Junior Enterprise Architect
ICT Junior Enterprise Architect– Iarnród Éireann
Location – Connolly HQ, Dublin 1.
Salary – €53,853 - €57,402 (CO1 – 3 year scale)
The Junior Enterprise Architect supports the development and implementation of our enterprise architecture strategy. This role collaborates with various stakeholders across the organization to design and implement technology solutions that align with our business goals, while ensuring the security and integrity of our systems are in accordance with best practices and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Support EA Development
- Assist in the development and maintenance of the enterprise architecture (EA), including business, application, data, security, and technology architectures. Ensure alignment with the organisation’s strategic goals and objectives.
- Solution Design and Analysis
- Participate in the design and analysis of technology solutions, providing input on architectural decisions to ensure they meet business needs and comply with our EA standards.
- Cybersecurity Focus
- Work closely with the cybersecurity team to integrate security best practices into architecture designs and solutions. Ensure that all architecture designs consider cybersecurity risks and implement appropriate controls.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to understand their requirements and challenges. Communicate the benefits and implications of architectural decisions and projects.
- TOGAF and Frameworks
- Apply TOGAF principles and other relevant frameworks to guide architectural projects and initiatives. Continuously enhance personal understanding and application of these frameworks within the organization.
- Documentation and Compliance
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for architectural designs, decisions, and processes.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Please note that the above list is not exhaustive,the full job description can be downloaded here.
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Certifications in TOGAF, cybersecurity, or related areas desirable.
- Familiarity with EA frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, NIST2, etc. High level understanding required.
- Strong attention to detail
- Proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to take initiative.
- Ability to work effectively in a team, and independently.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
A competency-based interview will form part of this selection process. Candidates may be shortlisted on the basis of their application/CV and relevant experience.
If any applicants have special requirements, please advise Shared Services when forwarding your application.
If you are interested in applying for this role, your CV and cover letter should be forwarded to: Sharedservicesrecruit@irishrail.ie by 4pm Friday 6th December 2024.
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