Principal Enterprise Architect Defense Cloud Services (m/f/d/x)

About T-Systems International GmbH At T-Systems, we offer business customers the right system solutions for their digital business. With our portfolio we ensure that digital transformation reduces complexity, saves costs and makes day-to-day work easier. We focus on the areas connectivity, digital, cloud & infrastructure as well as security - Let's power higher performance!

About the Position

As a Principal Enterprise Architect Cloud Services – Defense Industry, you will significantly shape the technological future of our Defense Cloud Services portfolio. Your expertise in Enterprise and Cloud Architecture, coupled with Strategic IT Consulting, is crucial for identifying innovative technologies and creating measurable value for our clients in the public defense sector and defense industry. You will be responsible for developing target architectures and technology roadmaps, advising internal and external decision-makers at the C-level. You will apply your profound Hyperscaler knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP) and ensure that innovation, security, and specific regulatory requirements, such as IT Compliance (e.g., BSI-Grundschutz, C5), are always harmonized. With your experience in Stakeholder Management and proven frameworks like TOGAF, you will act as a technological thought leader, sustainably shaping the evolution of our portfolio.

Must-Have Skills

• Profound experience in designing complex Enterprise Architectures.
• Expertise in conceptualizing and implementing robust Cloud Architectures.
• Proven ability in strategic IT Consulting at decision-maker level.
• Confident Stakeholder Management at the executive level.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with leading Hyperscaler platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Solid understanding and application of IT Compliance standards (e.g., BSI-Grundschutz, C5).
• Practical application of the TOGAF framework in enterprise architecture roles.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in the public sector, defense environment, or other security-critical industries
• Knowledge of multi-cloud and sovereign cloud strategies
• Practical experience with cloud-native technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, container platforms)
• Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and Platform Engineering
• Experience with Zero Trust architectures
• Knowledge of NATO standards and comparable security frameworks
• Basic knowledge in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI

What We Offer

• Flexible Work Arrangements: We support a healthy work-life balance through flexible working hours and options for mobile work.
• Individual Development: Benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, certifications, and tailored career paths to continuously expand your expertise and achieve your professional goals.
• Innovative Environment: Work in a modern and technologically leading environment, utilize the latest cloud technologies, and actively shape the future of the defense sector.
• Strong Team Culture: Experience an open and collaborative corporate culture that values diversity, fosters teamwork, and provides space for innovative ideas.
• Attractive Overall Package: We offer a competitive salary, extensive social benefits (e.g., company pension scheme, health promotion), and additional perks.

Do you think this job is made just for you? Then use the chance to apply online now! In case of equal qualification, disabled candidates will be considered preferentially. We look forward to getting in contact with you! This position is also possible on a part-time basis. Severely disabled people will be given priority if they are equally qualified.