Enterprise Architect- Data

Kforce has an exciting opportunity for an Enterprise Architect specializing in Data in Downtown Houston, TX. This role is onsite 4 days/week with ability to work remote on Fridays if project allows. Summary: The Enterprise Architect is responsible for defining the enterprise architecture vision, guiding principles, standards, target reference architecture models, and the enterprise technology roadmap. This role connects business and technology architecture by creating and maintaining technical capability maps. Essential Functions: • Assess current IT systems and services, research new technologies, and create IT architecture blueprints to help the business and IT achieve their desired outcomes • Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework that incorporates cloud solutions, applications, data, and security, with an emphasis on the insurance business processes • Lead architectural reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, governance standards, and enterprise policies • Maintain high-level reference models including the functional architecture, conceptual data architecture, application architecture and the infrastructure strategy • Establish and execute architecture management processes including the governance structure (e.g. Architecture Review Board) and processes • Influence common modeling, design, and coding practices • Identify areas for improvement in the current systems architecture such as areas of redundancy and develop comprehensive plans to incorporate suggestions into the technology roadmap • Serve as a bridge between Domain, Platform, and Solution Architects to ensure all parties are well versed in the defined enterprise architecture strategy, standards, policies, guidelines, and design principles Requirements: • Requires a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Engineering from an accredited college or university • Must be certified in TOGAF standards and approach with hands-on experience • Minimum of 12 years of experience in IT, with at least 7 years in an enterprise architecture role • Experience with Enterprise Architecture tools (e.g., LeanIX, iServer, etc.) • Must have extensive expertise in enterprise architecture best practices, guiding principles, governance and standards • Must be familiar with cloud platforms and aware of strengths and weaknesses of different cloud solution designs • Must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate across multiple functions (e.g., data, infrastructure, security, applications, etc.) • Must be able to work closely with multiple stakeholders from SVP level down across various business platforms • Ability to evaluate current situation, foresee obstacles and recommend solutions to move forward with migration a must The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP. Remote Skills: Applications Security, Architectural Services, Best Practices, Blueprints, Business Architecture, Business Processes, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Enterprise Architecture, Information Architecture, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Insurance, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Problem Solving Skills, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Standards Strategy, System Architecture, Systems Analysis, TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, Technical Research, Technical Support About the Company: Kforce Inc. Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise. Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®. Company Size: 1,000 to 1,499 employees Industry: Financial Services Founded: 1962 Website: Apply tot his job