Hiring: Enterprise Architect - AI 5445 Company: Tier4 Group Location: Chantilly, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 00:09:52 Target Skills & Keywords : AI, AWS, Azure, Enterprise Architecture, GCP, LLM, Large Language Model, Microservices, Risk Management, Security Clearance, Systems Engineering, Zero Trust About the job Experience: •7+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, Systems Architecture, or related technical leadership roles. Required Skills: •Lead enterprise architecture initiatives across cloud, AI, integration, security, and data domains. •Develop executive-level architecture deliverables, including roadmaps, decision briefs, risk assessments, architecture diagrams, and strategic recommendations. •Design and govern enterprise AI platforms and integration frameworks, including secure AI access patterns, API architectures, AI landing zones, and governance controls. •Establish, maintain, and promote enterprise architecture standards, reference architectures, and governance processes. •Participate in Architecture Review Boards (ARB) and provide architectural oversight for strategic initiatives and investments. •Analyze enterprise application ecosystems, system integrations, and technical dependencies to support modernization and AI readiness efforts. •Conduct technology evaluations, proof-of-concept initiatives, and trade studies to assess solution alternatives and recommend optimal approaches. •Develop business cases, ROI analyses, and risk assessments to support technology investment decisions. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Master's degree preferred. •Applied hands-on capability in modern AI tools, AI-assisted development platforms, and architecture automation solutions. •Knowledge of enterprise AI governance principles, including responsible AI practices, prompt security, AI risk management, and least-privilege access models. •Understanding of cloud landing zones, network architecture, security controls, and compliance-focused deployment patterns. •Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture principles and their application to enterprise environments. •Demonstrated capacity to communicate complex technical concepts to executive and non-technical stakeholders through clear, decision-ready deliverables. •Operational familiarity with compliance frameworks including NIST 800-171, CMMC Level 2, and related cybersecurity standards. •Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, or related architecture modeling methodologies. •Cloud, security, enterprise architecture, or systems engineering certifications. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!