Chief Enterprise Technology Architect

Role: Chief Enterprise Technology Architect

Location: Metro Atlanta, GA - Locals Only - ID proof required

Schedule: Hybrid

Interview Mode: Virtual

Duration: 6+ Month Contract

Experience Required: 10+ years of Architect Level exp.

Job Description:

*Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta*

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a focus on government or transportation sectors
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization
• Proven track record of leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives
• Experience with cloud technologies, data analytics, and emerging technologies such as AI and IoT
• Knowledge of transportation systems and smart city concepts is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to align technology initiatives with organizational missions and goals
• Experience in positioning IT as a strategic enabler in large organizations

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and maintain a forward-thinking enterprise architecture strategy that supports client's mission and objectives
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT initiatives with business goals and transportation needs
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the IT division
• Ensure that all architectural decisions and initiatives contribute to client's strategic goals of safety, system preservation, project delivery, mobility, and employee development
• Support and Shepherd the IT division in its role as a critical enabler of client's mission, identifying opportunities to leverage technology for transformative impact

Stakeholder Engagement

• Gather requirements and insights from diverse stakeholders, including leadership, customers, and frontline staff
• Facilitate collaborative decision-making processes to ensure all voices are heard and considered in architectural decisions
• Build strong relationships with internal and external partners to drive technology adoption and success
• Engage with transportation experts to understand how technology can best support client s mission of innovation, safety, sustainability, and mobility
• Act as a bridge between IT and other divisions, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with operational needs

Collaborative Standards Development and Implementation

• Facilitate the co-creation of enterprise architecture standards and best practices through inclusive, cross-functional workshops and working groups
• Foster a culture of shared ownership in architectural standards by involving stakeholders from various departments in the development process
• Guide the establishment of flexible governance processes that encourage adherence to standards while allowing for innovation and agility
• Lead regular, collaborative reviews of standards to ensure they evolve with emerging technologies and changing business needs
• Ensure that architectural standards align with and support client's goals, particularly in streamlining processes and improving access for small businesses
• Develop and implement strategies to communicate the value and benefits of standards across the organization, encouraging voluntary adoption

Research and Innovation Initiatives

• Spearhead research initiatives to explore emerging technologies and their potential applications within.
• Organize and facilitate proof-of-concept (POC) projects to test innovative solutions in real-world scenarios
• Lead hackathons and innovation challenges that bring together diverse teams to solve complex transportation problems
• Establish partnerships with academic institutions, research centers, and industry leaders to stay at the forefront of technological advancements
• Create and maintain an innovation lab or sandbox environment where teams can experiment with new technologies and approaches
• Develop a framework for evaluating and scaling successful POCs and hackathon outcomes into enterprise-wide solutions
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation across the IT division and broader client organization

Solution Architecture Support

• Mentor and guide Solutions Architects, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed
• Collaborate with Solutions Architects to align their work with the broader enterprise architecture vision
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and cross-pollination of ideas between different architectural teams
• Ensure that solution architectures contribute to client's goals of project delivery and mobility enhancement.

Technology Enablement

• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical capabilities of the client s IT staff
• Identify emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact on the client's operations
• Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to test and validate new technologies before broader adoption
• Focus on technologies that can enhance safety, sustainability, and mobility in Client s transportation system
• Champion the role of IT as a strategic enabler, demonstrating how technology drives client's mission forward

Communication and Change Management

• Articulate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Develop and execute change management strategies to support the adoption of new architectural approaches
• Create and maintain documentation to support the understanding and implementation of enterprise architecture principles
• Communicate how architectural initiatives support client's vision of increasing Georgia's competitiveness through transportation leadership
• Promote the value of IT initiatives in enabling client's mission across the organization

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