We are seeking a visionary and experienced IT Enterprise Architect with a strong background in mainframe modernization and strategic roadmapping. This individual will play a critical role in shaping our technology strategy, driving digital transformation initiatives, and creating scalable IT solutions that align with organizational goals. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking leader who blends deep technical expertise with strong business acumen to modernize legacy systems and guide architectural decisions that future-proof our IT infrastructure. Req# [redacted] Responsibilities Develop and maintain enterprise-wide IT architecture frameworks, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices Design and implement AI-enabled solutions for modernization Provide architectural governance and guidance for new and existing IT projects Lead the modernization of mainframe systems, including migration strategies, platform upgrades, and legacy application transformation Evaluate and implement technologies such as cloud platforms, containerization, microservices, and APIs to replace or enhance mainframe workloads Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure business continuity during modernization Create and manage IT roadmaps that define short-term and long-term goals for infrastructure, systems, and processes Integrate enterprise architecture efforts into corporate strategies to ensure IT contributes to business objectives Monitor emerging trends and technologies to refine the roadmap and identify opportunities for innovation Act as a key liaison between business leaders, technical teams, vendors, and decision-makers, ensuring alignment between business needs and technology implementations Provide technical guidance and support to development teams, architects, and other technology professionals involved in modernization initiatives Assess current IT systems, tools, and platforms to provide recommendations for modernization and optimization Explore and recommend solutions for legacy system replacement with an emphasis on scalability, reliability, security, and cost-efficiency Identify potential risks related to system modernization and propose mitigation plans Ensure compliance with security standards and industry regulations, especially during migration and architectural updates Develop clear documentation, including architectural blueprints, models, workflows, and diagrams, to support modernization and roadmap initiatives Communicate technical concepts in a manner that is understandable to stakeholders at all levels Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred) 8+ years of experience in IT architecture and design Strong knowledge of mainframe technologies (e.g., COBOL, CICS, DB2) and modernization strategies (e.g., cloud migration, API integration, DevOps) Proven track record of delivering enterprise architecture roadmaps and technology transformation initiatives Experience with modernization tools and platforms (Azure, Kubernetes, modernization middleware, API gateway solutions) Proficiency in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or others Familiarity with programming languages, database management systems, and legacy application refactoring techniques