IT Enterprise Architect

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.

1d•$110,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Enterprise Architect leads CNI’s company Enterprise Architecture and Strategy Team defining the direction and vision for how technology, processes, and people integrate to enable CNI’s corporate and operations out. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this role is responsible for developing and communicating the architectural blueprint that shapes the organization into a modern, resilient, and cloud-enabled enterprise. The Enterprise Architect ensures alignment of all technology investments with company strategy, client priorities, and CNI’s evolving IT strategic roadmap. Reporting to the C-suite, IT teams, and Operations teams, the Enterprise Architect converts business needs into scalable, practical, implementable, and cost-effective IT solutions. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays. As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to establish and socialize architectural vision, roadmaps, and principles guiding large-scale technology and digital transformation programs.
Proven skill in translating business strategy into actionable architectural plans that inform technology investment, delivery, and operationalization.
Experience directing major initiatives in cloud modernization, data and analytics platforms, and AI/automation integration.
Deep knowledge of architecture governance, security-by-design, and compliance requirements, including familiarity with FedRAMP, data governance, and AI/ML risk management.
Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with the ability to engage effectively at the executive, technical, and client stakeholder levels.
This position requires U.S. citizenship
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or a technical related discipline.
Eight plus (8+) years experience in enterprise architecture leadership roles within complex, multi-sector organizations serving Federal Civil, Defense, and/or National Security clients.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., AWS/GCP/Azure Solution Architecture).

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in IT-related discipline desired.

Responsibilities

Provides primary architecture guide for company-wide transformations, including cloud modernizations and standards, IT Roadmapping, application portfolio management, and the maintenance of the technology stack.
Partners with cross-functional teams to ensure IT projects, investments, and assets adhere to standards and drives business goals.
Leads architecture governance activities with clear decision rights, structured reviews, security alignment, and risk management standards.
Maintains an up-to-date catalog of the company’s IT capabilities and integration capabilities, enabling project delivery and cost transparency.
Improves IT project success rate and company reputation for delivering innovative, reliable results across our federal programs.
Creates reports and presentations for senior management to support the IT enterprise, investment insight and strategic priorities.
Builds and nurtures strong relationships with internal teams, external advisors, and industry contacts to enhance collaboration, streamline due diligence processes, and support comprehensive evaluations of potential investments.