Lead Enterprise Architect

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Required Skills and Experience (with 15 Years) Enterprise Architecture Leadership

Enterprise Architecture Leadership – 15+ years. Leading EA teams, defining frameworks, establishing governance, and driving enterprise-wide architecture programs.

EA Frameworks (DoDAF, UAF, TOGAF, BEA, ETP) – 10+ years. Applying structured architecture methods in complex environments.

Systems Engineering and Modernization

Systems Engineering – 15+ years. Designing and modernizing large-scale systems across multiple domains.

Cloud Architecture (AWS, Google Cloud) – 7+ years. Leading cloud transitions, modernization, and secure cloud adoption.

Zero Trust Architecture (NIST ZT) – 5+ years. Implementing cybersecurity mitigation aligned to modern enterprise standards.

Microservices/SOA Architecture – 10+ years. Designing service-oriented and microservices-based systems.

AI-Driven Architecture

AI Integration in Architecture Methods – 3+ years. Applying AI to architecture products, modernization workflows, and decision support.

Federal/State Enterprise Experience (Optional but Valuable)

Enterprise Architecture Consulting – 10+ years. Providing strategic architecture guidance in high-stakes federal environments.

IT Acquisition Reform – 5+ years. Experience with enterprise-level acquisition and transformation programs.

Leadership and Advisory

Executive Advisory Experience – 10+ years. Advising CIOs, CTOs, and senior executives on enterprise architecture strategy.

Team Mentoring and Capability Building – 10+ years. Developing architects, improving maturity, and elevating architectural discipline.

Skills Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

20+ years total experience in enterprise architecture, systems engineering, or modernization leadership.

Proven ability to stabilize and mature EA functions in complex organizations.

Strong communication skills and ability to work with senior leadership.