Vice President, Enterprise Architecture and AI

At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to work in serving our millions of policyholders each day. We apply that same compassion and empathy as we work with each other and our local communities. Genworth values all perspectives, characteristics, and experiences so that employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. We celebrate our diversity and understand that being intentional about inclusion is the only way to create a sense of belonging for all associates. We also invest in the vitality of our local communities through grants from the Genworth Foundation, event sponsorships, and employee volunteerism.Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions:Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities.Make it about others. We do what's best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress. Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together. Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other.POSITION TITLEVice President, Enterprise Architecture and AIThis role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.POSITION LOCATIONThis position is available to Virginia residents in Richmond, Virginia in‑office/hybrid applicants.*A Hybrid schedule of both Remote and In-Office days is required. In office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with working hours targeting our core business hours of 9am-5pm EST.YOUR ROLEGenworth | CareScout 's Technology Organization is on a transformational journey to become a leading enterprise technology function, one that drives innovation, enables business agility, and delivers scalable, resilient, and customer-centric solutions. At this pivotal moment, Genworth | CareScout is seeking a visionary and transformational executive to serve as Vice President, Enterprise Architecture and AI, reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer.This Vice President will own the enterprise-wide architecture vision and AI strategy that shapes how we build, modernize, and evolve our technology landscape. The role carries full executive accountability for defining technology direction, enterprise standards, governance frameworks, and reference architectures, while simultaneously leading AI as a transformative enterprise capability that accelerates business outcomes across Genworth and CareScout.As a critical member of the Technology Leadership Team, this role will set the architectural and AI agenda for the enterprise, chair the Architecture Review Board, and serve as a key voice in shaping Genworth's goals and Future-Proof Technology Strategy. The VP oversees the full Architecture discipline: Enterprise Architecture, Data Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Platform Architecture, Security Architecture, Solution Architecture, and the Architecture leadership function—as well as enterprise AI strategy, governance, and enablement.This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology at Genworth | CareScout, lead cross-functional teams, and drive enterprise-wide transformation across a diverse portfolio of insurance, digital, and services businesses.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGEnterprise Architecture Strategy & VisionSet and own Genworth's enterprise architecture vision and long-term technology strategy, ensuring direct alignment with business objectives and the Future-Proof Technology StrategyEstablish and govern target-state architectures, business capability models, value streams, and enterprise technology roadmaps that drive investment decisions, platform modernization, and portfolio rationalizationLead enterprise-wide current-state assessments and strategic gap analyses across application, data, infrastructure, security, and integration domains to shape transformation priorities and capital allocationDrive architectural coherence and technology simplification across the enterprise, reducing fragmentation and ensuring solutions are scalable, interoperable, and aligned to shared enterprise standardsServe as the enterprise's chief architectural authority, providing executive-level strategic counsel on technology direction, platform strategy, emerging risks, and long-term technology investmentsAI Strategy & Enterprise EnablementOwn and drive the enterprise AI strategy, architecture roadmap, and reference frameworks that enable scalable, responsible, and measurable AI adoption across Genworth and CareScout Lead the vision and architecture for AI capabilities including machine learning, generative AI/LLMs, intelligent automation, agentic AI patterns, and advanced analytics at enterprise scaleEstablish comprehensive AI governance frameworks covering model lifecycle management, responsible AI principles, data quality, bias monitoring, explainability, and regulatory complianceOwn the enterprise AI intake and prioritization process, ensuring AI investments are strategically aligned to high-value business outcomes and governed by enterprise architecture standardsPartner with executive leaders across the organization to identify transformative AI opportunities and drive enterprise-wide adoptionArchitect enterprise AI platforms and integration patterns that ensure scalability, reproducibility, observability, cost efficiency, and security across production environmentsRepresent the company’s AI vision and capabilities to the Board of Directors, regulators, industry forums, and strategic partnersArchitecture Governance & StandardsEstablish and chair the Architecture Review Board (ARB), ensuring enterprise architectural decisions are consistent, strategically governed, and positioned to enable—not gate—deliveryDefine and enforce architecture governance processes, policies, and enterprise standards leveraging frameworks such as TOGAF and industry best practicesOwn the development and evolution of architecture principles, reference models, technology standards, and enterprise pattern libraries that accelerate delivery and promote reuse at scaleGovern the enterprise technology portfolio to optimize investments, reduce redundancy, retire technical debt, and ensure alignment to target-state architectures and business prioritiesEnsure enterprise architecture and AI practices support regulatory compliance, data governance, privacy, and security-by-design principles across all technology domainsBusiness Partnership & Strategic AdvisoryServe as a trusted executive advisor to the CIO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors on technology direction, AI strategy, architectural trade-offs, and enterprise