Data Architect (Workplace Desktops) in New York, NY

A well known financial services company based out of New York City is looking Data Architect (Workplace Desktops). Purpose: Develops the Workplace architecture and standards including application landscape, application distribution, desktop builds, application virtualization and hardware/software standards. Works with project teams to understand the customer requirements for the workplace and operates in the capacity of subject mater expert to coach the projects into successful implementations. Understands the business requirements and develops an architecture and roadmap to deliver those requirements. Works with project programmes and partners to review and assess requirements and provide guidance and direction. Scope and Impact: Within the area of the Workplace, to analyse, research, and evaluate alternative solutions and serve as a subject matter expert between the business and the IT organisation. Ensures architecture supports the execution of critical business applications and develops high level continuance plans in the event of a lapse in the architectural infrastructure. Technology delivery or governance role which achieves planned objectives critical to the business. Understands current and future business, technology, strategy, customers and competitors. Is a recognised technical expert in the company. Works on the most complicated technical projects or business issues. Scope will often be across multiple projects or a programme in the Workplace areas including end-user segmentation, application delivery and asset management Major Accountabilities: Responsible to reconcile the Workplace landscape and align it with the agreed strategy. Helps define products and technical direction as well as customer requirements for technology and service. Responsible to work with vendors to ensure the successful realization of projects. Performs a governance role over projects in the area of expertise. Develops standards and policies. Develops technical vision in the Enterprise Workspace area and communicates business impact of technology. Responsible for successful execution of technical work. Aligns technical strategy with business goals. Translates technical judgements into business opportunities and management constraints. Visibility and influence within the wider organisation. Experience: Competencies: Leading Change Managing across boundaries Thinking like a customer Driving for results Building relationships Professional Requirements: Strong technology background in the are of Workplace Architecture including desktop builds, application distribution, packaging, application virtualization, patching, PC hardware compnents and standards, MS Operating Systems. Ten years experience in delivering large scale workplace deployments required. Able to demonstrate ability to managing and transition team through change Previous experience managing of leading and managing large projects Delivery up to Senior Management equivalent level Degree or equivalent work experience Strong relationship building skills PLEASE EMAIL RESUME IN MS WORD WITH SHORT SYNOPSIS OF MATCHING SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE. Interested candidates please contact Pedro Garcia at pedro(dot)garcia(at)ajilon(dot)com Adecco / Ajilon is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here