Enterprise Architect Consultant

What You'll Do

• Lead the enterprise architecture function for major client engagements across industries, aligning business and IT strategies.
• Serve as a thought leader and trusted advisor to clients on architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman), best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Define and drive the enterprise architecture strategy, ensuring its scalability and alignment with the organization’s business goals and vision.
• Guide the integration of cloud, digital, data, and security architectures into enterprise IT landscapes.
Client Engagement:
• Cultivate and manage executive-level client relationships, including engagement with C-suite leaders.
• Develop and present architecture strategies, roadmaps, and solutions that deliver business value and technical alignment.
• Provide architecture governance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to best practices, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Technology Solutions & Innovation:
• Lead the development and implementation of enterprise-wide technology solutions, including application architecture, infrastructure design, and data integration.
• Drive innovation by advising clients on the adoption of emerging technologies such as AI/ML, cloud computing, IoT, and blockchain.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, platforms, and tools that meet clients’ business needs while fostering innovation and efficiency.
• Ensure architectural designs are secure, scalable, and resilient, while also taking into account cost-effectiveness.
Team Leadership & Collaboration:
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of architects, consultants, and technical specialists, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment.
• Provide leadership in developing architecture competency within the team, enabling them to deliver quality solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and partners to ensure smooth delivery of architecture projects.
Project Management & Delivery:
• Oversee multiple architecture projects simultaneously, ensuring successful execution within time, budget, and scope.
• Manage project risks and ensure the architecture aligns with both business requirements and IT capabilities.
• Provide oversight during system development, implementation, and post-deployment to ensure solutions are sustainable and meet client expectations.
Business Development & Growth:
• Actively participate in business development efforts, including leading architecture-related proposals, RFP responses, and sales presentations.
• Identify opportunities to deepen relationships with existing clients and expand service offerings to meet their evolving needs.
• Lead go-to-market initiatives for enterprise architecture services, contributing to practice development and thought leadership.
Thought Leadership & Industry Influence:
• Serve as a key influencer in the market through public speaking engagements, whitepapers, and publications on enterprise architecture and emerging technologies.
• Participate in industry forums and networks to stay at the forefront of architectural trends and thought leadership.
• Contribute to the development of innovative methodologies, frameworks, and tools for enterprise architecture services within the firm.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, or IT consulting, with a focus on leading large, transformative engagements.
• Proven experience working with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), digital ecosystems, data architectures, and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Excellent client-facing and leadership skills, with a strong track record of managing executive-level relationships.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale transformation initiatives.
• Certifications in enterprise architecture or cloud platforms are a plus (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Solutions Architect).

Bonus Points

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, or IT consulting, with a focus on leading large, transformative engagements.
• Proven experience working with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), digital ecosystems, data architectures, and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Excellent client-facing and leadership skills, with a strong track record of managing executive-level relationships.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale transformation initiatives.
• Certifications in enterprise architecture or cloud platforms are a plus (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Solutions Architect).