Lead Enterprise Architect

Contract | Tri-Force Consulting Services, Inc. | United States Posted On 07/29/2026 Job Information IT Services Work Experience 5+ years NA City New York State/Province New York 10001 Job Description Name of position: Lead Enterprise Architect Location: 2 Broadway - MTA Headquarters Note: This can be Hybrid or Full Remote Role Summary The Lead Enterprise Architect provides senior-level leadership to stabilize and mature the Enterprise Architecture function. This role oversees Corporate Products EA, Transportation EA, and Business Architecture teams, establishes governance, aligns EA with modernization and AI-assisted delivery. Key Responsibilities EA Leadership and Stabilization Mentor architects and elevate architectural thinking across product teams. EA Governance and Operating Model Define and implement lightweight EA governance, standards, and engagement models. Establish architecture review processes and decision frameworks. Modernization and AI Alignment Align EA with modernization initiatives. Assess EA team capabilities and gaps. Required Skills and Experience (with Years) Enterprise Architecture Leadership - 15+ years. Leading EA teams, defining frameworks, establishing governance, and driving enterprise-wide architecture programs. EA Frameworks (DoDAF, UAF, TOGAF, BEA, ETP) - 10+ years. Applying structured architecture methods in complex environments. Systems Engineering and Modernization Systems Engineering - 15+ years. Designing and modernizing large-scale systems across multiple domains. Cloud Architecture (AWS, Google Cloud) - 7+ years. Leading cloud transitions, modernization, and secure cloud adoption. Zero Trust Architecture (NIST ZT) - 5+ years. Implementing cybersecurity mitigation aligned to modern enterprise standards. Microservices/SOA Architecture - 10+ years. Designing service-oriented and microservices-based systems. AI-Driven Architecture AI Integration in Architecture Methods - 3+ years. Applying AI to architecture products, modernization workflows, and decision support. Federal/State Enterprise Experience (Optional but Valuable) IT Acquisition Reform - 5+ years. Experience with enterprise-level acquisition and transformation programs. Leadership and Advisory Executive Advisory Experience - 10+ years. Advising CIOs, CTOs, and senior executives on enterprise architecture strategy. Team Mentoring and Capability Building - 10+ years. Developing architects, improving maturity, and elevating architectural discipline. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. 20+ years total experience in enterprise architecture, systems engineering, or modernization leadership. Proven ability to stabilize and mature EA functions in complex organizations. Strong communication skills and ability to work with senior leadership #J-18808-Ljbffr Tri-Force Consulting Services, Inc.