VP, Lead Enterprise Architect

How would you like to join one of the most highly regarded financial institutions in New Jersey with deep roots in the community? Provident is a successful and highly regarded multi-billion-dollar bank that continues to grow with branches in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania and New York. Our longevity is a testament to our commitment to placing our employees, customers, and the communities we serve at the center of all we do. At Provident Bank, we are committed to enhancing our customer and employees’ experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for design, architecture of large-scale enterprise systems and technical and application projects to direct technology systems in support of organizational requirements. This role will also contribute to the development of enterprise architecture frameworks and assist in aligning IT initiatives with long-term business objectives, while ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for design and architecture of large-scale enterprise systems and technical and application projects to best customize technology systems in support of organizational requirements and ensure project plans and budgets remain consistent with organizational requirements.
• Collaborate with business and technology leaders, stakeholders, engineers and analysts to understand strategic business initiatives, research and understand cutting edge technologies and associated costs to develop technical solutions that satisfy business requirements.
• Collaborate with customers, vendors, industry consultants and senior company leadership to continuously learn and identify opportunities to advance on our business strategy through adoption of new technology.
• Work closely with Information Technology professionals within the company to ensure hardware and software is available for projects and working properly.
• Evaluate technology solutions along with total cost of ownership.
• Evolve/update the enterprise architecture based on changing technologies, and knowledge related to recent, current and upcoming vendor products and solutions.
• Recommend integration strategies, enterprise architectures, platforms and application infrastructure required to successfully implement a complete solution using best practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7 or more years’ experience commensurate with job function.
• This individual should possess knowledge in multiple business and architecture domains, forward thinking, and well-versed in emerging technologies and trends.
• Strong communication (oral and written) skills and briefing preparation/delivery skills to present and influence IT and business management team.
• Working knowledge of banking business domains to influence decision making in‑line with adhering to the standards of the bank.
• Theoretical and practical expertise in multi‑discipline information systems and information technology, including operating systems, systems management, development tools, application program interfaces, database management systems, data warehousing, business intelligence and analyses, development methodologies, transaction processing, messaging software, security, directory services, hardware, telecommunications, and interoperability techniques and standards.
• Possess analytical skills needed to perform system design, analysis and problem solving and to assess the impact of architecture changes on the business, application relationships and information flow.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bank experience preferred, but not required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is mainly performed in a normal office environment. Noise levels usually are moderate.

• Prolonged sitting.
• Lifting from 5 to 10 lbs. (printer paper, storage boxes).
• Occasional bending or overhead lifting (storing files or boxes).
• The hazards are mainly those present in a normal office setting.

HAZARDS:

The hazards are mainly those present in a normal office setting and those present in commuting by car. Occasionally, they may be exposed to those conditions present in public forums and meeting places.

This job description may not be all-inclusive. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management. Provident Bank recognizes and supports the importance of creating a socially and culturally diverse employee base. We understand, value, and appreciate the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce can contribute to our organization. We put the employee and the customer at the center of strategy because culture is a critical differentiator for why people choose to work here. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

$92,300 - $131,800 annually

Please note, the base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job‑related knowledge, education, geographic location, internal equity, and other applicable business and organizational needs.

This role is incentive eligible based upon company, business, and/or individual goal achievement and performance.

Team members accrue paid time‑off (PTO), receive Holiday (PTO) and are eligible to participate in the bank’s Health and Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, Flexible and Health Savings Accounts, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan. In addition, the company provides Disability Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Basic Life Insurance. Company sponsored Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs are also available. Voluntary benefits include Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal plans.

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About Provident Bank

For more than 180 years, Provident Bank has served individuals, families, and businesses in our local communities with personal and business banking services.

Volunteering is a Way of Life

Our brand promise – “Commitment you can count on” – supports the investments we make in the community and donations made by our employees. It’s a promise also reflected in the volunteerism of our employees, who lend time and talent and countless hours to assist hundreds of organizations and thousands of people and animals each year.

Why do we love it?

• We get to volunteer in areas that are meaningful to the bank and impactful in the community.
• Through generous contributions, we have raised over $912,000 in 2022. No item or donation is too small; we find a home for it all.