Senior Director, Architecture

Xcel Energy

. Lead the Architecture function across Technology & Security Services .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $200,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise architecture governance, technology strategy, and multi-cloud platforms, with a strong focus on aligning technology solutions with business needs and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage relationships with senior leadership and technology vendors.

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Enterprise Architecture GovernanceMulti-Cloud PlatformsNERC CIP ComplianceHands-On Architecture LeadershipCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Architecture StandardsData ArchitectureCloud PlatformsEnterprise AI PlatformsInfrastructure DesignTechnology Risk ManagementERP TransformationsAutomationObservabilityIT/OT Integration

Soft Skills

NegotiationConsensus BuildingLeadershipAdaptabilityInterpersonal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureGoogle CloudAWSSAPCustomer Core

Certifications & Qualifications

TOGAFCloud Architecture Certifications

Industry Keywords

Utility IndustryEnergy SectorRegulated IndustryCritical InfrastructureOT Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Architecture function across Technology & Security Services
Set technical direction for infrastructure, network, application and data domains
Own enterprise architecture governance and technology standards
Establish capability-based domain reference architectures, target-state architectures and multi-year technology roadmaps
Embed architects with portfolio and delivery teams and engage early in planning and intake
Provide hands-on architectural leadership for major enterprise programs such as SAP and Customer Core
Resolve cross-domain design issues
Chair architecture review councils and design forums
Define, publish and retire enterprise technology standards, patterns and policies across cloud, integration, infrastructure, network, data, security and AI
Shape enterprise technology strategy, including multi-cloud platforms, data architecture, enterprise AI platforms, automation, observability and IT/OT integration
Identify and mitigate architecture-related technology risks, technical debt and end-of-life platforms
Ensure solutions meet security, reliability, scalability and regulatory requirements including NERC CIP
Partner with TSS leadership and advise VP-level business leaders
Manage relationships with technology vendors, system integrators and contingent workforce
Lead, coach and develop the architecture organization and establish career paths
Lead talent strategy, including insourcing and outsourcing decisions
Establish and deliver Architecture capital and O&M budgets
Optimize total cost of ownership through platform consolidation and reuse
Develop and present architecture and investment business cases to the IRC/FC and executive leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, information technology or related field or equivalent experience
15+ years of related IT systems experience, including general IT operations with organizational design, strategy, and integration across multiple business functions
At least 5 years of middle-management experience
At least 10 years of experience supporting multiple and/or complex projects
Sound understanding of core business processes, industry trends, technology developments and IT environments
Ability to understand changes in business process and technology and adapt technology to meet business needs
Ability to comfortably interact with VP-level business leadership
Ability to lead diverse cross-functional teams
Ability to negotiate and build consensus
Experience in a utility, energy or other regulated, critical-infrastructure industry, including familiarity with OT environments and NERC CIP
Experience leading an architecture organization through a shift from process-centered governance to embedded, applied architecture
Hands-on architecture experience with major cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud or AWS, and with enterprise AI and data platforms
Experience with large ERP or customer-system transformations
Industry certifications such as TOGAF or cloud architecture certifications
Masters degree preferred
Solid internal and external network of business/technology professionals at the senior executive level preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Program
Long Term Incentive
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
Transportation Reimbursement Account
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
Tuition reimbursement
Transit programs
Employee recognition program
Pension
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Holidays
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
Parental Leave
Hybrid work model supporting collaboration and flexibility