Our State Government Practice Group (SGPG) is seeking an experienced IT Enterprise Architect to lead and support enterprise architecture initiatives for our clients. This role will assist in designing, implementing, and optimizing technology solutions that align IT capabilities with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Enterprise Architecture and related disciplines, including familiarity with relevant standards and frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, CMMI, ISO, and ArchiMate). You will assist future state government clients with:

• Developing and documenting target state architectures and transition plans for major business transformation initiatives.
• Assessing their current and desired IT architecture management maturity and developing/implementing multiyear plans to incrementally close their maturity gaps.
• Conducting architecture assessments (including assessing infrastructure, IT management models, and processes) and providing detailed recommendations for improvement, including implementation plans/roadmaps.
• Conducting business process mapping and analysis to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and alignment with technology solutions.
• Collaborating with business and IT leaders to help ensure technology investments support enterprise goals and deliver measurable value.
• Facilitating architecture review boards, presenting proposed solutions, and building consensus among technical and business stakeholders.
• Managing technology selection and implementation projects to help ensure adherence to architectural principles, standards, and policies.
• Designing and overseeing the implementation of cloud architectures, helping ensure integration, scalability, and security across cloud platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, and Office 365).

You will bring a mix of exceptional organizational and self-management qualities, strong leadership capabilities, effective written and verbal communication skills, and a willingness to travel. The candidate filling this position can be located remotely, anywhere in the United States, or can be located in any one of our physical offices.

You should have experience managing technical teams and efforts to implement large-scale technology solutions. The candidate filling this position must be able to work within Guam Chamorro Standard Time and is expected to work on-site at the client location for at least 8 weeks out of the year, for two-week durations for each trip.

Travel Expectations: Approximately 50% travel to client sites is anticipated to support future projects.

As an IT Enterprise Architect Consultant for our current and future state government IT department client projects, you will:

• Lead and support the delivery of services to clients on time, within scope, and within budget, including assigning and managing staff and creating work products.
• Serve as project manager and/or lead client projects across the country, supporting client work and deepening team knowledge.
• Develop project deliverables for clients.
• Lead the development and execution of enterprise architecture strategies, frameworks, and roadmaps that support organizational transformation and modernization.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams, helping ensure best practices in architecture, design, and implementation.
• Stay current with emerging technology trends and evaluate their potential impact on client environments.
• Support business development activities, including proposal development, client presentations, and thought leadership.
• Communicate project and delivery status to our clients, team members, and other stakeholders, including the facilitation of client meetings.
• Work with BerryDunn contractors to help ensure their proper delivery of project deliverables.

As an SGPG team member, you will:

• In partnership with our internal team, support business development and opportunity management activities to respond to state government IT department opportunities.
• Participate in marketing and business development activities, including writing blog posts and participating in prospective client business development meetings.

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, IT strategy, or related roles.
• Experience successfully leading large-scale IT transformation projects, including cloud migrations and process reengineering (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, and Office 365).
• Deep knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman), cloud architecture best practices, and business process mapping methodologies.
• Relevant Enterprise Architecture framework certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, ServiceNow Certified System Administrator, and Salesforce Architect) are a plus.
• Familiarity with IT governance, risk management, and compliance standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST, and ISO).
• Experience facilitating meetings and public speaking with large groups in person as well as in a virtual environment.
• Ability to balance multiple assignments and achieve quality results in a timely manner.
• Willingness to work in a small team setting, often developing deliverables for managerial review on your own.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and logical reasoning skills.
• Ability to build and sustain positive working relationships with diverse teams across multiple time zones.
• Ability to draft client-facing reports/communications in a professional/constructive manner.
• Strong business and technical writing skills (samples might be required).

The base salary range targeted for this role is $125,000–$150,000. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications in excess of the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please contact careers@berrydunn.com to request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm. 

BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.

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