Enterprise Architecture Analyst - W2 Only

Title: Enterprise Architecture Analyst - W2 Only Location: Poughkeepsie, NY — Hybrid(within 1 hour of client location)Duration: 6+ Months contract to hire. Interview Mode : Phone + Video Job Description:Required:· Education and experience, either: a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field and at least 4 years of IT experience; or an associate’s degree in one of these fields and at least 7 years of IT experience. Utility industry IT experience is a plus.· IT experience in areas such as solution design, data management, or systems engineering, including 1–3 years contributing to solution or enterprise architecture deliverables (counted within the total years above).· Exposure to at least two technical architecture domains (data, application, infrastructure, or security).· Familiarity with enterprise architecture concepts such as capability mapping, roadmapping, and governance.· Effective communication, storytelling, and facilitation skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to executive, business, and technical audiences.· Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across functions.· Demonstrated ability to analyze business problems and align technology solutions to business needs.· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to company offices and facilities as needed.· Experience in utilities, energy, or other regulated industries.· Background in data architecture, data modeling, integration, or analytics enablement.· Working knowledge of EA and IT governance frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, COBIT) and Agile practices (preferably SAFe).· Familiarity with ServiceNow, Jira, or similar workflow/portfolio tools.· Experience supporting Architecture Review Boards or similar governance forums.· Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Certified Business Architect (CBA), or security-focused architecture credentials.