Description of Work Required: The objective of this request is for our client to provide their client with a Technology Architect resource.
Responsibilities: The Technology Architect will have the following responsibilities, which are not limited to: Export architecture artefact models to the Visual Paradigm floating server license repository Document the Terms of Reference (TOR) for new entity systems Develop, document, and hand over the established Technology Architecture Principles Define and maintain architectural standards for the development, deployment, and management of applications, information, communication, and technology infrastructure Ensure that solution and systems development adhere to our client's ICT governance architecture standards Develop and document technical designs for integrating and implementing new applications and systems within our client Establish and enhance the Technology Architecture function within our client and formalize the Enterprise Architecture Office EA Structures: Document and map strategy and vision Establish governance and compliance structures Set up forums (both EA and domain-specific, such as Technology Forum) Create charters and manage compliance Formalize the Enterprise Architecture Board within ICT Align our client's Enterprise Architecture function within ICT to the Government Wide Enterprise Architecture (GWEA) Framework, which is the standard in government Development of Technical Artifacts: Produce Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM), Detailed Technical Design, Security Architecture Plan, Services Description Document, etc.
Define principles, guidelines, standards, and solution patterns to ensure alignment with our client's future architecture vision Establish governance frameworks to guide and oversee technology consumption, data management, and adoption activities Define, develop, and document practice artefacts and templates Create blueprints for building an integrated framework of easily accessible, secure data aligned with business strategy Test and maintain the database Consider all data sources related to business operations and outline a design for integration, centralization, and maintenance of data Mature domain architectures Requirements Bachelor's degree (NQF7) or advanced qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field Business/Systems Analysis Certificates or TOGAF certification Over 5 years of enterprise architecture experience