Enterprise Architect - Contech Systems

Newark, NJ

About the Job

Enterprise Architect
Location: Newark, NJ (Hybrid 2 day/week onsite)
Duration: 6+ months contract to hire
Interview process: Web conference
Req. # 24-00017

Contact: Brian Anderson
banderson@contech-it.com

Summary:
Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Business Technology Strategy:
- Develop and maintain the overall Business technology strategy and roadmaps .
- Identify emerging technologies, trends and industry best practices to proactively advance capabilities
Enterprise Architecture:
- Collaborate with cross functional teams and lead, develop and maintain target state architecture, reference architecture and Business technology roadmaps for assigned domains .
- Conduct periodic reviews of the current state architecture and identify potential areas of improvements
- Work closely with business and technology stakeholders to ensure that all initiatives and projects for the domain align with the Enterprise architecture that was built to realize the company's vision and goals
- Actively research and understand emerging Technologies and how they can be applied to healthcare insurance, including industry trends and best practices.
- Participate the selection, implementation, and maintenance of tools and process that support the effective delivery of EA services.
Governance
- Contribute to the management of EA governance frameworks including Architecture Review Board and other technology governance efforts.
- Develop technology standards, exception process and manage technology lifecycle and obsolescence risk management
Vendor Management:
- Understand vendor capabilities stay current on vendor roadmaps
- Support in development and evaluation of RFP, RFQ process
- Support vendor contract negotiations and renewals
Leadership
- Promote the value of EA to all levels of the organization, spreading awareness about the role in achieving strategic objective
- Coach, mentor other Architects in the team and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:
- B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS or equivalent preferred
- 3+ years of relevant overall experience in Enterprise architecture, strategy, and governance roles.
- Proven experience in defining, developing and implementing target state architecture and technology roadmaps
- Strong understanding of EA principles, frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, Zachman, etc.
- Experience using architecture modeling tools and constructs
- Experience with briefing senior leadership teams
Technical Proficiency:
- Advanced knowledge in technical infrastructure and cloud solutions (AWS, Azure)
- In depth knowledge of complex architecture patterns including Microservices, Container platforms, API's, Data engineering platforms, Data Lake, Cloud Data Warehousing, Robotic Process Automation
- Conversant with Cybersecurity concepts
- Familiar with Agile and DevOps Framework
- Experience with Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.)
Leadership Skills:
- Proven ability to develop and execute technology strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives.
- Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to mentor, motivate, and lead juniors in the team
- A self-starter with strong consulting, communication and influencing skills
Communication & Collaboration:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex Business and Technology concepts to all stakeholders at various levels.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners
Certifications:
- Certifications in relevant areas (TOGAF, PMP, Cloud Architecture) is a preferred
- Experience with IT governance and risk management frameworks and standards (ITIL, COBIT) is a plus

Source : Contech Systems