Enterprise Architect

Qualifications

An Enterprise Architect must have industry-recognized enterprise architecture certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman, Department of Defense Architecture, or Federal Enterprise Architecture.  

• Possess a CCIE and/or relevant experience in one or more technology areas
• Multi-technology (WAN/LAN, DC, WLAN, Collaboration, Compute) experience managing complex projects and architecture
• 5 Minimum five years (5) of industry experience in IT infrastructure architecture development and technology consulting, advisory, or professional services.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent proven experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly language.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of at least one central WWT technology core focus area (Infrastructure Modernization, Security Transformation, or Multi-cloud architecture), key technology partners, and industry trends.
• One or more major industry IT certifications, ideally with one or more of WWT’s core OEM partners.
• Demonstrated leadership, team building, and management skills.
• Advanced client-facing skills, including analyzing and providing solutions to complex architecture or services problems, influencing and negotiating with clients.
• Demonstrated technical consulting experience in one or more vertical sectors: government, public sector, higher education, finance, health care, technology, or other commercial.
• Post-graduate training in business-related discipline or management.

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $165,000.00 to $180,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email [email protected]. 

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Why WWT?

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

 With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

 Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

What will you be doing?

The Enterprise Architect leads Technical Delivery & Engineering (TD&E) delivery engagements and cross-functional technical teams on complex programs and projects. The Enterprise Architect is responsible for technical communications with WWT Sales, Engineers, Architects, and customers for projects. The Enterprise Architect will participate in multiple facets of delivery for customers.

The Enterprise Architect works with Lead or Principal consultants and other cross-functional teams on complex customer projects. The Enterprise Architect is a technical and business outcome leader that will provide oversight and alignment between WWT Engineers, Architects, and the customer technical or business leaders for projects.

The Enterprise Architect may be assigned to lead customer-facing services projects of varying size and complexity that will often include the development of project deliverables (examples include white papers, plans, strategies, designs, assessments, and business case analyses). When the Enterprise Architect is designated the Solution / Technical leader, they will combine with PMO leadership to form the “Two in the Box” model, a vital part of the WWTs approach to driving successful project outcomes.

Solutions / Technical Leadership Role:

• The Enterprise Architect understands all client scopes and objectives. They will be the one solution / technical voice facing the client externally and the escalation point internally for WWT employees, Partners, and Contractors.
• The Enterprise Architect will partner with the PMO counterpart to resolve Risks and Issues upon identification.
• The Enterprise Architect is accountable for resolving technical Risks and Issues in their project using their background and the array of resources available within WWT.
• The Enterprise Architect holds staff, contractors, and partners responsible for ensuring that The WWT best practices and templates are followed and delivered to the customer.
• The Enterprise Architect will review deployment documents, technical assessments, and other technical outputs to ensure a correct and consistent tone is delivered as defined by “One Voice.”
• The Enterprise Architect will manage their respective project as if it were their own stand-alone business and deliver a service that matches WWTs expectations, focusing on profitability and professionalism.

Primary:

• Technical / Line of Business contact between WWT and customer from the beginning to the end of a project, ensuring the team meets the customer's desired outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out architecture activities and methodologies leading to comprehensive discovery, analysis, and technical/business recommendations.
• Advanced communication skills, including business/technical writing and presentations.
• Advanced ability to present in-depth technical solutions.
• Self-motivation with the ability to motivate and energize a project team.
• Drive to exceed customer and project goals.
• Thoughtful leadership and innovative thinking.
• Positive customer service attitude.
• Responsible for the delivery of project work, ongoing quality of the work, ensuring standards and delivery methodologies are being followed and appropriate resources are available to meet the current and future demands of the project.
• Proven track record of customer focus, including the ability to foster long-term client relationships.
• Expert knowledge of project architectural principles and practices.
• Willing to travel 50-75% of the time.
• Proactively detects technical deficiencies and develops practical, workable solutions to problems.
• Takes full responsibility for the overall execution and delivery of critical tasks or projects.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Conveys the WWT vision is accurate and relevant terms that others can identify with, helping others see how things will improve.
• Stays focused on department and WWT strategic priorities and allocates their time and resources accordingly.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor.
• Proactively seek ways to expand technical knowledge.
• Possesses professional maturity and presence.
• Ability to act as a technical expert.
• Good technical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and tools to provide best-practice insight and best-in-class recommendations to management.
• Ensure that all components and usage are consistent and compliant with all applicable regulatory, departmental, IT, and corporate standards, policies, and guidelines.