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# Enterprise Architect

- **Company:** ICF International Inc.
- **Location:** Baltimore, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $98,614.0 - $167,644.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computing Platforms, Confluence, JIRA, CompTIA Network+, Interoperability, Mainframes, Microsoft SharePoint, Systems Integration, Togaf, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/10a7f001-b366-4a70-828b-6dd363578b4a

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience working with enterprise-level infrastructure, applications, or platforms in a large organizational environment
5+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or technical architecture roles

Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field
TOGAF certification
ITIL Foundation, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent certification

3+ years of experience conducting architecture assessments, technical evaluations, or analysis of alternatives
3+ years of experience supporting systems integration, interoperability planning, or cross-platform architecture
3+ years of experience producing architecture artifacts such as roadmaps, standards, diagrams, decision papers, or technical recommendations
3+ years of experience supporting governance processes, architecture review boards, or enterprise decision forums
3+ years of experience working in a federal environment or similarly regulated enterprise setting
2+ years of experience supporting identity, access, security, or standards-alignment considerations in enterprise architecture
Experience working with enterprise collaboration and planning tools such as JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, or M365
2+ years of experience supporting portfolio modernization, shared services, or enterprise platform initiatives
2+ years of experience supporting architecture decisions involving cloud, mainframe, distributed, or hybrid environments

## Description

We are seeking an Enterprise Architect to provide architecture leadership across a complex enterprise IT environment undergoing modernization, governance maturation, and cross-system coordination. This role operates in a large, regulated setting where technical decisions must align with mission priorities, enterprise standards, and long-term operational objectives.

This architect will guide architectural alignment across initiatives, assess solution options, and help connect strategy, governance, and execution. The role is intended for someone who can operate above the project level, work across business and technical teams, and bring structure to architecture decisions in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Job Location
Hybrid, with periodic onsite support as needed in Baltimore, Maryland.

What You'll Be Doing
Lead enterprise architecture support across strategic initiatives, modernization efforts, and governance activities
Assess current-state and target-state architectures to improve alignment, standardization, and technical coherence
Support analysis of alternatives, solution evaluations, and architectural recommendations for enterprise decision-making
Advise program and product teams on architecture standards, integration patterns, and technical tradeoffs
Coordinate with business stakeholders, program managers, engineers, and governance teams to align architecture with organizational goals
Contribute to roadmaps, technical assessments, white papers, and architecture-related planning materials
Support architecture input to governance boards, investment discussions, and portfolio prioritization activities
Promote compliance with enterprise standards, interoperability requirements, and sound system design principles


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