riskTranslate complex business and market challenges into elegant, scalable architectural strategies that balance immediate operational needs with long-term enterprise positioningPartner at the executive level with Engineering, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Delivery, and business leaders to ensure architectural alignment and shared accountability across all technology domainsOwn enterprise-level build vs. buy recommendations, vendor platform evaluations, and strategic technology investment decisions with clear architectural and business rationaleDeliver executive-level reporting on architecture maturity, AI enablement progress, technology risk posture, and strategic outcomes to senior leadership and Board-level governance forumsRepresent Genworth externally in industry forums, technology partnerships, and peer networks to advance the company's technology reputation and inform strategic directionTechnology Modernization & InnovationDrive enterprise technology modernization strategy including cloud adoption, API-enabled architectures, microservices, platform rationalization, and legacy-to-modern transitions across Genworth's insurance and digital ecosystemsOwn enterprise integration strategy connecting core insurance platforms, digital channels, data ecosystems, CareScout services, and third-party partners through modern, scalable architectural patternsAnticipate and evaluate emerging technologies, architectural paradigms, and AI advancements, providing the enterprise with a forward-looking perspective on opportunities, risks, and strategic implicationsChampion innovation by sponsoring proof-of-value initiatives across AI, automation, intelligent document processing, advanced analytics, and next-generation platform capabilitiesAdvance business target architectures and the enterprise architecture pattern library to accelerate delivery velocity and promote consistent, reusable solutions across the organizationBuild & Lead High-Performing TeamsBuild, lead, and scale a world-class architecture and AI organization, attracting and retaining top talent across enterprise architecture, solution architecture, data architecture, AI engineering, and related disciplinesDevelop and mentor the next generation of architecture and AI leaders, building deep bench strength and a clear succession pipelineFoster a community of practice across architecture roles—unifying Principal Architects, Solution Architects, Business Architects, and Technology Architects under a shared vision, common framework, and collaborative cultureLead through transformation with executive presence, empathy, and clarity, helping teams and the broader organization navigate change and the rapidly evolving AI landscapeChampion a culture of innovation, accountability, continuous learning, and business-aligned decision-making that reflects Genworth's values: Make it human, Make it about others, Make it happen, Make it betterWHAT YOU BRING15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture, AI/ML strategy, or enterprise technology leadership, with 10+ years in senior leadership roles with accountability for enterprise-wide outcomesProven expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman) with a demonstrated track record of defining, governing, and evolving architecture strategy at the enterprise levelDeep understanding of AI/ML platforms, generative AI/LLM architectures, responsible AI governance, and operationalizing AI at enterprise scale in complex, regulated environmentsDemonstrated success leading large-scale enterprise technology transformation—cloud migration, platform modernization, legacy-to-modern transitions—in similarly complex organizationsStrong executive presence with a proven track record presenting to and influencing C-suite, Board of Directors, and regulatory audiences on technology strategy and riskDeep and broad technical knowledge spanning applications, data, infrastructure, cloud platforms, security, integration, and modern software engineering practicesProven ability to build, lead, and develop large, multi-disciplinary architecture and AI organizations with a focus on talent development, succession planning, and high-performance cultureDemonstrated ability to operate effectively in matrixed organizations, influencing without authority and driving outcomes across complex stakeholder landscapesExperience managing large technology budgets, capital planning, and vendor relationships with clear financial stewardshipExceptional communication, collaboration, and executive presentation skills with the ability to simplify complexity and drive alignment across diverse audiencesNICE TO HAVEInsurance or financial services industry experience, particularly in life insurance, long-term care, annuities, or property & casualtyExperience with insurance business processes, regulatory frameworks (state insurance departments, NAIC, SOX, privacy regulations), and enterprise risk managementBackground in enterprise AI platform engineering, MLOps, and production-grade AI system design at scaleMBA, advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldExperience with SAFe, Agile, or product-oriented delivery models in architecture-governed environmentsTOGAF certification or equivalent enterprise architecture professional credentialFamiliarity with ServiceNow, CMDB, and IT portfolio management toolsExperience with aging services, healthcare-related technology, or direct-to-consumer digital platformsPublished thought leadership, industry conference presentations, or recognized contributions to the enterprise architecture or AI communitiesADDITIONAL INFORMATIONNational Range: $204,400 - $317,000Disclaimer: This role will be located in Richmond, VA. Actual compensation will vary based on geographic location, experience, skills, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in a bonus incentive plan. Incentive compensation is based on individual and company performance and is not guaranteed.Employee Benefits & Well-BeingGenworth employees make a difference in people’s lives every day. We’re committed to making difference in our employees’ lives.Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards IncentivesComprehensive Healthcare CoverageMultiple 401(k) Savings Plan OptionsAuto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family LeaveDisability, Life, and Long Term Care InsuranceTuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification SupportWellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)Caregiver and Mental Health Support ServicesSummaryLocation: Richmond, VirginiaType: Full time