Must Have Skills/Attributes: Business Analysis, Implementation, Problem Management, Strategist
Job Description
***Only qualified Chief Enterprise Technology Architect candidates located near the Atlanta, GA area to be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence***
Education: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred
Qualifications: • 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a focus on government or transportation sectors • Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization • Proven track record of leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives • Experience with cloud technologies, data analytics, and emerging technologies such as AI and IoT • Knowledge of transportation systems and smart city concepts is a plus • Demonstrated ability to align technology initiatives with organizational missions and goals • Experience in positioning IT as a strategic enabler in large organizations
As the Chief Enterprise Technology Architect at IT, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology landscape. You will lead the evolution and implementation of a comprehensive enterprise architecture that aligns with strategic goals and enables efficient, effective, and innovative transportation solutions. Your work will directly support mission by leveraging technology to enhance safety, sustainability, and mobility across transportation system. This position will report directly to the Chief Information Officer.
Duties: • Plans and schedules team resources, status reporting and completion of required documentation for team assignment and projects. • Analyzes and develops work or project plans for team assignments. • Analyzes and implements solutions. • Supervises subordinates.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership • Develop and maintain a forward-thinking enterprise architecture strategy that supports mission and objectives • Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT initiatives with business goals and transportation needs • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the IT division • Ensure that all architectural decisions and initiatives contribute to strategic goals of safety, system preservation, project delivery, mobility, and employee development • Support and Shepherd the IT division in its role as a critical enabler of mission, identifying opportunities to leverage technology for transformative impact
Stakeholder Engagement • Gather requirements and insights from diverse stakeholders, including leadership, customers, and frontline staff • Facilitate collaborative decision-making processes to ensure all voices are heard and considered in architectural decisions • Build strong relationships with internal and external partners to drive technology adoption and success • Engage with transportation experts to understand how technology can best support mission of innovation, safety, sustainability, and mobility • Act as a bridge between IT and other divisions, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with operational needs
Collaborative Standards Development and Implementation • Facilitate the co-creation of enterprise architecture standards and best practices through inclusive, cross-functional workshops and working groups • Foster a culture of shared ownership in architectural standards by involving stakeholders from various departments in the development process • Guide the establishment of flexible governance processes that encourage adherence to standards while allowing for innovation and agility • Lead regular, collaborative reviews of standards to ensure they evolve with emerging technologies and changing business needs • Ensure that architectural standards align with and support goals, particularly in streamlining processes and improving access for small businesses • Develop and implement strategies to communicate the value and benefits of standards across the organization, encouraging voluntary adoption
Research and Innovation Initiatives • Spearhead research initiatives to explore emerging technologies and their potential applications • Organize and facilitate proof-of-concept (POC) projects to test innovative solutions in real-world scenarios • Lead hackathons and innovation challenges that bring together diverse teams to solve complex transportation problems • Establish partnerships with academic institutions, research centers, and industry leaders to stay at the forefront of technological advancements • Create and maintain an innovation lab or sandbox environment where teams can experiment with new technologies and approaches • Develop a framework for evaluating and scaling successful POCs and hackathon outcomes into enterprise-wide solutions • Foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation across the IT division and broader organization
Solution Architecture Support • Mentor and guide Solutions Architects, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed • Collaborate with Solutions Architects to align their work with the broader enterprise architecture vision • Facilitate knowledge transfer and cross-pollination of ideas between different architectural teams • Ensure that solution architectures contribute to goals of project delivery and mobility enhancement.
Technology Enablement • Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical capabilities of IT staff • Identify emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact on operations • Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to test and validate new technologies before broader adoption • Focus on technologies that can enhance safety, sustainability, and mobility in transportation system • Champion the role of IT as a strategic enabler, demonstrating how technology drives mission forward
Communication and Change Management • Articulate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences • Develop and execute change management strategies to support the adoption of new architectural approaches • Create and maintain documentation to support the understanding and implementation of enterprise architecture principles • Communicate how architectural initiatives support vision of increasing competitiveness through transportation leadership • Promote the value of IT initiatives in enabling mission across the organization
Additional Details:
Local candidates only as the selected candidate will be expected to be onsite via a hybrid schedule. While the intent may be a long-term tenure, this position is subject to annual budget restrictions. The initial contract is through the end of this fiscal year and is anticipated to be renewed July 1st.
**Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
**Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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