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.
Solutions Architect - Security & Identity
$135K - $236K *
Join a team that's redefining solution architecture by designing innovative, scalable systems across diverse technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with enterprise s...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $234K *
Join our dynamic Integrated Intelligence team to develop and implement acquisition strategies that enhance national security through cutting-edge technologies and collaboration with government partner...
Reposted 1 week ago
Principal Security Architect - TeraWave
$169K - $237K *
Take ownership of cybersecurity architecture for a revolutionary satellite communications network. Design and enforce security measures across systems, ensuring robust protection against threats while...
1 week ago
Principal Security Architect - TeraWave
$169K - $237K *
Pioneer cybersecurity solutions for a revolutionary satellite network. Design and enforce robust security architectures, ensuring data integrity and protection against threats across all system compon...
1 week ago
$182K - $338K *
Join a dynamic team to design and oversee complex system architectures, ensuring mission requirements translate into effective solutions. Lead technical discussions and support design reviews while st...
2 weeks ago
$228K - $423K *
Lead the charge in defining and developing cutting-edge architectures for multi-domain networking and space systems, ensuring innovative solutions that meet mission requirements and enhance data proce...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $166K *
Drive project success by managing multiple complex initiatives, optimizing processes, and performing in-depth financial analysis. Collaborate with teams to enhance telecom expense management and ensur...
2 weeks ago
Manager, IT Project Management
$88K - $105K *
Drive excellence by leading IT project management initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration across technology projects...
1 week ago
Manager, IT Project Management
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in optimizing IT project management practices, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Collaborate with diverse sta...
2 weeks ago
GE EITL, Executive Partner, AI
$160K - $194K *
Empower member success by managing relationships, delivering tailored solutions, and driving growth through strategic engagement and innovative service delivery in a dynamic IT environment...
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Principal Mission Architect Engineer/Senior Principal Mission Architect Engineer
$103K - $193K *
Help us shape the future of space operations by leading the development of innovative modeling and simulation tools. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver effective training solutions t...
4 weeks ago
$200K - $240K *
Lead a dynamic team in providing Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory services for complex space systems, ensuring mission success through effective oversight, requirement management, and lifecy...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead a dynamic team in providing systems engineering and technical advisory services for advanced space and ground architectures, ensuring mission success through effective oversight and integration o...
1 week ago
Google Cloud & Gemini Enterprise Administrator
$110K - $130K *
Champion the administration of Google Cloud and Gemini Enterprise environments, ensuring secure, scalable configurations. Collaborate with IT and business teams to optimize cloud services and support...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Staff Systems Architect – System-of-Systems
$192K - $289K *
Drive the architecture of complex, cloud-enabled systems, ensuring interoperability and alignment with mission needs. Lead cross-project technical alignment and guide teams in developing innovative so...
Reposted 1 week ago
Systems Architect - Gaming & Emerging Technologies Integrator
$140K - $171K *
Lead the charge in shaping innovative systems architecture for advanced training technologies. Collaborate with industry and academia to integrate cutting-edge solutions into the U.S. Army's future tr...
1 week ago
Chief Systems Engineer Architect Lead
$135K - $160K *
Transform enterprise systems engineering with innovative cloud solutions. Lead technical initiatives for large-scale government networks, guiding multidisciplinary teams in optimizing cybersecurity an...
3 weeks ago
AVP, AI Enterprise Architecture
$133K - $274K *
Lead the charge in defining and advancing enterprise AI architecture strategies. Drive seamless integration of AI capabilities across business domains, ensuring alignment with organizational goals whi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Federal Senior Principal Engineer, Solutions Architecture - SOCOM
$135K - $160K *
Advance your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative enterprise solutions. Engage with a variety of technologies while supporting mission-critical systems. Drive customer suc...
Reposted 4 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Elevate enterprise cloud security by designing and implementing robust AWS architecture. The role demands extensive experience in cloud security, focusing on IAM, compliance, and integrating security...
4 weeks ago
AVP, AI Enterprise Architecture
$133K - $274K *
Innovate AI architecture strategy to enhance enterprise capabilities, ensuring scalable, secure deployment. Collaborate across teams to integrate AI responsibly, driving value and aligning strategies...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
AVP, AI Enterprise Architecture
$133K - $274K *
Partner with stakeholders to optimize AI architecture strategy, ensuring scalable, secure applications that deliver business value and align with enterprise goals. Lead governance and design initiativ...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform architectural design for hyperscale data centers, ensuring code compliance and life safety across diverse markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative, buildable solutions f...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Engage as a senior technical leader to drive innovation, advance solution development, and support project delivery while fostering automation efforts, ensuring competitiveness in emerging technologie...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $190K *
Drive enterprise metadata governance and management initiatives, enhancing data discoverability, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish standards and support automated sol...
1 week 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.