How much does a Top Systems Architecture Executive make in Washington, DC? The average Top Systems Architecture Executive salary in Washington, DC is $303,165 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $264,754 and $343,118. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Top Systems Architecture Executive Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Top Systems Architecture Executive Salary $229,783 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Top Systems Architecture Executive Salary $264,754 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Top Systems Architecture Executive Salary $303,165 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Top Systems Architecture Executive Salary $343,118 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Top Systems Architecture Executive Salary $379,493 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
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Job Description for Top Systems Architecture Executive

Top Systems Architecture Executive oversees all aspects of the architectural design, development, and deployment of an organization's overall IT systems. Creates the strategy, design, and vision of the entire systems architecture function. Being a Top Systems Architecture Executive ensures that systems are designed to consider functional requirements, scalability, and security. Evaluates system solutions based on user needs, cost, and required integration with existing applications, systems, or platforms. Additionally, Top Systems Architecture Executive identifies and researches potential technology products to enhance solution delivery. Develops strategies and policies to meet overall business goals. Collaborates with vendors or third-party service providers to negotiate and acquire essential software/hardware to maintain systems architecture. May require a master's degree. Typically reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Top Systems Architecture Executive manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Top Systems Architecture Executive salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Top Systems Architecture Executive, the highest Top Systems Architecture Executive salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Top Systems Architecture Executive salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Top Systems Architecture Executive salary is in Miami, FL, where the Top Systems Architecture Executive salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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