Genworth · 5 hours ago
Director, Enterprise Architect – Long Term Care Insurance Industry
Genworth is a company that empowers families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. As the Director of Enterprise Architect, you will drive alignment between technology strategy and business objectives, overseeing the governance and execution of enterprise architecture to ensure compliance and support for the organization's mission.
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Responsibilities
Define and communicate the enterprise architecture vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with Genworth’s business goals and insurance industry regulations
Govern the architecture lifecycle, including current state analysis, target state definition, and transition planning for all technology domains (applications, data, infrastructure, security, integration)
Establish and enforce architecture governance processes, policies, and standards across the enterprise, leveraging frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, and industry best practices
As part of the Enterprise Architecture team, you will partner with Principal Architects, Solution Architects, Business Architects, Application/System Architects, and Technology Architects helping us all align to the strategic goals of the organization utilizing a common framework and processes
Ensure that each architecture role is clearly defined and mapped to organizational needs: Principal Architect(s): Design and oversee implementation of EA frameworks, ensuring solutions align with business goals and technology standards; Solution Architect(s): Design specific solutions within the enterprise architecture, ensuring fit within the overall framework; Business Architect(s): Align business strategies with IT strategies, focusing on business processes, capabilities, and organizational structure; Application/System Architect(s): Design and manage applications and systems, ensuring integration and business alignment; Technology Architect(s): Oversee technology domains, ensuring infrastructure and platforms support enterprise needs
Lead the development and maintenance of architecture standards, principles, and reference models using TOGAF or equivalent frameworks
Oversee the evaluation, selection, and implementation of technology solutions, ensuring they meet business, regulatory, and security requirements
Direct and mentor architecture teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Advise senior leadership on technology direction, architecture strategy, and regulatory impacts
Provide technical and business consulting for strategic initiatives and client-sponsored activities
Coordinate with Product Owners and Business Relationship Managers to incorporate business and customer requirements into architectural solutions
Prepare ROI analyses and budget proposals for architecture initiatives, emphasizing cost optimization and value delivery
Monitor and optimize solution architectures to manage costs and ensure financial sustainability
Develop and analyze enterprise architecture metrics to identify opportunities for process and technology enhancements
Stay abreast of emerging technologies, insurance regulations, and industry trends, assessing their impact on enterprise architecture
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture, with at least 7 years in senior leadership roles within the insurance industry
Proven expertise in architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.), insurance platforms, and regulatory compliance
Deep technical knowledge across infrastructure, application, data management, security, and integration domains
Demonstrated success leading large-scale technology transformations in insurance organizations
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and executive presentation skills
Experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and cost management for technology initiatives
Strong leadership, mentoring, and organizational skills
Preferred
Agile/Scrum experience preferred (I.E. Kanban and ServiceNow)
Strong understanding of CMDB and Portfolio management
Advanced understanding of insurance business processes, regulatory frameworks, and risk management
Experience with digital modernization, automation, and governance in insurance environments
Ability to quickly evaluate and integrate new technologies to solve complex insurance business challenges
Track record of driving continuous improvement and innovation in enterprise architecture team
Benefits
Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services
Company
Genworth
Genworth is an insurance company that is dedicated to help people secure their financial lives, families, and futures.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$450.1M2018-03-07Post Ipo Debt· $450M
2016-10-23Acquired
2016-10-09Post Ipo Equity· $0.1M
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