Director, Enterprise Architecture – Technology Strategy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Define and uphold the enterprise architecture framework across business, application, data, and infrastructure domains.

• Establish architecture standards, reference models, and governance processes.

• Lead architecture review boards and guarantee compliance throughout various initiatives.

• Promote simplification, standardization, and reduction of technical debt.

• Develop and implement a multi-year technology strategy that aligns with business objectives.

• Convert business priorities into actionable architecture and investment plans.

• Identify emerging technologies and evaluate their potential business impacts.

• Spearhead modernization efforts in areas such as cloud, data platforms, AI, and security.

• Collaborate with executive leadership, including CIO, CTO, CISO, and business leaders, to shape overall strategy.

• Serve as a trusted advisor regarding technology investments and trade-offs.

• Ensure that architecture enhances customer experience, revenue growth, and operational efficiency.

• Assess and rationalize technology vendors and platforms.

• Foster strategic partnerships with key providers, such as those in cloud, security, and SaaS.

• Mitigate vendor sprawl and optimize total cost of ownership.

• Build and lead a high-performing enterprise architecture team.

• Define roles, skill sets, and career progression for architects.

• Establish federated or centralized EA operating models as needed.

• Encourage a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

⛳️ Requirements

• 12–15+ years of experience in IT, with a strong background in enterprise architecture or technology strategy.

• Proven leadership experience managing senior architects or cross-functional teams.

• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP, along with modern architectures.

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity, data architecture, and enterprise systems.

• Experience in leading large-scale transformation initiatives.

• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage.

• Disability insurance.

• Retirement benefits.

• Paid leave.

• Paid time off.