About Byline Bank:

Headquartered in Chicago, Byline Bank is a full-service commercial bank serving small- and medium-sized businesses, financial sponsors and consumers. Byline Bank has approximately $9.6 billion in assets and operates 46 branch locations throughout the Chicago and Milwaukee metropolitan areas. Byline Bank offers a broad range of commercial and community banking products and services, including small-ticket equipment leasing solutions, and is one of the top Small Business Administration lenders in the United States according to the national SBA ranking by the U.S. Small Business Administration by volume FY2023. Byline Bank is a member of FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

At Byline Bank, we take pride in being an award-winning workplace. Some of our recent recognitions include:

• U.S. News & World Report named Byline Bank as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the Midwest in 2024-2025

• Best Workplaces in Illinois in 2024 by Best Companies Group and Illinois SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)

• Forbes America’s Best Small Employers 2023

By joining our team, you will become part of an organization that values growth, collaboration, and innovation. We strive to create an environment where employees feel supported and are empowered to excel in their roles. If you're looking for a career with a company that puts people first and makes a difference in the communities we serve, Byline Bank is the place for you.

About the Opportunity:

At Byline Bank, we're looking for hardworking, client-focused individuals to join our dynamic team. As part of our organization, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our clients and make a real difference in the communities we serve. If you're passionate about delivering quality service and thrive in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, let's connect to discuss this Principal Enterprise Architect opportunity!

Objective of Position :

The Principal Enterprise Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the architecture of the bank's technology systems. This includes leading strategic technology initiatives, managing IT infrastructure, and ensuring alignment with business and regulatory needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Architecture Design & Implementation:

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture strategies, frameworks, and blueprints, focusing on the integration of Microsoft technologies (Azure, Office 365, SharePoint, etc.), network infrastructure, and cloud-based services.

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient network architectures across the organization.

• Lead the evolution of the bank's IT infrastructure, ensuring alignment with both current and future business needs.

• Ensure enterprise architecture decisions comply with relevant banking regulations and industry best practices.

• Technology Integration & Management:

• Lead the implementation of Microsoft-based solutions including cloud, security, and productivity tools to optimize operations.

• Oversee the integration of networking components such as routing, switching, and security to support bank-wide IT initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (security, software engineering, operations) to implement end-to-end solutions.

• Vendor Management:

• Manage and cultivate relationships with third-party vendors, particularly SASE providers, ensuring that service level agreements (SLAs) are met, and value is delivered.

• Evaluate and manage technology vendors for network and cloud services, negotiating contracts and managing renewals.

• Continuously assess vendor performance and work closely with procurement to drive cost-effective solutions.

• Leadership & Collaboration:

• Work closely with senior leadership, business units, and IT (external and internal) teams to define architectural standards, solutions, and roadmaps.

• Provide leadership and guidance to technical teams throughout the design, implementation, and maintenance phases.

• Facilitate decision-making by providing expert advice on technical feasibility and business impact of IT solutions.

• Security & Compliance:

• Ensure all architecture solutions comply with security policies, industry standards (e.g., Internal Organization for Standards (ISO), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)), and regulatory requirements specific to the banking industry.

• Collaborate with the security team to design and implement secure solutions, particularly around SASE and other cloud-based security architectures.

• All other duties as assigned.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. A Master’s degree is a plus.

• Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Cisco CCNP/CCIE, or Aruba Certified.

• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focusing on enterprise architecture design and implementation within a banking or financial services environment.

• Experience in working for Banking or financial services industry, preferred.

• Expertise in Microsoft technologies, including Azure, Office 365, Entra, Intune, Active Directory, Teams, SharePoint, etc.

• Knowledge of modern network security concepts, including Zero Trust architectures.

• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud management.

• Strong knowledge of network architecture, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and SD-WAN technologies.

• Experience with Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions, and vendor management for SASE providers.

• Experience with Aruba networks and wireless infrastructure is a significant plus.

• Solid understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance, particularly in the context of financial institutions.

• Proven experience leading large-scale IT transformations and working within cross-functional teams.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office equipment. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices.

At Byline Bank, we value work-life flexibility and support a hybrid work environment for this position. This role allows for a combination of remote and in-office work, with occasional visits to the office based on business needs. Specific in-office days may vary and will be discussed during the interview process.

Compensation & Benefits:

Byline Bank offers competitive industry rate salary bands with the goal of retaining and growing talented individuals. We regularly review and adjust our compensation structure as needed to ensure equity across teams and levels.

The salary range for this position is between $155,000 to $180,000

In addition, Byline provides benefits including medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, paid time off and much more! Depending on the specific role, compensation may also include discretionary bonuses and other benefit programs. The actual compensation package may vary based on factors such as skill set, experience level, and candidate's location.

Additional Information:

Byline Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where the unique differences of our employees are welcomed, respected, and valued. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at Byline Bank are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, protected veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Byline Bank will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Byline Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us directly at 773-475-2900, Option #2.

If applying within the US, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Note to Recruitment Agencies and Third-Party Recruiters:

Byline Bank kindly requests that third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, and recruitment firms refrain from submitting resumes or candidate profiles without a prior agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Byline Bank, and no fees will be paid for placements resulting from such submissions. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Byline Bank is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Byline Bank are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, protected veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Byline Bank will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.