Global Architecture Governance Lead

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager, Architecture Governance to lead the global EAM governance function.

You will define frameworks, run the ARB, drive alignment across domain architects and IT leadership, and oversee risk management and decision processes. You will shape governance standards for data, integration, security, and platform modernization while building a scalable capability across regions.

Qualifications

• Governance and ARB leadership experience preferred.
• TOGAF or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Experience with enterprise architecture governance standards and decision frameworks.
• Familiarity with data, integration, cloud, and security domains.

Responsibilities

• Own and operate the Architecture Review Board (ARB) and governance processes.
• Define, maintain, and continuously improve governance frameworks, standards, guardrails, decision processes, and review practices.
• Ensure architecture reviews are consistent, risk-based, and aligned with enterprise strategy and technology standards.
• Maintain traceability of architectural decisions, exceptions, and outcomes.
• Provide governance oversight across solution designs and security requirements.
• Lead architecture risk assessments and resolve cross-domain design issues.
• Define intake, triage, and routing for architecture reviews early in delivery lifecycles.
• Develop and lead the Architecture Governance / EAM capability and operating models.
• Communicate decisions, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders clearly.
• Drive continuous improvement and adoption of governance practices.

Skills

Architecture governance

ARB oversight

Stakeholder management

Cloud architecture

Data governance

Security awareness

Governance risk

Cross-domain collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Information Systems or related field

TOGAF or equivalent certification

Tools

LeanIX

Alfabet

Ardoq

MEGA

Job description

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager, Architecture Governance to lead the global EAM governance function.

You will define frameworks, run the ARB, drive alignment across domain architects and IT leadership, and oversee risk management and decision processes. You will shape governance standards for data, integration, security, and platform modernization while building a scalable capability across regions.