Enterprise Architect

Joint Activities

$135K — $216K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience with active certifications
  • 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture or related disciplines
  • 8+ years of experience designing/managing hybrid cloud/on-premise environments
  • Proficiency in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Strong knowledge of networking, identity management, virtualization, and storage technologies
  • Experience with architecture frameworks (TOGAF, DODAF, or SABSA)
  • Active Top Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain hybrid cloud and on-premise enterprise architecture frameworks
  • Develop and enforce architecture standards and governance policies
  • Lead integration of cloud-native services with existing systems
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define and execute technology roadmaps
  • Evaluate emerging technologies for potential adoption
  • Support migration planning for workloads between environments
  • Ensure compliance with security and data governance requirements
  • Produce and maintain architecture documentation

Benefits

  • Fully on-site position in the Baltimore-Metropolitan area
  • Opportunity to work with emerging technologies
  • Collaboration with diverse stakeholders and teams
  • Engagement in strategic technology planning
  • Potential for professional development through certification and training
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to support the design, integration, and governance of a hybrid cloud and on-premise environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise across cloud platforms and legacy infrastructure, with a proven ability to align technology strategy with mission and business objectives.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks spanning hybrid cloud and on-premise infrastructure
  • Develop and enforce architecture standards, patterns, and governance policies across the environment
  • Lead the integration of cloud-native services with existing on-premise systems, ensuring interoperability, security, and scalability
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, engineering teams, and leadership to define and execute technology roadmaps
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for adoption aligned with organizational goals
  • Support migration planning and execution for workloads transitioning between on-premise and cloud environments
  • Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and data governance requirements across all platforms
  • Produce and maintain architecture documentation, including reference architectures, solution designs, and decision records

This position is fully on-site M-F in the Baltimore-Metropolitan area.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of Master's degree and 10 years experience.
    • Master's degree must be in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or Mathematics.
    • In lieu of a Master's degree, candidate must possess an additional 4 years of relevant experience or specialized training and one of the following active certifications: CISSO, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, GCIA, GCLD, GCSA, or GICSP.
  • 8+ years of experience in enterprise architecture or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and managing hybrid cloud/on-premise environments.
  • Proficiency with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP).
  • Strong understanding of networking, identity management, virtualization, and storage technologies.
  • Experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, DODAF, or SABSA.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
  • TOGAF certification.
  • Experience supporting federal or DoD programs.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration.
Target Salary Range$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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