Lead enterprise architecture for cloud modernization and transformation programs

Define target-state multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures across application, data, infrastructure, security, and integration domains

Lead legacy modernization strategies including re-host, re-platform, refactor, re-architect, and cloud-native adoption

Establish architecture principles, standards, and guardrails for scalable and secure cloud adoption

Lead cloud strategy and modernization assessments

Develop cloud readiness analyses, application rationalization, migration roadmaps, business cases, ROI models, and TCO models

Advise clients on cloud operating models, governance, platform teams, and product-centric delivery

Provide FinOps and cloud economics guidance

Support regulatory, security, and risk considerations

Translate architecture into epics, backlogs, and execution plans

Resolve complex architectural and transformation challenges

Govern architecture through the delivery lifecycle

Serve as escalation point for architectural risks, trade-offs, and decisions

Build trusted relationships with CXOs, CIOs, CTOs, chief architects, and senior business leaders

Lead executive workshops, architecture reviews, and transformation planning sessions

Communicate complex architectural concepts in business-oriented language

Contribute to cloud architecture frameworks, reference architectures, and modernization accelerators

Develop reusable assets, playbooks, and points of view

Mentor and coach architects and senior consultants

Represent Kyndryl in cloud partner ecosystems and industry forums

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

10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, cloud consulting, or large-scale transformation programs

Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect, Lead Cloud Architect, or Cloud Transformation Lead

Robust expertise in AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud architecture

Expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks and patterns





Expertise in cloud migration and modernization strategies

Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments

Ability to drive complex transformation initiatives from strategy through execution

Strong executive communication, facilitation, and influencing skills

Experience with large Global System Integrators or top-tier consulting firms preferred

AWS, Azure, or GCP Architect certification preferred

TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture framework certification preferred

FinOps Practitioner certification preferred

Experience with platform engineering and product operating models

Experience with DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures

Experience in regulated industries preferred

Exposure to organizational change management and IT operating model transformation

MBA or architecture certification preferred

Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in leading cloud modernization and transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures. Proficient in developing cloud readiness analyses, migration roadmaps, and providing FinOps guidance while ensuring compliance with regulatory and security standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords Enterprise Architecture

Cloud Modernization Strategies

AWS, Azure, And GCP Expertise

FinOps Practitioner Certification

Executive Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Cloud Architecture

Cloud Migration

Hybrid Cloud Environments

DevSecOps

Application Rationalization

Architecture Principles

Cloud-Native Architectures

Transformation Planning

Governance Models

Risk Management

Soft Skills Executive Communication

Facilitation Skills

Influencing Skills

Mentoring

Relationship Building

Certifications &

Qualifications AWS Architect Certification

Azure Architect Certification

GCP Architect Certification

TOGAF Certification

FinOps Practitioner Certification

Industry Keywords Enterprise IT

Cloud Consulting

Large-Scale Transformation

Global System Integrators

Regulated Industries

Tools & Technologies Cloud Operating Models

Architecture Frameworks

Modernization Accelerators

Business Cases

ROI Models

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