Infojini Consulting
Chief Enterprise Technology Architect
Infojini Consulting, Atlanta, GA
Position Overview
As the Chief Enterprise Technology Architect at client, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology landscape. You will lead the evolution and implementation of a comprehensive enterprise architecture that aligns with strategic goals and enables efficient, effective, and innovative transportation solutions. Your work will directly support mission by leveraging technology to enhance safety, sustainability, and mobility across Georgia's transportation system. This position will report directly to the Chief Information Officer.
Local candidates only as the selected candidate will be expected to be onsite via a hybrid schedule. While the intent may be a long-term tenure, this position is subject to annual budget restrictions. The initial contract is through the end of this fiscal year and is anticipated to be renewed July 1st.
Key Responsibilities
1.Strategic Leadership
• Develop and maintain a forward-thinking enterprise architecture strategy that supports mission and objectives
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT initiatives with business goals and transportation needs
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the IT division
• Ensure that all architectural decisions and initiatives contribute to strategic goals of safety, system preservation, project delivery, mobility, and employee development
• Support and Shepherd the IT division in its role as a critical enabler of mission, identifying opportunities to leverage technology for transformative impact
2.Stakeholder Engagement
• Gather requirements and insights from diverse stakeholders, including leadership, customers, and frontline staff
• Facilitate collaborative decision-making 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 mission of innovation, safety, sustainability, and mobility
• Act as a bridge between IT and other divisions, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with operational needs
3.Collaborative Standards Development and Implementation
• Facilitate the co-creation of enterprise architecture standards and best practices through inclusive, cross-functional workshops and working groups
• Foster a culture of shared ownership in architectural standards by involving stakeholders from various departments in the development process
• 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 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
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a focus on government or transportation sectors
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization
• Proven track record of leading large-scale 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
As the Chief Enterprise Technology Architect at client, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technology landscape. You will lead the evolution and implementation of a comprehensive enterprise architecture that aligns with strategic goals and enables efficient, effective, and innovative transportation solutions. Your work will directly support mission by leveraging technology to enhance safety, sustainability, and mobility across Georgia's transportation system. This position will report directly to the Chief Information Officer.
Local candidates only as the selected candidate will be expected to be onsite via a hybrid schedule. While the intent may be a long-term tenure, this position is subject to annual budget restrictions. The initial contract is through the end of this fiscal year and is anticipated to be renewed July 1st.
Key Responsibilities
1.Strategic Leadership
• Develop and maintain a forward-thinking enterprise architecture strategy that supports mission and objectives
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT initiatives with business goals and transportation needs
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the IT division
• Ensure that all architectural decisions and initiatives contribute to strategic goals of safety, system preservation, project delivery, mobility, and employee development
• Support and Shepherd the IT division in its role as a critical enabler of mission, identifying opportunities to leverage technology for transformative impact
2.Stakeholder Engagement
• Gather requirements and insights from diverse stakeholders, including leadership, customers, and frontline staff
• Facilitate collaborative decision-making 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 mission of innovation, safety, sustainability, and mobility
• Act as a bridge between IT and other divisions, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with operational needs
3.Collaborative Standards Development and Implementation
• Facilitate the co-creation of enterprise architecture standards and best practices through inclusive, cross-functional workshops and working groups
• Foster a culture of shared ownership in architectural standards by involving stakeholders from various departments in the development process
• 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 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
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a focus on government or transportation sectors
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization
• Proven track record of leading large-scale 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