Director of Enterprise Architecture
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Job Summary
Director of Enterprise Architecture
Belgium
About the Role
We are seeking a Director of Enterprise Architecture (EA) to define govern and drive the enterprise architecture strategy across our clients organization. This role ensures that business strategy digital transformation initiatives and technology investments are aligned scalable secure and compliant with Belgian and EU regulations.
As a senior leader you will work closely with executive stakeholders business leaders IT management and external partners to shape the long-term technology vision and guide complex transformation programs.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Leadership
Define and maintain the Enterprise Architecture vision principles standards and roadmap
Align enterprise architecture with corporate strategy business goals and EU regulatory requirements
Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on technology and digital transformation decisions
Lead mentor and develop a team of enterprise solution and domain architects
Architecture Governance
Establish and chair architecture governance forums and review boards
Ensure consistent application of architecture standards across business units and projects
Oversee architectural decisions related to cloud data applications integration and infrastructure
Manage technology lifecycle rationalization and technical debt reduction
Transformation & Delivery
Support large-scale transformation initiatives (e.g. cloud adoption ERP modernization data platforms cybersecurity)
Ensure architecture supports scalability interoperability resilience and sustainability
Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure architecture is actionable and pragmatic
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Partner with business IT security and compliance teams
Engage with external vendors and system integrators
Contribute to sourcing decisions and contract evaluations
Compliance & Risk
Ensure compliance with GDPR NIS2 and other relevant Belgian and EU regulations
Embed security privacy and risk management principles into architectural designs
Required Qualifications
Education
Masters degree in Computer Science Engineering Information Systems or equivalent experience
Experience
10 years of experience in IT or digital roles including significant experience in enterprise architecture
Proven leadership experience managing senior architects or cross-functional teams
Strong background in large complex enterprise environments (private sector public sector or EU institutions)
Technical & Professional Skills
Deep understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF Zachmate ArchiMate)
Strong knowledge of:
Cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP)
Application and integration architectures
Data and analytics architectures
Cybersecurity and identity management
Experience with architecture governance and portfolio management
Excellent communication skills able to translate technical concepts into business value
Languages
English and Dutch/French: fluent (required)
Soft Skills
Strategic thinker with strong decision-making abilities
Influential leader with strong stakeholder management skills
Pragmatic results-oriented and comfortable navigating complexity
Strong coaching and mentoring mindset
What We Offer
Competitive executive-level compensation package
Flexible working arrangements (hybrid/remote options)
Opportunity to shape enterprise-wide transformation initiatives
International and multicultural working environment
Continuous learning and professional development
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
