IT Enterprise Architect - Onsite Technical Leadership

Responsible for the administration, design, selection, modification, and training related to engineering applications required for project delivery. Interacts with end users to resolve engineering design issues and limitations, provide solutions, and coordinate with applications development to design system enhancements necessary for project delivery. May also be responsible for evaluation of project requirements and system capabilities to provide solutions and feedback regarding feasilibity and cost of engineering project requirements. This position has supervisory/lead responsibility over a group of developers or functions as an advanced technical specialist to develop concepts and approaches to unique information technology problems confronting the company. Monitors work to assure that implementation or modification is meeting objectives. Individuals with supervisory responsibilities provide technical direction for a group and may be involved in performance appraisal and career development. Skills are typically acquired through an undergraduate degree in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years related experience, with average experience of 15+ years.

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IT Enterprise Architect – Onsite Technical Leadership
Location: Onsite (Primary) – Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Employment Type: Full Time

Join Us and Lead the Future of Our IT Infrastructure

We’re looking for a seasoned IT Enterprise Architect to take the helm of our enterprise infrastructure strategy. This is a high impact, onsite leadership role where you’ll guide our technology direction, mentor talented System Administrators, and work hand in hand with our Enterprise Solutions Architect to ensure our systems are secure, scalable, and ready for the future.

You’ll be the bridge between vision and execution — setting the roadmap, making key architectural decisions, and stepping in hands on when the situation calls for it. Our environment blends Kubernetes clusters, Linux-based systems, Docker containers, and a NetApp storage server with a growing cloud presence, giving you the opportunity to work across cutting edge hybrid architectures.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and evolution of our enterprise architecture, balancing on-premises and cloud strategies.
• Collaborate closely with the Enterprise Solutions Architect to align infrastructure and application roadmaps.
• Mentor and guide System Administrators, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to best practices.
• Establish governance, security, and performance standards across the IT landscape.
• Drive major infrastructure projects from concept to completion, ensuring they meet business objectives.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable, secure, and efficient solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture and infrastructure leadership.
• Deep knowledge of hybrid IT environments, including Kubernetes, Linux, Docker, and enterprise storage systems (NetApp preferred).
• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Certifications:

• Cloud: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
• Infrastructure: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA).

Collaboration & Impact

In this role, you’ll be a key influencer in shaping our technological future. Working side by side with the Enterprise Solutions Architect, you’ll ensure infrastructure decisions drive operational efficiency, security, and innovation — enabling our teams to deliver high value solutions faster and with greater resilience.

Why Join Us

• Lead with Influence: Shape the future of our IT infrastructure while collaborating with senior technology leaders.
• Cutting-edge Environment: Work with modern hybrid architectures, Kubernetes, Linux, Docker, and enterprise-grade storage solutions.
• Strategic & Hands-on Balance: Enjoy the autonomy to lead at a high level while staying close to the technology when it matters most.
• Impact That Matters: Your decisions will directly enhance operational efficiency, security, and innovation across the organization.
• Professional Growth: Access to advanced training, certifications, and opportunities to expand your leadership profile.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values open communication, mutual respect, and shared success.

Ready to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact?
Apply today and help us build the future of our IT infrastructure.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Three years of continuous residency in the U.S. for issuance of a Government Security credential
• The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account

KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.

KBR Benefits?

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.?

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