IT Enterprise Systems Architect
About the role
The IT Enterprise Systems Architect at Arctic Wolf is responsible for designing, implementing, and evolving enterprise IT architecture solutions that support scalable, secure, and efficient business operations. This role partners across IT and business teams to solve complex technical challenges, lead architecture initiatives within defined functional strategies, and support modernization efforts including AI enablement, automation, integrations, and cloud transformation.
Primary Responsibilities And Duties
Design and maintain enterprise architecture solutions for IT-owned systems and platforms
Lead architecture efforts for moderately complex cross-functional initiatives
Translate business and operational requirements into scalable technical solutions
Define integration approaches across SaaS, cloud, and on-premise platforms
Support AI and automation initiatives through architecture guidance and implementation support
Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations aligned to business needs
Ensure architecture solutions align with security, compliance, and governance standards
Collaborate with Infrastructure, Security, Applications, and business teams on solution delivery
Identify opportunities to optimize system performance, scalability, resiliency, and cost
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to team members and project teams
Contribute to architectural standards, documentation, and best practices
Support vendor evaluations and technology selection activities
About You
You’re a collaborative and solutions-focused technologist with a strong foundation in enterprise architecture and modern platforms
You enjoy solving complex problems, working across teams, and building scalable, secure solutions that drive real impact
You have 8+ years in systems, application, or enterprise architecture (or similar roles), a solid understanding of infrastructure, system design, and security principles, and proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams and evaluate technical solutions.
Nice to have:
Experience with AI, automation, or modernization initiatives
Familiarity with architecture frameworks or security/compliance standards
Exposure to vendor selection or mentoring team members
Core Experience
Experience with enterprise systems, cloud/hybrid environments, and integration design (API, SaaS, on-prem)
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
Able to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
A thoughtful approach to security, governance, and performance optimization
A balance of hands-on execution and long-term architectural thinking
On-Camera Policy
To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.
About Arctic Wolf
Arctic Wolf fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible.
Security Requirements
Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN's Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).
Background Checks
Background checks are required for this position.
Export Control Laws and Regulations
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.
Pay Range
The base salary range for this job family is $126,000.00 to $190,000.00 USD annually. This range reflects the base pay the company reasonably expects to offer for this position, aligned to the broader job family base pay structure. Actual base pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location, including job family level. In addition to base pay, Arctic Wolf offers variable incentive compensation, new hire equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.