Overview
In this fully remote contract role, the Enterprise Architect (AI) will spearhead the architectural development for AI initiatives within a major transformation program. The professional will collaborate with engineering teams to refine and finalize a buildable architecture, focusing on creating a well-governed AI framework while leading critical evaluations and design discussions. The position requires a dynamic individual capable of challenging conventional methods and implementing strong governance to support AI use. The contract is set for an initial five months, with a possibility of extension for up to 12 months.
Responsibilities
- Review the draft AI architecture to develop a comprehensive multi-layer design that culminates in a detailed build specification.
- Lead the evaluation and selection of AI gateways, assessing options such as LiteLLM, Kong and Azure APIM.
- Design the request pipeline, environments, egress controls, and Entra ID identity management.
- Define supply-chain controls and establish strategies for model provision, data residency, and isolation.
- Create a permission-aware data approach ensuring AI accesses only authorized information.
- Develop and enforce data loss prevention policies and security specifications, including threat modeling.
- Manage use-case governance from conception to production, including maintaining a register and implementing release gates.
- Deliver reference patterns for major initiatives including AI-assisted software delivery and customer service channels, while chairing design discussions and mentoring successors.
Requirements
- Proven experience in enterprise architecture with a strong understanding of Zero Trust principles.
- In-depth knowledge of Entra ID and conditional access mechanisms.
- Experience with egress and network controls in production settings.
- Familiarity with LLM gateways, model routing, and supply-chain management controls.
- Desirable experience includes operating an LLM gateway in production environments and ensuring compliance with governed data policies.
- Understanding of Managed Cloud Platform (MCP) security frameworks and conducting enterprise security reviews.
- Ability to lead design forums and discussions, fostering creative solutions among team members.