VP, Enterprise Architecture - Modernization

AIG GLOBAL OPERATIONS, INC.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 126,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

AIG Global Operations, Inc. is seeking a VP, Enterprise Architecture - Modernization in Jersey City, NJ to lead modernization strategy and AI/GenAI adoption across the enterprise.

The role focuses on cross-LOB architectural alignment, data platforms, and agile delivery to enable world-class digital experiences. You will manage a team of architects, shape reference architectures, and collaborate with IS leadership to drive governance and DevSecOps across hybrid clouds, ensuring scalable, secure,

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, system analysis, related field of study, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in at least three disciplines across information, solution or technical architecture, application development, infrastructure, information security or operations in a hybrid environment.
• Strong knowledge of Gen AI/ML, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS on hybrid clouds, microservices & APIs, event-driven architectures, DevSecOps, and AI/ML.

Responsibilities

• Lead modernization strategy and implementation planning for new and emerging technologies across LOBs.
• Define enterprise architecture standards and governance for AI/ML and hybrid cloud initiatives.
• Communicate architectural direction to technical teams and business leadership, coordinating across IS and strategic partners.

Skills

AI/ML

GenAI

Cloud

DevSecOps

Microservices

APIs

Data Platforms

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Security/Systems

Job description

VP, Enterprise Architecture - Modernization

At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers to manage risk. Join us as a VP, Enterprise Architecture - Modernization to play your part in that transformation. It’s an opportunity to grow your skills and experience as a valued member of the team.

Make Your Mark At AIG

At AIG, technology is at the heart of everything we do, from underwriting risks to processing claims. The Information Technology (IT) team equips our colleagues with the latest tools to complete their work efficiently, with the highest standards of excellence. The team is responsible for shielding the company’s systems from security risks, while designing technology strategies that enable AIG’s businesses to achieve their goals. Innovation in IT drives innovation across the organization.

How you will create an impact

The VP, Enterprise Architect will report to the Global head of Architecture in IS, and work closely with IS leaders across functional disciplines, business unit CIOs and architects across LoBs, Data Office, Enterprise Risk, Operations, ISO, Enterprise Systems organizations as part of a federated architecture Center of Excellence. Focus on delivering value, enabling well-architected capabilities and ensuring world class digital experiences. They will be a key member of the Enterprise Architecture leadership, and the Architecture Community, leading modernization strategy and implementation planning for new and emerging technologies. The leader will be accountable for the modernization and innovation practice management operating model. Shape enterprise IT strategies for cross-LOB capabilities including modern data platforms, integration techniques and taxonomy development to ensure future-ready AI lead capabilities and solutions. Establish enterprise asset taxonomies that address holistic views of infrastructure, data, software, business capabilities, governance risk and compliance controls to ensure both agile capability delivery and risk management. Lead innovative technologies, anchoring them in the business and operating model to assess their potential, and use agile, DevOps and lean approaches to evolve and manage innovation. Develop and mature overall enterprise architecture approach to AI/ML, GenAI and agentic framework for intelligent employee assistants, workflows and autonomous systems for optimal operational efficiencies across AIG stakeholder roles. Communicate technical architecture direction and recommendations for AI-enabled IT and LoB initiatives. Responsible for defining and setting standards and approach for AI/ML and agentic approaches, with necessary controls and guardrails. Define emerging hybrid cloud reference architectures and cloud infrastructure patterns. Plan and manage a talent pool of enterprise and domain architects that works with EA and non-EA related disciplines to deliver AIG's goals, objectives, and outcomes. Integrate emerging technology trends, patterns and technologies into overall enterprise architecture vision, principles, roadmaps and IT operating model priorities. Lead community best practices, standards and governance for emerging technology onboarding and maturity, architecture design reviews, dependency and impact management. Work closely with strategic business partners, cloud hyperscalars, Sis and expert groups to formulate guidance, experiment, validate, and execute on key priorities. Participate in IT leadership committees/teams. Plan and manage a talent pool of enterprise and domain architects that works with EA and non-EA related disciplines to deliver AIG's goals, objectives, and outcomes. Supervise a team of architects (enterprise, domain and technical) directly and indirectly.

What you need to succeed

Serves as a Subject Matter Expert for AIG and AIG Stakeholders in the field of technical architecture, existing, new and emerging technologies and processing environments. Master's or Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, system analysis, related field of study, or equivalent experience 10+ years in at least three disciplines across: information, solution or technical architecture, application development, infrastructure, information security or operations in a hybrid environment (i.e., Cloud, on-prem) Minimum of 10+ years of technology leadership position Expert knowledge of business ecosystems, Gen AI/ML, SaaS, infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS) on hybrid cloud(s), microservices & APIs, event-driven architectures, Open data, DevSecOps, predictive analytics and AI/ML Expert resource for information management practices, system development life cycle management, IT services management, agile and lean methodologies, infrastructure and operations, and EA and ITIL frameworks. Able to resolve complex operational problems for multiple teams or functions in collaboration with senior IT Leadership on strategic issues. Ability to recommend innovations and improvements to policies or procedures, adapting plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Experience with managing fiscal responsibilities that require frequent interaction with all levels of management. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build trust and able to communicate vision effectively with technical teams and business leadership.

For positions based in Jersey City, NJ, the base salary range is $126,000 - $171,000. For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $118,000-$178,000. In addition, the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories. AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail].

Functional Area: IT - Information Technology

AIG GLOBAL OPERATIONS, INC. As a global risk leader with deep industry expertise and innovative solutions to smartly manage risk, AIG enables our clients’ growth in ways they never thought possible. We also do the same for our colleagues, because we know our people are our greatest strength – the source of every insight, every idea and every innovation. When we're working as one team to do what's right for our colleagues and our communities, we can achieve excellence together. We encourage colleagues to give back to the causes they care most about, supporting these efforts through our Volunteer Time Off and Matching Grants Programs.

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