Executive Director, Enterprise Architecture

CVS Health

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Work At Home-Colorado
Salary
$175,100–$334,750 / yr
Posted
7 days ago
Closes
Aug 15, 2026

Market check

Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $216k
This role $255k
$147k most similar roles pay here $355k

This role pays more than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $177,900–$254,481 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $255k versus about $216k for comparable roles.

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About CVS Health

CVS Health is a leading American healthcare company operating retail pharmacies, pharmacy benefit management services, and a health insurance segment through Aetna, one of the nation''s largest health insurers. Industry: Healthcare & Pharmacy

CVS Health currently has 152 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,450–$260,590 across 149 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Executive Director, Enterprise Architecture

The Executive Director of Enterprise Architecture leads strategic technical direction across the enterprise, partnering with senior leaders to align architectural decisions with business strategy. This role involves defining and maintaining an architecture vision, driving cloud infrastructure strategies, and evaluating emerging technologies like AI platforms and data services. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading application portfolio rationalization, embedding security controls, and engaging in executive-level communication on technology investments. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience with deep expertise in enterprise architecture across AWS, Azure, or GCP, along with a track record in leadership roles within highly regulated industries such as healthcare. Essential skills include strong knowledge of application security frameworks, cost optimization, and the ability to build and mentor an influential architecture team.

What you'll do

  • Define and maintain enterprise architecture vision aligned with business strategy.
  • Lead cloud infrastructure strategy focusing on cost optimization and multi-cloud positioning.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and make directional recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Rationalize application portfolio using risk-tiered frameworks for prioritization.
  • Embed architecture-level security controls across the technology portfolio.
  • Translate architectural trade-offs into clear narratives for executive communication.

What we're looking for

  • At least 15 years of progressive technology experience with 5+ years in senior architecture or engineering leadership.
  • Deep expertise in enterprise and solution architecture across major cloud platforms (AWS required).
  • Proven track record leading architecture governance, platform strategy, and technology portfolio management at scale.
  • Strong understanding of application security, compliance frameworks, and risk-based prioritization.
  • Experience building and scaling architecture teams.

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