Senior Manager – Enterprise Architecture

Mayer Brown

. Develop and oversee future-state technology architecture and modernization strategies aligned with business objectives, capital planning, and firm growth .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $173,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in enterprise architecture principles, governance frameworks, and business-technology alignment methodologies, with a proven ability to translate business strategy into actionable technology roadmaps. Strong leadership in managing technology portfolios, modernization strategies, and cross-functional collaboration to drive digital innovation and operational efficiency.

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Enterprise Architecture PrinciplesTechnology RoadmapsAI GovernanceStakeholder ManagementOperational Budget Analysis

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Hard Skills

Enterprise ArchitectureIntegration StrategiesTechnology Portfolio ManagementCloud ArchitectureIT SecurityRisk ManagementTechnical Debt EvaluationVendor Technology EvaluationModernization StrategiesArchitecture Artifacts Development

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationStrong Communication SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving SkillsLeadership Experience

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAI TechnologiesCloud SolutionsIntegration FrameworksGovernance Models

Certifications & Qualifications

TOGAFCertified Enterprise ArchitectAzure Solutions ArchitectAWS Solutions Architect

Industry Keywords

Digital InnovationTechnical DebtRegulatory ComplianceBusiness-IT AlignmentEmerging Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and oversee future-state technology architecture and modernization strategies aligned with business objectives, capital planning, and firm growth
Design enterprise architecture frameworks, governance models, and technology standards
Translate business strategy into actionable technology roadmaps
Ensure alignment between business capabilities, technology investments, and enterprise architecture principles
Lead IT modernization initiatives to reduce technical debt and support digital innovation
Assess disruptive forces including AI, cloud, and integration challenges
Lead application and platform modernization initiatives
Evaluate AI-enabled technologies and solution patterns
Advance architecture practices for AI governance, AI-enabled operating models, and responsible adoption of emerging technologies
Lead integration architecture and interface design across enterprise platforms, applications, and data domains
Establish integration standards and reusable patterns
Maintain enterprise integration inventories, architectural dependencies, and reference architectures
Assess the health, sustainability, and strategic fit of the enterprise technology portfolio
Recommend modernization, consolidation, and retirement plans
Ensure architecture decisions align with cybersecurity requirements, regulatory obligations, and governance standards
Evaluate architecture trade-offs across cost, risk, performance, security, and business value
Maintain enterprise architecture repositories documenting systems, applications, technologies, integrations, processes, ownership, and dependencies
Track technology lifecycles, support status, upgrade requirements, end-of-support milestones, and retirement planning
Document application attributes, ownership, classifications, vendor information, technical debt, service dependencies, and architectural relationships
Establish technology portfolio strategies to reduce redundancy, improve standardization, and optimize technology investments
Deliver enterprise business capabilities and technology roadmap
Deliver architecture governance framework and compliance dashboard
Lead business-IT alignment and architecture review program
Deliver AI-enabled reference architectures and modernization roadmap
Deliver technology change horizon and lifecycle dashboard
Manage performance appraisals, annual compensation, goal setting, and performance counselling for direct reports
Analyze operational budgets and make recommendations
Analyze staffing levels and participate in recruitment
Implement change processes to improve workflow efficiencies
Perform other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.
May require travel to other offices as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Technology, or a related field
10 years of IT and enterprise architecture experience
3+ years in leadership or senior individual contributor roles
Deep expertise in enterprise architecture principles, governance frameworks, and business-technology alignment methodologies
Experience developing enterprise architecture artifacts, capability maps, technology roadmaps, reference architectures, and integration strategies
Experience managing technology portfolios, technology lifecycles, and modernization strategies across complex environments
Experience evaluating vendor technologies and conducting architectural due diligence
Strong knowledge of enterprise applications, cloud architecture, and infrastructure
Solid understanding of IT security, risk management, and regulatory compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Proven ability to translate business strategy into technology recommendations and roadmaps
Experience evaluating technology investment trade-offs, lifecycle costs, technical debt, and modernization priorities
Experience working with C-suite and business unit leaders
Working knowledge of AI capabilities, AI governance principles, emerging AI technologies, and responsible adoption practices
Ability to evaluate AI solutions for feasibility, risk, and strategic fit
Track record of adopting and applying emerging technologies
Exceptional stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to influence technology strategy, investment decisions, and architectural direction
Ability to work in a diverse team environment
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills and independent judgment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
Operational budget analysis and recommendations
Experience participating in recruitment processes
Process- and service-oriented with strong leadership and project management skills
Ability to set priorities and delegate efficiently
May require travel to other offices as needed
Professional certifications such as TOGAF, Certified Enterprise Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, or comparable architecture and cloud certifications are preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) savings plan
Back-up childcare
Back-up eldercare
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Professional development and growth opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans