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IT Director, Microsoft D365 Enterprise Architect (CE & FSC)
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Job Description
At Vector Security, we think big, do the right thing, and make a difference every day! If this resonates with you, we invite you to join our team as an IT Director - Enterprise Architect.
We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and growth opportunities. Our work matters to us, our customers, and our team members.
Location: Greater Pittsburgh, PA Area (Warrendale, PA) - Hybrid
Summary:
This role involves integrating and optimizing technologies to meet organizational needs, collaborating with IT and business stakeholders, performing fit-gap analysis, and focusing on R&D and AI. The architect will establish a cross-functional Architecture Center of Excellence (CoE), drive common design practices, stay ahead of technical trends, and provide education and training through POCs and demos. They will serve as the technical help chain for D365, solution complex requests/projects, and approve technical requirements. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, align solutions with business needs, and have no direct managerial responsibilities but must influence through mature leadership skills.
What You'll Do:
Enterprise Architect Function:
Lead the technical design and architecture of our enterprise D365 solutions to meet business requirements and industry best practices. Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout project lifecycles, including architecture, integration, and optimization. Stay current with latest D365 features and industry trends to future-proof solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, including vendor partners, business leaders, IT Managers, D365 Functional leads, and development teams, to ensure solutions meet requirements and projects succeed. Perform fit-gap analysis to identify requirements versus proposed solutions. Oversee D365 application implementations, ensuring quality and adherence to timelines. Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including technical specifications, architecture diagrams, user stories, and business process models. Conduct workshops, training sessions, and provide ongoing support for platform adoption and evolution. Continuously improve solutions and processes by staying informed about new technologies and methodologies, especially in areas like Azure Service Bus, enterprise portals, ISV solutions, Azure Synapse, and Fabric.
AI & Innovation:
Lead R&D to explore new technologies and develop AI-driven solutions such as predictive analytics, machine learning models, and intelligent automation to enhance D365 capabilities. Develop proof of concepts (PoCs), demos, and mockups to validate new solutions.
Center of Excellence (CoE):
Establish and run a disciplined cross-functional Architecture CoE to promote best practices, standardize processes, and ensure architectural consistency.
What You'll Need:
Experience:
Minimum of 15+ years in D365 enterprise architecture, focusing on configuration, implementation, and support. Technical Skills:
Expertise in D365 (Customer Engagement and Finance & Operations), Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, PowerBI), Dataverse, DataLake, Fabric, API integrations, security, data migrations, managed environments, and performance optimization. Communication Skills:
Excellent at stakeholder interaction and vendor management. R&D Experience:
Proven leadership in R&D initiatives, AI solutions, machine learning, and predictive analytics. CoE Experience:
Experience establishing and managing a CoE for best practices and architectural consistency. Integration Experience:
Integrating D365 with other enterprise systems. Methodologies:
Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies. Certifications:
Relevant D365 certifications (e.g., MB-300, MB-310, MB-500). Industry Knowledge:
Familiarity with industry-specific security and service solutions.
What You'll Get:
We offer a
“Total Rewards”
package including: Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility Medical, dental, and vision coverage Company-paid life and AD&D insurance Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance Voluntary benefits 401(k) retirement plan Flexible Spending Account Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) About Us: We are one of the largest security integrators in the country, with over 50 years of experience installing innovative security and smart automation solutions. Our purpose is to make the world more secure, connected, and empowered, one customer at a time. Our Values: Win as a team Do the right thing Make a difference every day Get it done Think big If you share these values, we’d love to hear from you! Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.
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Lead the technical design and architecture of our enterprise D365 solutions to meet business requirements and industry best practices. Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout project lifecycles, including architecture, integration, and optimization. Stay current with latest D365 features and industry trends to future-proof solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, including vendor partners, business leaders, IT Managers, D365 Functional leads, and development teams, to ensure solutions meet requirements and projects succeed. Perform fit-gap analysis to identify requirements versus proposed solutions. Oversee D365 application implementations, ensuring quality and adherence to timelines. Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including technical specifications, architecture diagrams, user stories, and business process models. Conduct workshops, training sessions, and provide ongoing support for platform adoption and evolution. Continuously improve solutions and processes by staying informed about new technologies and methodologies, especially in areas like Azure Service Bus, enterprise portals, ISV solutions, Azure Synapse, and Fabric.
AI & Innovation:
Lead R&D to explore new technologies and develop AI-driven solutions such as predictive analytics, machine learning models, and intelligent automation to enhance D365 capabilities. Develop proof of concepts (PoCs), demos, and mockups to validate new solutions.
Center of Excellence (CoE):
Establish and run a disciplined cross-functional Architecture CoE to promote best practices, standardize processes, and ensure architectural consistency.
What You'll Need:
Experience:
Minimum of 15+ years in D365 enterprise architecture, focusing on configuration, implementation, and support. Technical Skills:
Expertise in D365 (Customer Engagement and Finance & Operations), Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, PowerBI), Dataverse, DataLake, Fabric, API integrations, security, data migrations, managed environments, and performance optimization. Communication Skills:
Excellent at stakeholder interaction and vendor management. R&D Experience:
Proven leadership in R&D initiatives, AI solutions, machine learning, and predictive analytics. CoE Experience:
Experience establishing and managing a CoE for best practices and architectural consistency. Integration Experience:
Integrating D365 with other enterprise systems. Methodologies:
Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies. Certifications:
Relevant D365 certifications (e.g., MB-300, MB-310, MB-500). Industry Knowledge:
Familiarity with industry-specific security and service solutions.
What You'll Get:
We offer a
“Total Rewards”
package including: Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility Medical, dental, and vision coverage Company-paid life and AD&D insurance Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance Voluntary benefits 401(k) retirement plan Flexible Spending Account Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) About Us: We are one of the largest security integrators in the country, with over 50 years of experience installing innovative security and smart automation solutions. Our purpose is to make the world more secure, connected, and empowered, one customer at a time. Our Values: Win as a team Do the right thing Make a difference every day Get it done Think big If you share these values, we’d love to hear from you! Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.
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