Chief Enterprise Architect

About the Role:

The Chief Enterprise Architect will lead enterprise architecture strategy across cloud computing, data, integration, digital transformation, and DevSecOps. This role is responsible for designing and implementing scalable, secure, and resilient technology architectures that support business objectives, optimize IT investments, and drive innovation.

The Chief Enterprise Architect will collaborate with key stakeholders across business operations, IT, security, data, and engineering teams to define enterprise-wide standards, ensure seamless system integration, and adopt emerging technologies. This position requires deep expertise in cloud platforms , data architectures, API-driven ecosystems, event-driven architectures, automation, security, and enterprise governance.

Key Responsibilities:

Enterprise Architecture & Strategy:

• Develop and execute the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy and industry best practices.

• Establish and govern architecture frameworks, technology standards, and best practices across cloud, security, data, integration, and AI.

• Provide strategic guidance on technology modernization, application rationalization, and digital transformation initiatives.

• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies (AI, ML) to enhance business capabilities and competitive advantage.

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives and IT leaders, shaping the organization’s technology transformation journey.

Cloud & DevSecOps Architecture:

• Lead cloud adoption and optimization strategies, architecting scalable, resilient, and cost-effective multi-cloud and hybrid-cloud environments.

• Define cloud reference architectures and best practices for serverless, containerized, and microservices-based applications.

• Implement DevSecOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS), and cloud security.

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, NIST) and drive cloud security, IAM, and risk management initiatives.

Enterprise Integration & API Strategy:

• Define API-first, event-driven architectures for seamless connectivity across enterprise systems.

• Architect enterprise service mesh, microservices, and API management platforms to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performance integrations.

• Enable interoperability between core enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, financial systems, risk & compliance solutions, third-party ecosystems, and SaaS platforms).

Data & AI Architecture:

• Develop and implement enterprise data strategies, ensuring robust data governance, master data management (MDM), and metadata management.

• Architect and optimize data lakes, data warehouses, real-time data processing frameworks (Kafka, Spark, Snowflake, Databricks, Delta Lake), and AI-driven analytics platforms.

• Define AI/ML architectures to enable intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and data-driven decision-making.

• Ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).

Security & Compliance Architecture:

• Establish enterprise security architecture frameworks, ensuring alignment with zero-trust principles, IAM, and cybersecurity best practices.

• Collaborate with the CISO and security teams to implement security-by-design principles across all architecture domains.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, financial and industry-specific regulations).

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Act as a thought leader in enterprise architecture, influencing strategic IT investments and driving transformation initiatives.

• Work closely with engineering, data, security, and business teams to ensure successful execution of enterprise architecture strategies.

• Mentor and develop internal teams, fostering a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous learning.

• Establish strong partnerships with business leaders, technology vendors, and third-party partners to accelerate technology adoption.

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, data architecture, cloud computing, and integration strategies.

• Experience in large-scale IT modernization , Data transformation initiatives.

Technical Skills:

• Cloud computing expertise , including hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.

• Strong knowledge of DevSecOps (CI/CD, Terraform, Kubernetes, Azure DevOps, GitOps).

• Expertise in data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, Azure Synapse, BigQuery, Redshift).

• Proficiency in API management, microservices, event-driven architectures, and enterprise integration platforms.

• Deep understanding of cybersecurity, IAM, and compliance frameworks.

• Familiarity with AI/ML and its application in business processes (fraud detection, predictive analytics, automation, risk modeling).

Soft Skills:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to bridge business and technology objectives.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing at all levels.

• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

• Problem-solving mindset, with a passion for emerging technology and continuous improvement.

Must Have Certifications:

• Enterprise Architecture: TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent.

• Cloud Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect.

• Security Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.

• AI/ML Certifications: Microsoft AI Engineer, AWS Machine Learning Specialty, Google TensorFlow.

What if I don't meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture 

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.

• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.  

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.  

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