Job Title: Enterprise Print Architect
Location-Type: Remote or Hybrid
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Contract - 6-9 months
Compensation Range: $85-95/hr
Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, and 401K
Visa Sponsorship: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Job Description:
The Enterprise Print Architect defines and governs the client's global print strategy, architecture, and roadmap, driving standardization, security, and modernization across all enterprise locations.
Job Summary
Develop and maintain the enterprise print strategy and multi-year modernization roadmap aligned to business objectives
Define global standards for printers, multifunction devices, print management platforms, security controls, driver management, and cloud printing technologies
Design and govern a vendor-agnostic print environment supporting multiple manufacturers with consistent user experiences and centralized management
Lead print infrastructure modernization initiatives, including adoption of cloud-based print services and reduction of legacy print server dependencies
Define print security architecture and ensure compliance with corporate security policies, data protection requirements, and regulated environments such as ITAR
Serve as the technology authority for printer manufacturers and managed print service providers, partnering with procurement on RFPs, RFQs, and total cost of ownership assessments
Deliver key architectural artifacts including the enterprise print strategy, global print standards, approved device catalog, and vendor-agnostic architecture framework
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
8 years of experience in enterprise infrastructure, end-user computing, or workplace technology
Demonstrated experience designing and managing large-scale, multi-vendor enterprise print environments
Strong knowledge of print management platforms, cloud printing technologies, and enterprise standardization initiatives
Experience working within manufacturing or warehouse environments at an enterprise scale
Solid understanding of security, compliance, and governance principles including data protection and regulated environments
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Universal Print and Azure or Microsoft 365 services
Experience with Ricoh Managed Print Services and enterprise platforms such as Client, Client, Canon, or Zebra
Background in End User Computing (EUC) architecture
Familiarity with ITAR or other highly regulated and secure environments
Experience leading vendor management and strategic sourcing initiatives