Consulting Principal, Enterprise Architect
Cognizant, Des Moines, IA, United States
About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. By blending deep industry knowledge with technology and advisory expertise, we partner with organizations to design and deliver scalable, future‑ready solutions. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague to help shape enterprise technology strategies for leading clients. Could it be you? About the role
As a
Consulting Principal – Enterprise Architecture , you will make an impact by helping clients establish and govern enterprise‑wide architecture standards, modernize complex technology landscapes, and enable informed decision‑making through clear architectural insights. You will be a valued member of Cognizant’s Technology Consulting team and work collaboratively with client leaders, architects, and delivery teams to translate business strategy into practical, scalable technology architecture. In this role, you will: Establish and support
Enterprise Architecture (EA) positioning, governance, and review processes
across business and technology teams
Define and embed
architectural guardrails , including standards, principles, frameworks, and reference patterns, to ensure consistency and alignment across initiatives
Lead
current‑state architecture assessments
covering applications, data, integrations, and infrastructure, providing clear visibility into existing environments
Develop
enterprise architecture documentation and diagrams
that support executive decision‑making, modernization planning, and transformation roadmaps
Contribute to the design and implementation of an Enterprise Architecture repository and Architecture Review Board (ARB) workflows to support architecture governance and review processes
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a
remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States with some travel to Client locations . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on client or project needs. We will always be transparent about role expectations. What you must have to be considered
Strong enterprise architecture and technical leadership experience, with the ability to guide and influence architecture decisions across complex environments
Proven experience conducting architecture and technology assessments, including business capabilities, applications, integrations, and infrastructure
Hands‑on experience with systems modernization, including legacy transformation, cloud adoption, and technology optimization initiatives
Demonstrated ability to define and govern
enterprise architecture standards, principles, and lifecycle governance
in partnership with stakeholders
Solid understanding of non‑functional architecture considerations, including scalability, security, performance, resiliency, risk management, and cost optimization
These will help you succeed
Experience working in
consulting or advisory environments , supporting multiple stakeholders and client teams
Familiarity with architecture repositories, documentation frameworks, and review boards
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive and non‑technical audiences
Exposure to cloud platforms, integration patterns, and modernization roadmaps across enterprise environments
We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply—even if you meet only the minimum requirements. Your transferable experience and unique perspective could be exactly what this role needs. Compensation
$150,000-$194,500 This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401(k) plan and contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Employee assistance program
10 paid holidays plus PTO
Paid parental leave and fertility assistance
Learning and development certifications and programs
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. By blending deep industry knowledge with technology and advisory expertise, we partner with organizations to design and deliver scalable, future‑ready solutions. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague to help shape enterprise technology strategies for leading clients. Could it be you? About the role
As a
Consulting Principal – Enterprise Architecture , you will make an impact by helping clients establish and govern enterprise‑wide architecture standards, modernize complex technology landscapes, and enable informed decision‑making through clear architectural insights. You will be a valued member of Cognizant’s Technology Consulting team and work collaboratively with client leaders, architects, and delivery teams to translate business strategy into practical, scalable technology architecture. In this role, you will: Establish and support
Enterprise Architecture (EA) positioning, governance, and review processes
across business and technology teams
Define and embed
architectural guardrails , including standards, principles, frameworks, and reference patterns, to ensure consistency and alignment across initiatives
Lead
current‑state architecture assessments
covering applications, data, integrations, and infrastructure, providing clear visibility into existing environments
Develop
enterprise architecture documentation and diagrams
that support executive decision‑making, modernization planning, and transformation roadmaps
Contribute to the design and implementation of an Enterprise Architecture repository and Architecture Review Board (ARB) workflows to support architecture governance and review processes
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a
remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States with some travel to Client locations . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on client or project needs. We will always be transparent about role expectations. What you must have to be considered
Strong enterprise architecture and technical leadership experience, with the ability to guide and influence architecture decisions across complex environments
Proven experience conducting architecture and technology assessments, including business capabilities, applications, integrations, and infrastructure
Hands‑on experience with systems modernization, including legacy transformation, cloud adoption, and technology optimization initiatives
Demonstrated ability to define and govern
enterprise architecture standards, principles, and lifecycle governance
in partnership with stakeholders
Solid understanding of non‑functional architecture considerations, including scalability, security, performance, resiliency, risk management, and cost optimization
These will help you succeed
Experience working in
consulting or advisory environments , supporting multiple stakeholders and client teams
Familiarity with architecture repositories, documentation frameworks, and review boards
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive and non‑technical audiences
Exposure to cloud platforms, integration patterns, and modernization roadmaps across enterprise environments
We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply—even if you meet only the minimum requirements. Your transferable experience and unique perspective could be exactly what this role needs. Compensation
$150,000-$194,500 This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401(k) plan and contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Employee assistance program
10 paid holidays plus PTO
Paid parental leave and fertility assistance
Learning and development certifications and programs
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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