At Arctic Wolf, you won’t just watch the cybersecurity industry evolve – you'll help lead the change. Our global Pack is made up of people who thrive on solving hard problems, moving fast, and building technology that protects organizations around the world. We’re proud to be recognized by Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, CRN, Bartner Peer Insights and IDC MarketScape – but what matters most is the work behind it: delivering real outcomes for customers through award winning innovation like our Aurora Platform.
If you’re looking for meaningful work, smart teammates and the chance to make a real impact in a high-growth company that’s redefining security operations, Arctic Wolf is the right place for you!
Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for an IT Enterprise Systems Architect to be part of making that happen.
About the Role
The IT Enterprise Systems Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and evolving enterprise IT architecture solutions that support scalable, secure, and efficient business operations. This role partners across IT and business teams to solve complex technical challenges, lead architecture initiatives within defined functional strategies, and support modernization efforts including AI enablement, automation, integrations, and cloud transformation.
The role operates with a high degree of independence, providing technical leadership for architectural decisions while aligning solutions to business objectives, security requirements, and operational standards.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Design and maintain enterprise architecture solutions for IT-owned systems and platforms
Lead architecture efforts for moderately complex cross-functional initiatives
Translate business and operational requirements into scalable technical solutions
Define integration approaches across SaaS, cloud, and on-premise platforms
Support AI and automation initiatives through architecture guidance and implementation support
Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations aligned to business needs
Ensure architecture solutions align with security, compliance, and governance standards
Collaborate with Infrastructure, Security, Applications, and business teams on solution delivery
Identify opportunities to optimize system performance, scalability, resiliency, and cost
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to team members and project teams
Contribute to architectural standards, documentation, and best practices
Support vendor evaluations and technology selection activities
About You
You’re a collaborative and solutions-focused technologist with a strong foundation in enterprise architecture and modern platforms. You enjoy solving complex problems, working across teams, and building scalable, secure solutions that drive real impact.
What you bring
Experience with enterprise systems, cloud/hybrid environments, and integration design (API, SaaS, on-prem)
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
A thoughtful approach to security, governance, and performance optimization
A balance of hands-on execution and long-term architectural thinking
Core experience
8+ years in systems, application, or enterprise architecture (or similar roles)
Experience designing and delivering enterprise technology solutions
Solid understanding of infrastructure, system design, and security principles
Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams and evaluate technical solutions
Nice to have
Experience with AI, automation, or modernization initiatives
Familiarity with architecture frameworks or security/compliance standards
Exposure to vendor selection or mentoring team members
On-Camera Policy
To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.
About Arctic Wolf
At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2024), Best Places to Work – USA (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – UK (2024), and Kununu Top Company – Germany (2024). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry.
Our Values
Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.
We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.
We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.
All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:
Equity for all employees
Flexible time off and paid volunteer days
RRSP and 401k match
Training and career development programs
Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical, mental health, dental, disability, life and AD&D, and value-added services
Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services
Fertility support and paid parental leave
Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing [email protected].
Security Requirements
Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).
Background checks are required for this position.
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.
The base salary range for this job family is 126,000.00 to 190,000.00 USD annually. This range reflects the base pay the company reasonably expects to offer for this position, aligned to the broader job family base pay structure. Actual base pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location, including job family level. In addition to base pay, Arctic Wolf offers variable incentive compensation, new hire equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Skills Required
- 8+ years in systems, application, or enterprise architecture
- Experience with enterprise systems, cloud/hybrid environments, and integration design (API, SaaS, on‑prem)
- Experience designing and delivering enterprise technology solutions
- Solid understanding of infrastructure, system design, and security principles
- Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Ensure solutions align with security, compliance, and governance standards
- Background checks (must be able to pass) and authorization to receive export-controlled software/technology if applicable
- Experience with AI, automation, or modernization initiatives
- Familiarity with architecture frameworks or security/compliance standards
- Exposure to vendor selection or mentoring team members
Arctic Wolf Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Arctic Wolf and has not been reviewed or approved by Arctic Wolf.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive plans in sales roles are seen as strong when targets are met, with on‑target earnings positioned as competitive. This dynamic helps explain notably higher satisfaction in sales relative to other functions.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is included for all employees across offers, broadening ownership beyond limited groups. Broad access to equity can provide meaningful upside tied to company performance.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible paid time off and dedicated volunteer time off are core parts of the package. These options expand avenues for time away beyond standard vacation and holidays.
Arctic Wolf Insights
What We Do
The cybersecurity industry has an effectiveness problem. Every year new technologies, vendors, and solutions emerge, and yet despite this constant innovation we continue to see high profile breaches in the headlines. All organizations know they need better security, but the dizzying array of options leave resource-constrained IT and security leaders wondering how to proceed. At Arctic Wolf, our mission is to End Cyber Risk through effective security operations. To achieve this, we believe that organizations must do three key things:
