ICF Next

Senior Enterprise Architect

ICF Next$144K — $245K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience in enterprise-level infrastructure and applications
  • 10+ years in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or technical architecture roles
  • Master's degree in a related field (preferred)
  • TOGAF certification (preferred)
  • 6+ years conducting architecture assessments and technical evaluations
  • 6+ years in federal or regulated environments

Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise architecture support for strategic initiatives and modernization efforts
  • Assess current and target state architectures for alignment and standardization
  • Evaluate alternatives and provide architectural recommendations for decision-making
  • Advise teams on architecture standards and technical trade-offs
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to align architecture with business goals
  • Contribute to architecture-related planning materials and roadmaps
  • Support governance boards and investment discussions

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with periodic onsite support required
  • Opportunity to guide architecture in a complex and regulated setting
  • Leadership role that spans multiple initiatives and teams
  • Chance to influence enterprise standards and strategic decision-making
  • Engage with high-level stakeholders across business and technical domains
Full Job Description

We are seeking an Enterprise Architect to provide architecture leadership across a complex enterprise IT environment undergoing modernization, governance maturation, and cross-system coordination. This role operates in a large, regulated setting where technical decisions must align with mission priorities, enterprise standards, and long-term operational objectives.


This architect will guide architectural alignment across initiatives, assess solution options, and help connect strategy, governance, and execution. The role is intended for someone who can operate above the project level, work across business and technical teams, and bring structure to architecture decisions in a multi-stakeholder environment.


Job Location
Hybrid, with periodic onsite support as needed in Baltimore, Maryland.


What You’ll Be Doing
•    Lead enterprise architecture support across strategic initiatives, modernization efforts, and governance activities
•    Assess current-state and target-state architectures to improve alignment, standardization, and technical coherence
•    Support analysis of alternatives, solution evaluations, and architectural recommendations for enterprise decision-making
•    Advise program and product teams on architecture standards, integration patterns, and technical tradeoffs
•    Coordinate with business stakeholders, program managers, engineers, and governance teams to align architecture with organizational goals
•    Contribute to roadmaps, technical assessments, white papers, and architecture-related planning materials
•    Support architecture input to governance boards, investment discussions, and portfolio prioritization activities
•    Promote compliance with enterprise standards, interoperability requirements, and sound system design principles


What You Must Have
•    Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field
•    10+ years of experience working with enterprise-level infrastructure, applications, or platforms in a large organizational environment
•    10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or technical architecture roles


Preferred Qualifications
•    Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field
•    TOGAF certification
•    ITIL Foundation, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent certification

•    6+ years of experience conducting architecture assessments, technical evaluations, or analysis of alternatives
•    6+ years of experience supporting systems integration, interoperability planning, or cross-platform architecture
•    6+ years of experience producing architecture artifacts such as roadmaps, standards, diagrams, decision papers, or technical recommendations
•    6+ years of experience supporting governance processes, architecture review boards, or enterprise decision forums
•    6+ years of experience working in a federal environment or similarly regulated enterprise setting
•    6+ years of experience supporting identity, access, security, or standards-alignment considerations in enterprise architecture

•    4+ years of experience supporting portfolio modernization, shared services, or enterprise platform initiatives
•    4+ years of experience supporting architecture decisions involving cloud, mainframe, distributed, or hybrid environments


 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$144,381.00 - $245,448.00

Maryland Client Office (MD88)

About ICF Next

ICF Next is a global marketing and communications agency that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including healthcare, energy, and transportation. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia. ICF Next offers a comprehensive suite of services, including branding, digital marketing, public relations, and social media management. The company has a strong reputation for delivering innovative and effective solutions that help its clients achieve their business objectives. ICF Next is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and it has received numerous awards for its work in these areas.
Learn more about ICF Next
Size
8,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$54.9 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+5.6%
Revenue
$1.5 billion
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