Enterprise Architect

W2 Only

VISA : USCL2EADH4EAD

This position is only for W2 Candidates

Local Candidates Only

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

• Develop and maintain a forwardthinking enterprise architecture strategy that supports GDOTs mission and objectives
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT initiatives with business goals and transportation needs
• Lead and mentor a team of Enterprise Architects specializing in Security Data Applications and Infrastructure domains
• Oversee and guide Solutions Architects across various subdepartments
• Foster a culture of innovation continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the Enterprise Architecture team and across the IT division
• Ensure that all architectural decisions and initiatives contribute to GDOTs strategic goals of safety system preservation project deliverymobility and employee development
• Support and Shepherd the IT division in its role as a critical enabler of GDOTs mission identifying opportunities to leverage technology for transformative impact

2. Team Leadership and Development

• Build manage and develop a highperforming team of Enterprise Architects across various domains
• Guide and manage the various Solution Architects throughout the organization
• Establish clear roles responsibilities and performance expectations for team members
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to grow architectural capabilities
• Foster collaboration between the Enterprise Architecture team and other IT and business units
• Implement a holistic approach that addresses People Process Technology and Culture dimensions of change
• Partner closely with PMO to drive and support change management for both internal and external customers
• Recommend and oversee organizational structures such as Communities of Practice Centers of Excellence Guilds Change Control Boards and Architectural Review Boards
• Design and implement collaborative structures that create alignment and foster innovation across IT departments

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Gather requirements and insights from diverse stakeholders including leadership customers and frontline staff
• Facilitate collaborative decisionmaking 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 GDOTs mission of innovation safety sustainability and mobility
• Act as a bridge between IT and other GDOT divisions ensuring technology solutions are aligned with operational needs

4. Collaborative Standards Development and Governance

• Facilitate the cocreation of enterprise architecture standards and best practices through inclusive crossfunctional workshops and working groups
• Foster a culture of shared ownership in architectural standards by involving stakeholders from various departments in the development process
• Establish and chair Architectural Review Boards as needed to govern technology decisions and ensure alignment with enterprise standards
• Design and implement effective Change Control processes that balance governance with agility
• Lead and oversee Communities of Practice Centers of Excellence and Guilds to promote knowledge sharing and standardization
• 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 GDOTs 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

5. Research and Innovation Initiatives

• Spearhead research initiatives to explore emerging technologies and their potential applications within GDOT
• Organize and facilitate proofofconcept (POC) projects to test innovative solutions in realworld 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 enterprisewide solutions
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation across the IT division and broader GDOT organization

6. 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 crosspollination of ideas between different architectural teams
• Ensure that solution architectures contribute to GDOTs goals of project delivery and mobility enhancement

7. Technology Enablement

• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical capabilities of GDOT IT staff
• Identify emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact on GDOTs operations
• Lead proofofconcept initiatives to test and validate new technologies before broader adoption
• Focus on technologies that can enhance safety sustainability and mobility in Georgias transportation system
• Champion the role of IT as a strategic enabler demonstrating how technology drives GDOTs mission forward

8. Communication and Change Management

• Articulate complex architectural concepts to both technical and nontechnical 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 GDOTs vision of increasing Georgias competitiveness through transportation leadership
• Promote the value of IT initiatives in enabling GDOTs mission across the organization
• Partner closely with PMO to implement effective change management practices that address both technical and human aspects of transformation

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or related field; Masters degree preferred (or equivalent experience as an Enterprise Architect or Chief Enterprise Architect)
• 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture with a focus on government or transportation sectors a plus;
• Proven experience leading teams of architects and technical professionals

Experience establishing and managing organizational structures such as Communities of Practice Centers of Excellence and Architectural Review Boards

• Demonstrated background in addressing People Process Technology and Culture dimensions of organizational change

Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF Zachman)

• Experience guiding and managing Solution Architects across different business domains
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization
• Proven track record of leading largescale 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
• Strong partnership capabilities particularly in collaborating with PMO to support change initiatives

Skill

Required / Desired

Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF Zachman)

Required

10 years of experience in enterprise architecture with a focus on government or transportation sectors

Highly desired

Experience with cloud technologies data analytics and emerging technologies such as AI and IoT

Highly desired