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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$145K - $175K *

Drive the enterprise security architecture strategy, ensuring the protection of systems and data while addressing security best practices across cloud and on-prem environments. Collaborate with leader...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering and cybersecurity. Lead complex technical programs, manage Agile processes, and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance defense initiativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join our team to enhance missile defense systems through advanced engineering, integrating cutting-edge technologies and collaborating on multi-national projects to ensure effective command and contro...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Engage as a System Engineer to analyze requirements, design systems, and develop documentation for effective integration and compliance in operational environments, ensuring the delivery of high-quali...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming businesses through innovative technology solutions. Collaborate with clients to implement strategic initiatives across various domains, leveraging your expertise in clo...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $197K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise technology to support critical national security missions. You'll deploy, integrate, and optimize ArcGIS environments, tackling complex challenges while collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-impact cyber risk advisory engagements, guiding clients in translating complex risk and regulatory challenges into actionable strategies and outcomes, while fostering long-term partnerships...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by advising executives on cyber risk strategies, translating complex regulatory and technology challenges into actionable plans. Lead high-impact engagements, mentor teams, and dri...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cloud solutions by leading systems engineering, optimizing AWS integrations, and implementing CI/CD processes to enhance infrastructure efficiency and scalabi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth by cultivating partnerships and expanding contract opportunities within government and commercial sectors while leading business development initiatives and ensuring alignment w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex security challenges. As a trusted advisor, you'll collaborate with Sales and customers to design solutions, deliver impactful demonstrations, and connec...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $230K *

Lead technical discovery and solution design to empower customers in addressing complex security and risk challenges. Collaborate with Sales and stakeholders to deliver impactful demonstrations and va...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $230K *

Innovate solutions by partnering with Sales to address complex security challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor, leading technical discovery and customer validation while translating technical capabili...

Orlando, FLRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a specialized operations support team, enhancing efficiency and service delivery while providing exceptional leadership and customer service across projects to drive organi...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in architecting and overseeing a robust ServiceNow platform, ensuring compliance with technical standards and governance while driving improvements across multiple teams and workstream...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing a large, complex IT program for the U.S. Air Force, ensuring successful delivery of integrated solutions, overseeing a team of 70 specialists, and driving technical executi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead and enhance a complex IT program delivering innovative solutions across global sites, driving integration, program execution, and customer engagement while leading a talented team of ~70 professi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $223K *

Drive innovation in healthcare by leading Epic integration strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data flow and optimize workflows, transforming healthcare delivery thr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $100K *

Lead cloud deployment projects, collaborating with global teams to drive digital transformation. Oversee planning, execution, and quality assurance while managing resources, budgets, and risks to ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate customer growth by leading strategic sales initiatives, managing the full sales cycle, and building trusted relationships with C-level executives to deliver integrated technology solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic sales initiatives, driving account growth, and fostering relationships with C-level executives. Leverage your expertise in modern infrastructure and cloud solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a sales leader, driving growth and customer success through strategic account management and innovative solutions in modern infrastructure, cloud, and security services. Your ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive growth by managing strategic accounts, expanding customer relationships, and leading consultative sales across modern infrastructure, cloud, and security solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Engage with clients to drive sales of advanced technology solutions, nurturing relationships and collaborating with teams to meet targets while demonstrating industry expertise and providing strategic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $230K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing secure cloud networks in classified environments. Collaborate with teams to implement hybrid solutions, ensuring compliance with DoD security standards while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.