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Chief Enterprise Architect (CEA) Jobs

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.

What Does a Chief Enterprise Architect Do?

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.

Qualifications and Skills

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.

Chief Enterprise Architect Salary and Opportunities

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.

How to Find a Chief Enterprise Architect Role

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.

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Enterprise Security Architect

$130K - $155K *

Drive scalable security solutions and architectural designs aligned with business needs. Lead stakeholder engagements, oversee integration of technologies, and strategize for modernization initiatives...

Raleigh, NC (Wake County)In-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Enterprise Security Architect

$135K - $160K *

Champion cutting-edge security solutions through strategic architecture, partnering with clients to navigate complex challenges and modernize enterprise operations while ensuring compliance with indus...

Richardson, TX (Dallas County)In-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Director of Enterprise Architecture and Applications

$200K - $260K *

Shape the technology strategy by leading enterprise architecture and applications. Translate business needs to architecture and governance while modernizing the portfolio. Drive collaboration across t...

Mclean, VA (Fairfax County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

Solution Architect (Data Governance & Data Engineering), Federal

$120K - $145K *

Innovate at the forefront of data governance and engineering, partnering with Federal clients to drive technical success, shape product evolution, and build strategic solutions that enhance compliance...

Tampa, FL (Hillsborough County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security by conducting thorough assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations to improve client cloud environments and compli...

California City, CA (Kern County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Lead Data Architect (Palantir Lead Architect)

$109K - $197K *

Transform your career by leveraging your expertise in data engineering to drive innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows and enhance performance using c...

Chicago, IL (Cook County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Enterprise Data Architect, Microsoft Fabric

$130K - $155K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by leading Microsoft Fabric initiatives, optimizing data strategies, and enabling robust solutions that drive analytics, AI, and seamless integration across glob...

Charlotte, NC (Mecklenburg County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security by conducting thorough assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations to improve client cloud environments and compli...

Tennessee Ridge, TN (Houston County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$135K - $160K *

Optimize cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...

Pennsylvania Furnace, PA (Centre County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Cyber Security Architect, Director

$130K - $155K *

Transform cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with in...

Virginia Beach, VA (Virginia Beach City County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud security assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cloud security posture and ensure complian...

Michigan Center, MI (Jackson County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$125K - $150K *

Empower cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with indu...

Texas City, TX (Galveston County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$135K - $160K *

Drive cloud security excellence by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance...

Maryland Line, MD (Baltimore County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$130K - $155K *

Elevate cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with indu...

Lorida, FL (Highlands County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by conducting cloud security assessments and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with industry stand...

Illinois City, IL (Rock Island County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud security assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance acr...

Arizona City, AZ (Pinal County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$130K - $155K *

Champion cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...

Delaware City, DE (New Castle County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Cyber Security Architect, Director

$130K - $155K *

Drive cloud security excellence by assessing configurations, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure complianc...

Colorado Springs, CO (El Paso County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with in...

Washington, DC (District Of Columbia County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Cyber Security Architect, Director

$150K - $180K *

Drive cloud security excellence by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance...

New York, NY (New York County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Systems Architect

$150K - $180K *

Transform revenue operations by managing and enhancing our AI-powered Salesforce environment. Spearhead automation, integration, and data pipeline initiatives while collaborating with engineering team...

San Francisco, CA (San Francisco County)In-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Enterprise Solution & Business Architect

$108K - $140K *

Lead the charge in transforming business strategies into actionable solutions by collaborating with stakeholders across Life and P&C. Drive architecture design, evaluate solutions, and ensure alignmen...

Pekin, IL (Tazewell County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Space Network Systems Architect

$129K - $193K *

Champion innovative network architectures for space systems, leading multi-disciplinary teams to develop and analyze advanced communication technologies, ensuring mission success through cutting-edge...

El Segundo, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Enterprise Architect

$125K - $150K *

Transform the digital landscape by driving enterprise architecture and systems integration, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making in the PAE Fires domain. Collaborate closely with users...

Huntsville, AL (Madison County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Solutions Architect

$150K - $180K *

Redefine customer solutions through your technical expertise in system design, engaging closely with sales and engineering teams to deliver exceptional results and drive innovative technologies that a...

Santa Clara, CA (Santa Clara County)In-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Enterprise Architect?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.