GDOT Chief Enterprise Technology Architect

Chief Enterprise Technology Architect
Primary Location: Atlanta, Georgia

V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for a Chief Enterprise Technology Architect for our premier client in Atlanta, Georgia.

Education and Experience

• 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.

WHAT YOULL DO:
Job 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.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Gather requirements and insights from diverse stakeholders, including leadership, customers, and frontline staff
• 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 GDOT's mission of innovation, safety, sustainability, and mobility.

Collaborative Standards Development and Implementation:

• Facilitate the co-creation of enterprise architecture standards and best practices through inclusive, cross-functional workshops and working groups.
• 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 GDOT'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:

• 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.
• Organize and facilitate proof-of-concept (POC) projects to test innovative solutions in real-world scenarios.
• Establish partnerships with academic institutions, research centers, and industry leaders to stay at the forefront of technological advancements.

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.

Technology Enablement:

• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical capabilities.
• Identify emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact on client's operations.
• Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to test and validate new technologies before broader adoption.

Communication and Change Management:

• Create and maintain documentation to support the understanding and implementation of enterprise architecture principles.
• Develop and execute change management strategies to support the adoption of new architectural approaches.
• Articulate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Interested?
Qualified candidates should send their resumes to

V-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America, V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY with strategic locations in India, Canada and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks.

As a valued V-Soft Consultant, youre eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth.

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