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.
$129K - $179K *
Join us to develop and maintain enterprise architecture standards, design integrated technology solutions, and lead technical sessions while ensuring compliance with security and operational requireme...
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Director - Enterprise Architecture (Integrations)
$135K - $160K *
Innovate scalable discovery methodologies for M&A integrations, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate findings into actionable designs a...
Yesterday
Director - Enterprise Architecture (Integrations)
$150K - $180K *
Build a scalable discovery methodology for integrating acquired agencies, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop integration designs and su...
Yesterday
Epic ECSA Certified Cloud Architect
$115K - $218K *
Elevate healthcare cloud solutions by architecting, migrating, and managing Epic applications to enhance performance and compliance while leading innovative projects and teams...
Reposted 1 month ago
Epic ECSA Certified Cloud Architect
$115K - $218K *
Join a team that designs innovative cloud solutions for healthcare. Lead migrations of Epic systems to cloud platforms, ensuring security and performance while collaborating with IT and healthcare exp...
1 month ago
Sr. Enterprise Solutions Architect- DOC OCIO
$150K - $180K *
Transform enterprise architecture by leading modernization strategies, cloud adoption, and integration across diverse platforms. Drive scalable, secure solutions that align with mission and operationa...
3 days ago
Principal AI Solutions Architect
$135K - $238K *
Build innovative AI solutions that enhance customer experiences through strategic architecture, hands-on development, and technical consulting, while leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptio...
Reposted 1 week ago
Capture Solutions Architect Director
$150K - $180K *
Engage in innovative solution development for government proposals, translating complex requirements into winning strategies. Collaborate with teams to drive technical excellence and influence custome...
Yesterday
Systems Engineer-TS/SCI with Poly
$131K - $290K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of complex systems. Your expertise will drive the design, development, and integration of high-quality hardware/software systems, ensuring performance, reliabilit...
Yesterday
Senior Manager, Cloud Engineering Governance - FedRAMP
$130K - $160K *
Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Software Engineering Lead - Enterprise Application Modernization
$250K *
Champion engineering excellence by leading software development teams, establishing standards, and driving quality across enterprise applications for government initiatives. Mentor leads, resolve tech...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer, Enterprise Context Layer, Agentic Data Cloud
$174K - $252K *
Accelerate the development of innovative AI solutions by collaborating with key clients to design, deploy, and optimize advanced AI agents, ensuring alignment with customer needs and business objectiv...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the development and enforcement of enterprise architecture to align IT decisions with business strategy, guiding a team of 100 in a dynamic environment focused on TOGAF, Zachman, or ArchiMate fra...
2 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive the development and maintenance of RPA and BPM infrastructure, ensuring secure data transmission and compliance with IT guidelines. Collaborate with teams to establish capabilities from developm...
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Principal Network Engineer (Gap Analysis- CCIE))
$130K - $155K *
Elevate enterprise network resilience by assessing architecture, security, and redundancy. This principal role demands deep Cisco expertise and leadership to identify gaps, document findings, and deve...
2 days ago
$130K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to design secure IT solutions for the Marine Corps, leveraging your expertise in SAFe and vendor technologies. You will integrate systems and guide technical roadmaps, ensuring com...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of Marine Corps IT by bridging critical requirements and innovative architectural solutions. Drive the integration of cutting-edge systems within a collaborative...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $150K *
Advance innovative IT solutions within complex military systems, leveraging your expertise in SAFe and enterprise architecture. Drive secure, integrated design that aligns technical solutions with str...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading NGAME™ initiatives, guiding methodologies, and engaging with senior stakeholders to ensure mission alignment and scalability in complex systems e...
1 week ago
Security Engineering Team Lead
$150K - $225K *
Lead the charge in security engineering by guiding a team to build robust platforms, set technical direction, and enhance cloud security architecture while collaborating closely with operations to ens...
5 days ago
Security Engineering Team Lead
$150K - $225K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Security Engineering team. Drive technical direction, own security architecture, and collaborate closely with operations to build robust security platforms and...
5 days ago
$200K - $240K *
Champion the evolution of advanced Integrated Fires Command and Control capabilities. Lead multi-system architecture ensuring interoperability, security, and scalability while collaborating across tea...
3 weeks ago
$145K - $175K *
Transform your career by leading the design and integration of defense command and control capabilities. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless interoperability and security in complex systems wi...
3 weeks ago
$145K - $175K *
Lead the charge in designing and integrating complex systems to ensure seamless interoperability and security across diverse platforms while driving alignment with organizational goals and technical r...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform enterprise IT landscapes by leading innovative architecture projects, optimizing infrastructures, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with executives to align technology strategies with busines...
2 weeks ago
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.