic priorities.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with internal teams, external advisors, and industry contacts to enhance collaboration, streamline due diligence processes, and support comprehensive evaluations of potential investments.

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Master’s degree in an IT‑related discipline is desired.

Eight plus (8+) years of experience in enterprise architecture leadership roles within complex, multi‑sector organizations serving Federal Civil, Defense, and/or National Security clients.

Relevant industry certifications (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure Solution Architecture) preferred.

The work is performed primarily in an office environment. The position requires occasional standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and requires frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Special life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with immediate vesting
• Professional development assistance
• Legal aid assistance program
• Family planning/fertility assistance
• Personal time off and observance of federal holidays
• Paid time off (approx. 11 days) and training opportunities

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Consideration is given to all applicants regardless of disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.