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Director - Enterprise Technology & Architecture

Oliver James Associates Ltd.
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/28/2025

Title : Director, Enterprise Technology & Architecture

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Location : Newark, NJ (Hybrid)

Type : FTE, Direct Hire

Base Salary Range : Up to $225k

An industry leading Health Insurer is seeking a Director, Enterprise Technology & Architecture. This senior leadership role will guide enterprise technology direction & strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, industry advancements, and best practices. As a strategic thought leader, you will oversee the development of enterprise architecture, governance frameworks, and technology strategies while fostering innovation and collaboration across teams.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead strategic workshops with senior leadership to define and execute technology roadmaps and investment strategies that align with the organization's goals.
  • Stay ahead of emerging technology trends, incorporating industry best practices to enhance business and IT capabilities.
  • Spearhead the development and continuous improvement of enterprise architecture documentation, including roadmaps, technical blueprints, and architecture standards.
  • Identify and lead technology rationalization efforts, guiding the evaluation and selection of new technologies.
  • Establish and optimize IT governance frameworks, including the Architecture Review Board, ensuring robust oversight of architecture and technology initiatives.
  • Proactively identify, mitigate, and communicate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop technology standards, manage lifecycle processes, and mitigate obsolescence risks.
  • Manage vendor relationships, stay informed on industry developments, and lead the evaluation of potential vendors.
  • Oversee the RFP and RFQ processes, supporting vendor contract negotiations and renewals.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team of technical architects, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous development.
  • Provide mentorship and coaching, promoting professional growth and excellence within the team.

Skills Needed :

  • 15 years in enterprise technology strategy, architecture, and governance; with 5-7 years in leadership roles focused on team development and management.
  • In-depth knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.) and cloud solutions (AWS, Azure).
  • Proven track record in developing and executing technology strategies aligned with business needs.
  • Strong experience in IT governance and risk management frameworks (ITIL, COBIT).
  • Experience with RFP / RFI processes and vendor assessments, negotiations, and contract management.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
  • TOGAF, PMP, or Cloud Architecture certifications.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities to manage and inspire teams.
  • Deep understanding of microservices, container platforms, APIs, data engineering platforms, cloud data warehousing, and robotic process automation.
  • Experience integrating hybrid cloud solutions and public cloud into traditional IT infrastructure.
  • To be considered for the role please apply online or email an updated Resume to William Barclay at Oliver James - william.barclay@oliverjames.com

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    Salary : $225,000

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