Enterprise Architect Consultant/Manager Qualifications Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field. Years of Experience : 5+-10+ years in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, or IT consulting. Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF), cloud platforms, microservices, APIs, DevOps, and cybersecurity. Business Acumen: Strong ability to translate business needs into technology solutions. Industry Knowledge: Experience in industries such as consumer goods, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, or public sector. Certifications (Preferred): TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP certifications, SAFe, ITIL, or equivalent. Consulting Skills: Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Technology Advisory: Guide clients on modern IT architectures, cloud adoption, platform modernization, and technology operating models. Business-IT Alignment: Bridge the gap between business strategy and technology execution, ensuring architectural decisions support business goals. Cloud & Platform Architecture: Design scalable, secure, and resilient cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and hybrid environments. Data & AI Architecture: Develop strategies for data governance, analytics, AI/ML adoption, and enterprise data platforms.