Enterprise Architect Manager

IS3 Solutions
Houston, TX, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

ADMS (Software) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Amazon Web Services Business Analytics Applications Data Analysis Applications Architecture Application Integration Architecture Application Portfolio Management Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Cloud Engineering Information Systems
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Data Architecture Data Governance Disaster Recovery Enterprise Architecture Framework Middleware Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems Integration Zachman Framework Google Cloud Enterprise Software Applications Cloud Platform System System Availability Data Strategy Togaf Information Technology Data Management Microservices

Job description

The Enterprise Architect Manager will lead the enterprise architecture function across Infrastructure, Applications, Data, and Integration domains. This role serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, translating complex technical environments into actionable roadmaps that support grid modernization, operational reliability, and digital transformation initiatives.The role focuses on aligning technology strategy with business and regulatory requirements within a utilities or critical infrastructure environment.Responsibilities:Enterprise Architecture LeadershipLead and mentor a team of enterprise architects across multiple domainsDefine, maintain, and govern enterprise architecture frameworks and standardsEstablish architecture review processes to ensure alignment with business strategyDrive governance through design reviews, technology evaluations, and approval processesStrategic Planning and RoadmappingPartner with business and technology leaders to develop multi-year roadmapsTranslate business priorities such as grid modernization, OT/IT convergence, and regulatory compliance into architecture strategiesEvaluate emerging technologies and align them to business outcomesSupport capital planning through architecture-driven business casesInfrastructure and Cloud ArchitectureOversee architecture for on-prem, hybrid, and cloud environmentsGuide cloud adoption strategies across AWS, Azure, or GCPDefine standards for high availability, disaster recovery, and resilienceEnsure infrastructure supports mission-critical utility operationsApplications ArchitectureProvide governance for enterprise platforms such as ERP, GIS, EAM, ADMS, and customer applicationsDefine integration principles and support application portfolio rationalizationEnsure architectures meet regulatory and operational requirementsData ArchitectureLead enterprise data strategy including governance, MDM, and analytics platformsEnable predictive maintenance, operational analytics, and reporting capabilitiesEnsure security, privacy, and compliance are embedded in all data decisionsIntegration ArchitectureOversee integration patterns, API strategy, and middleware platformsDefine standards for OT/IT integration (SCADA, EMS, DMS, enterprise systems)Guide adoption of modern integration approaches including microservicesQualifications:10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, including leadership experienceExpertise in at least two domains: Infrastructure, Applications, Data, IntegrationExperience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, or similar)Strong background in cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)Experience influencing executive stakeholders and driving cross-functional alignmentExperience with governance, standards, and portfolio managementPreferred:Experience in utilities, energy, or critical infrastructure sectorsEducation:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related fieldTools and Technologies:Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCPArchitecture Frameworks: TOGAF, ZachmanEnterprise Systems: ERP, GIS, EAM, ADMSIntegration: APIs, middleware platforms, microservicesData Platforms: Data governance, analytics, master data management The Enterprise Architect Manager will lead the enterprise architecture function across Infrastructure, Applications, Data, and Integration domains. This role serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, translating complex technical environments into actionable roadmaps that support grid modernization, operational reliability, and digital transformation initiatives.The role focuses on aligning technology strategy with business and regulatory requirements within a utilities or critical infrastructure environment.Responsibilities:Enterprise Architecture LeadershipLead and mentor a team of enterprise architects across multiple domainsDefine, maintain, and govern enterprise architecture frameworks and standardsEstablish architecture review processes to ensure alignment with business strategyDrive governance through design reviews, technology evaluations, and approval processesStrategic Planning and RoadmappingPartner with business and technology leaders to develop multi-year roadmapsTranslate business priorities such as grid modernization, OT/IT convergence, and regulatory compliance into architecture strategiesEvaluate emerging technologies and align them to business outcomesSupport capital planning through architecture-driven business casesInfrastructure and Cloud ArchitectureOversee architecture for on-prem, hybrid, and cloud environmentsGuide cloud adoption strategies across AWS, Azure, or GCPDefine standards for high availability, disaster recovery, and resilienceEnsure infrastructure supports mission-critical utility operationsApplications ArchitectureProvide governance for enterprise platforms such as ERP, GIS, EAM, ADMS, and customer applicationsDefine integration principles and support application portfolio rationalizationEnsure architectures meet regulatory and operational requirementsData ArchitectureLead enterprise data strategy including governance, MDM, and analytics platformsEnable predictive maintenance, operational analytics, and reporting capabilitiesEnsure security, privacy, and compliance are embedded in all data decisionsIntegration ArchitectureOversee integration patterns, API strategy, and middleware platformsDefine standards for OT/IT integration (SCADA, EMS, DMS, enterprise systems)Guide adoption of modern integration approaches including microservicesQualifications:10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, including leadership experienceExpertise in at least two domains: Infrastructure, Applications, Data, IntegrationExperience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, or similar)Strong background in cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)Experience influencing executive stakeholders and driving cross-functional alignmentExperience with governance, standards, and portfolio managementPreferred:Experience in utilities, energy, or critical infrastructure sectorsEducation:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related fieldTools and Technologies:Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCPArchitecture Frameworks: TOGAF, ZachmanEnterprise Systems: ERP, GIS, EAM, ADMSIntegration: APIs, middleware platforms, microservicesData Platforms: Data governance, analytics, master data management

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, including leadership experience
  • Expertise in at least two domains: Infrastructure, Applications, Data, Integration
  • Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, or similar)
  • Strong background in cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Experience influencing executive stakeholders and driving cross-functional alignment
  • Experience with governance, standards, and portfolio management

Preferred:

  • Experience in utilities, energy, or critical infrastructure sectors

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Tools and Technologies:

  • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
  • Architecture Frameworks: TOGAF, Zachman
  • Enterprise Systems: ERP, GIS, EAM, ADMS
  • Integration: APIs, middleware platforms, microservices
  • Data Platforms: Data governance, analytics, master data management

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