Vice President, AI Enablement and Architecture

INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL INC•Country Club Hills, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, AI Enablement and Architecture is a senior IT executive responsible for defining and executing ICC’s enterprise architecture vision and accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across the organization. This role ensures alignment between ICC’s business strategy, digital platforms, data ecosystem, and AI capabilities to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and scalable growth. The VP leads enterprise architecture governance, establishes AI enablement frameworks, and partners with business leaders to embed AI into both internal operations and customer-facing solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred) or equivalent experience
12+ years of progressive IT experience with significant leadership in architecture and/or AI
Proven experience leading enterprise transformation initiatives
Experience in enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF or equivalent)
Strong cloud platform experience (Azure preferred)
Experience with AI/ML, generative AI, and data platforms
Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and modern application architectures
Understanding of AI governance, data privacy, and regulatory considerations
Executive presence with strong communication and influencing skills
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into execution
Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
Proven ability to lead through change and drive adoption at scale

Responsibilities

Define and evolve ICC’s enterprise architecture strategy, principles, and standards
Establish governance processes, architecture review boards, and decision frameworks
Ensure alignment across ERP, digital platforms, data architecture, and integration layers
Drive system rationalization, modernization, and technical debt reduction
Champion cloud-first, scalable, and secure design patterns
Lead enterprise AI strategy, including generative AI, automation, and emerging capabilities
Establish AI governance, model lifecycle management, and responsible AI practices
Build and scale an AI enablement operating model (tools, frameworks, playbooks)
Drive enterprise-wide AI adoption aligned to measurable business outcomes (productivity, efficiency, growth)
Partner with business units to identify, prioritize, and deliver high-value AI use cases
Ensure data readiness, governance, and accessibility to support AI and analytics initiatives
Align data architecture with AI and enterprise platforms
Oversee integration strategy across systems to enable seamless workflows and automation
Lead technology innovation initiatives that support ICC’s strategic objectives
Evaluate emerging technologies and translate them into practical, business-relevant solutions
Drive continuous improvement in delivery models, tooling, and engineering practices
Collaborate with executive stakeholders to align technology strategy with business priorities
Act as a trusted advisor on technology and AI opportunities, risks, and investments
Translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes
Build and lead a high-performing Architecture and AI Enablement organization
Establish clear roles across architecture domains (enterprise, solution, data, AI)
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning
Partner with Engineering, Cybersecurity, and TAMs to ensure cohesive delivery