The Enterprise Architect is a recognized master in their professional discipline that is responsible for the development of infrastructure of Purdue University’s platform. This position will conduct needs analyses, recommend solutions and proof of concept, and design, develop, and implement solutions to ensure the platforms meet University’s needs. You will designs processes, documents essential IT procedures, tracks project progress, and maintains a security focus, as well as collaborate with other internal and external teams, units, agencies, and vendors. You will be understanding, advocating, and supporting the enterprise’s business and IT strategies. Develop strategies required to migrate from existing technologies to target infrastructures.

You will need mastery level knowledge, lead the development of an implementation plan for the EA, based on business requirements and IT strategies; overseeing EA implementation, ongoing EA refinement activities, and the documentation of all EA design and analysis work. You will be consulting with program/project teams to fit solutions to architecture across all viewpoints. You will be defining organizational requirements for the resources, structures and cultural changes necessary to support the EA. This position will be promoting the EA process, outcomes and results to the organization, including the enterprise's IT and business leaders; this includes assessing (through appropriate metrics) and communicating the achievement and impact of the EA, as well as leading the development and execution of an EA communication and education plan.

This is a hybrid position where you will work mostly remote and periodically onsite at the Purdue University campus.

Education and Experience Needed

• Bachelor degree in business management, computer science, engineering, computer engineering, systems analysis, or closely related field.
• Minimum eight (8) – (9) years of experience; experience working with and using big data; knowledge of architectural frameworks and methodologies
• Understanding of IT Service Management, Monitoring Solutions, Data/Solution Solutions, Cybersecurity Operations & Compliance, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery, Identity, and Access Management

Preferred:

• Azure, CISSP, Agile, PMP, ITIL, SCRUM or other Federal IT relevant certifications

Skills Needed:

• Ability to:
  • diagnose problems quickly
  • solve problems effectively
  • create a secure platform
• Experience with machine learning
• Proven knowledge of system architecture
• Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework (FEAF)
• Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)
• Subject matter expertise in Oracle and Microsoft SQL.
• Understanding of FISMA, FedRamp, ATOs
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation and negotiation
• Excellent:
  • written and verbal communication skills
  • analytical skills
  • planning and organizational skills
• Knowledge of all components of a holistic EA
• Familiarity with basic graphical modeling approaches

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Immediate Defined Contribution
• Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days