Director of Enterprise Architecture (Senior Public Service Administrator, Option 3)

Illinois Comptroller; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) in Illinois is seeking a Director of Enterprise Architecture to lead enterprise-wide IT governance and architecture strategy. The role directs governance, standards adoption, and performance improvements for state IT services in a hybrid in-office arrangement.

The incumbent will supervise the IT Architecture team, collaborate with senior leadership, and ensure alignment with state objectives while pursuing professional development and state-wide IT

Qualifications

• Requires four years of college in MIS, data processing, telecommunications or related field.
• Requires four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in MIS or related field.
• Requires three years supervising IT professionals in a large, complex public or private IT organization.
• Requires three years as an IT architect or leading an architecture team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Director of Enterprise Architecture, directing enterprise-wide IT governance and strategies.
• Analyze and adopt new standards; review and approve technologies.
• Develop performance improvement initiatives to enhance DoIT capabilities.
• Act as full-line supervisor and report to DoIT leadership.
• Engage in top-level management meetings to update on programs and governance.
• Stay current on IT developments via training and conferences.

Skills

Administrative experience

Team supervision

IT architecture leadership

Education

College degree in MIS/Data Processing/Telecommunications or related field

Job description

Director of Enterprise Architecture (Senior Public Service Administrator, Option 3)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your résumé or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:59000
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/06/2026
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option:Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $12,500-$13,750 per month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Term Appointment, Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm (work hours may vary)
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 120 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

As a State ofIllinois employee,you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans

Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)

10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)

12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year

3 paid personal business days per year

13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years

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Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System

Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan

Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)

Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

• Subject to management approval, serves as the Director of Enterprise Architecture for the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), planning, directing, and coordinating enterprise-wide business and technology alignment, maintenance of governance standards and processes, solutions architecture, and enforcing adherence and compliance with governance policies and processes for uniformity and compliance of initiatives subject to governance.
• Manages and oversees analysis and adoption of new standards, directing the efforts necessary to analyze, review and approve new technologies.
• Identifies, develops, and manages performance to improvement initiatives to enhance the capabilities of DoIT in delivering IT services to State agencies, boards, and commissions.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Participates in top level management meetings to keep DoIT Deputy Secretary, Chief Enterprise Architect, and senior leadership apprised of programs or project progress, problems, solutions, or any matters relative to IT Governance policies, procedures, goals and/or objectives.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in Management Information Systems, Data Processing, Telecommunications or related field.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in Management Information Systems, Data Processing, Telecommunications or directly related fields in a public or business organization.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience supervising a team of Information Technology professionals in a large and highly complex public or private IT organization.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience serving as an IT Architect for a professional organization or leading an IT team in a capacity that included significant architecture oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) years of professional experience planning, directing, and coordinating enterprise-wide business and technology alignment, maintenance of governance standards and processes, and enforcing adherence and compliance with governance policies and processes for uniformity and compliance of initiatives subject to governance.
• Four (4) years of professional experience interpreting technical standards to ensure adherence in the areas of Mainframe, Midrange, End User Support, Risk Management, Change Management, Web Applications, Workflow, Personal Information Management (PIM), Common Applications, Data Management, Local Area Network, and Network Services.
• Four (4) years of professional experience identifying, developing, and managing performance to improvement initiatives to enhance the capabilities in delivering IT services.
• Four (4) years of professional experience conducting organization‑wide evaluations of legacy technologies, developing decommissioning strategies, identifying modern replacements, and translating analysis findings into actionable enterprise guidance, roadmaps, and reference architectures that advance statewide mission objectives.
• Four (4) years of professional experience preparing and maintaining enterprise reference architectures, detailed white papers, decision logs, quality management plans, and other governance artifacts that clearly articulate rationale, benefits, risks, lifecycle considerations, and statewide implications of architectural decisions.
• Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing new legislation, administrative rules, and enterprise technical standards; ensuring statewide compliance across infrastructure, networks, data management, security, end‑user services, and application platforms; and translating requirements into governance enforcement mechanisms and actionable IT guidance.
• Two (2) years of professional experience chairing or leading architecture review boards or similar governance committees, presenting highly technical concepts to senior leadership, evaluating technology proposals for adherence to standards, and driving consensus among diverse agencies and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex technical and administrative challenges, identify root causes, and implement strategic result-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and organizational effectiveness.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, managers, executives, and external or internal stakeholders, fostering collaboration in resolving sensitive administrative or technical issues.
• Developed verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to clearly articulate to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences through documentation, presentations, and collaboration.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full‑time position with the State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self‑disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, short notice, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
• Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non‑State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General (OEIG) for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non‑State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
• Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15‑09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interests:
This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

Term Appointment:
Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Innovation and Technology’s discretion.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: