Exposure Management Architect

OpenKyber is currently seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect for a contract to hire position with a Major Financial Institution located in Pittsburgh, PA; Strongsville, OH; Dallas, TX; Phoenix, AZ or Birmingham, AL. This role’s primary focus is on enterprise Infrastructure and platforms strategy and controls. The ideal candidate will provide subject matter expertise for Infrastructure and Platform architecture, playing a leading role in the vision and development of the company’s future technology. Responsibilities:

• Define design patterns for the company’s common technology architecture structure
• Develop and monitor the organization’s technology architecture
• Ensure infrastructure designs and upgrades are made in accordance with established standards, patterns, policies, and procedures
• Identify and establish best practices for technology architecture, while providing expert advice on core infrastructure initiatives
• Interpret technology requirements, design technology architecture, and drive adoption
• Create strategic roadmaps for transitioning to target enterprise future state, in alignment with business and technology goals
• Control risks and solve complex issues related to enterprise architecture
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and address stakeholder requirements

• University/college degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of industry-relevant experience
• Experience in large, complex enterprise environments
• Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations
• Strong understanding of Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, and Enterprise IT Architecture
• Familiarity with The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) or equivalent enterprise architecture experience
• Ability to translate business needs into data architecture outcomes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired skills:

• Experience with Enterprise Architecture Frameworks, Machine Learning (ML), and Risk Assessments
• Hands-on experience executing Security Architecture within a TOGAF or similar framework
• Strong understanding of baseline/target architecture, gap analysis, and transition planning
• Experience working within formal architecture governance processes

Preferred Certifications:

• AWS Solutions Architect Professional
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Professional Cloud Architect
• VMware VCP
• Cisco CCNP
• CISSP
• CISM
• CCSP, Only candidates available and ready to work directly as OpenKyber employees will be considered for this position.

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, OpenKyber puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, OpenKyber provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. Benefits of Working with OpenKyber: Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with OpenKyber for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career-home in OpenKyber; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with OpenKyber for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, OpenKyber has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. OpenKyber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For applications and inquiries, contact:hirings@openkyber.com