Job Description

Job Title: Senior Enterprise Architect

Location: Couillet / Verviers, Belgium (Hybrid/Remote)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Enterprise Architect to support large-scale digital transformation initiatives across the water sector. The role involves defining IT strategy, leading enterprise architecture, and managing complex IT programs in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Align IT strategy with business and regulatory objectives
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  Design and maintain enterprise architecture (business, application, data, technical)
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  Support IT governance and act as interim CIO/IT Program Manager when needed
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  Lead and manage IT programs and project portfolios
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  Ensure system interoperability and consistency across environments
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  Integrate cybersecurity, compliance (GDPR, NIS2), and resilience requirements
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  Oversee system mapping, architecture validation, and technology choices
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  Produce documentation and ensure knowledge transfer to internal teams

Technical Scope:

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  Enterprise systems: ERP (SAP), BI, GIS, CMMS, IAM
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  Infrastructure: On-premise, cloud, hybrid environments
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  Industrial systems: SCADA, OT/IT networks
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  Data architecture and system integration

Requirements:

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  Minimum 10 years' experience in IT / Information Systems
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  Minimum 5 years in a similar role (Enterprise Architect, CIO, or IT Manager)
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  Strong expertise in TOGAF (or equivalent architecture frameworks)
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  Experience with IT governance (COBIT, ITIL) and project methodologies (PRINCE2, PMP, SAFe, etc.)
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  Proven experience in complex system integration and multi-project environments
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  Strong knowledge of SAP and open-source ecosystems

Languages:

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  French: Native or bilingual (required)
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  English: Professional working proficiency

Preferred Experience:

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  Public sector, utilities, or inter-municipal environments
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  Knowledge of water sector systems (SCADA, GIS, asset management)

Soft Skills:

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  Strong leadership and stakeholder management
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  Strategic thinking and decision-making ability
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  Excellent communication and documentation skills
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  Ability to work in complex, multi-organization environments
• JD: JP053861