Chief Enterprise Architects shape how an organization uses technology to meet its business goals. They set enterprise-wide architecture strategy, guide major technology decisions, and help ensure systems, data, and platforms work together securely and efficiently. Explore vetted Chief Enterprise Architect opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
A CEA connects business strategy with technology execution. Depending on the organization, the role may include defining architecture principles and roadmaps, evaluating platforms and vendors, overseeing modernization initiatives, and aligning application, data, infrastructure, and security architecture. Chief Enterprise Architects also advise executives, establish governance practices, and help teams balance innovation, cost, risk, and operational needs.
Employers commonly seek extensive experience in enterprise or solution architecture, technology strategy, and large-scale transformation. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field is often preferred; some employers value advanced degrees or architecture and cloud certifications. Relevant strengths include systems thinking, cloud and infrastructure knowledge, cybersecurity awareness, data architecture, stakeholder communication, and the ability to lead through influence.
Compensation varies based on industry, company size, location, scope, and experience. CEA positions are senior leadership roles, and many opportunities offer total compensation above $100,000. Review each listing for its stated salary range, responsibilities, and location requirements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore roles aligned with your expertise and career goals.
Highlight measurable outcomes in your resume, such as successful platform consolidation, cloud adoption, improved technology governance, reduced operating costs, or stronger security and resilience. Describe the scale of environments you have supported and your experience partnering with executives and business leaders. Browse current CEA listings on Ladders and compare opportunities by compensation, industry, and work arrangement.
Enterprise Engineering Architect
$200K - $260K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise network architecture. Lead a diverse engineering team to ensure operational readiness and compliance for mission-critical systems, driving moderniza...
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Enterprise Architect Exec Director
$150K - $180K *
Innovate and lead as a senior technical expert, driving strategic solutions for national security missions. Collaborate with leadership to shape transformative technologies and ensure alignment with b...
Today
Enterprise Architect Exec Director
$166K - $200K *
Lead the charge in shaping transformative solutions for national security missions. As a senior technical leader, you'll drive innovation, coordinate emerging technologies, and influence strategic dec...
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$130K - $180K *
Lead enterprise IT initiatives by assessing environments, developing solution architectures, and overseeing implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational stand...
2 days ago
Chief Enterprise Architect [Must have TOGAF, Zachman]
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in transforming GDOT's technology landscape by guiding enterprise architecture strategy, mentoring a high-performing team, and streamlining initiatives that enhance safety, sustainabil...
4 weeks ago
Enterprise Architect, Senior Advisor
$135K - $216K *
Join a team that's shaping the technology future by defining enterprise architecture. Lead the development of architectural standards and oversee integrations across systems while collaborating with d...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Enterprise Architect, Senior Advisor
$176K - $282K *
Drive the strategic design and risk management of an enterprise-level network infrastructure, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and enhancing security practices for mission-critical op...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Enterprise - System Engineer - DoDAF, SOA, CCB
$115K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading system engineering efforts to analyze requirements, develop specifications, and ensure technical integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to guide design and implementation...
1 week ago
Enterprise - System Engineer - DoDAF, SOA, CCB
$115K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing and integrating system requirements, guiding design activities, and ensuring technical integrity in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to d...
2 weeks ago
Chief Enterprise Architect (TS/SCI)
$275K - $350K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise architecture by leading technical strategy and modernization efforts for a global government service provider. Drive secure, scalable solutions whil...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of communication technologies by leading complex enterprise architecture initiatives, driving modernization, and providing strategic guidance to enhance operational efficiency and mis...
1 month ago
Enterprise Architect Principal
$140K - $180K *
Transform enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, integrating healthcare and financial systems, and developing scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...
Reposted 4 days ago
Enterprise Architect Principal
$135K - $160K *
Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, translating business goals into scalable solutions, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrating complex healthcare a...
1 week ago
Enterprise Architect Principal
$135K - $160K *
Transform enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, integrating healthcare and financial systems, and developing scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...
1 week ago
Enterprise Architect Principal
$125K - $150K *
Develop scalable technical architectures by translating business objectives into actionable strategies. Lead cross-functional teams in designing solutions for healthcare and financial systems, ensurin...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in providing high-level architectural expertise and guidance for enterprise-level programs, ensuring alignment with operational business needs and technological standards in a federal...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive modernization efforts by managing enterprise systems and infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability, performance, and security while delivering innovative solutions and t...
2 days ago
$142K - $167K *
Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by leading the migration of on-premises workloads to AWS. Collaborate with teams to build secure, automated environments while optimizing performance and cost...
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Principal Mission Solution Architect
$137K - $302K *
Drive innovative mission solutions by leading complex technical proposals and strategies for defense and intelligence sectors, mentoring teams, and influencing key business decisions to enhance operat...
2 days ago
Principal Mission Solution Architect
$137K - $302K *
Transform your career by leading complex technical solutions for national security missions. Collaborate with experts to shape innovative strategies and drive impactful outcomes while influencing seni...
2 days ago
Principal Mission Solution Architect
$137K - $302K *
Drive innovative technical solutions for complex federal missions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate mission needs into actionable strategies, ensuring quality and operational exc...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead enterprise architecture initiatives, defining frameworks and standards while guiding technology adoption. Collaborate with senior officials to ensure alignment and sustainability across platforms...
Yesterday
$125K - $150K *
Elevate enterprise architecture by serving as a senior technical authority, guiding the development of architectural visions and frameworks, and advising on technology adoption and modernization initi...
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$145K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team as a senior technical authority in enterprise architecture, driving innovation and standardization across platforms and applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape archite...
Yesterday
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in shaping enterprise architecture strategies, driving innovation, and ensuring alignment across technology domains. Collaborate with senior officials to optimize systems and mentor IT...
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What is a Chief Enterprise Architect?
A Chief Enterprise Architect is a senior technology leader who defines and guides an organization’s enterprise architecture strategy, aligning technology investments and systems with business objectives.
What does a Chief Enterprise Architect do?
The role typically involves setting architecture standards and roadmaps, advising executives, guiding technology modernization, evaluating platforms, and coordinating architecture across applications, data, infrastructure, and security.
What qualifications are typically required for CEA jobs?
Employers often look for substantial enterprise architecture and leadership experience, strong communication and strategic planning skills, and knowledge of areas such as cloud, cybersecurity, data, and systems integration. Degree and certification requirements vary by employer.
How much do Chief Enterprise Architects earn?
Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, organization size, and role scope. Many CEA roles offer compensation above $100,000; check individual listings for salary details.
Where can I find Chief Enterprise Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Ladders features vetted professional job listings paying $100,000 or more. Search its current listings for Chief Enterprise Architect opportunities and review each posting for compensation and work arrangement.