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Mike:
I have been in the architecture field for many years and my current title is Chief Architect. In my role I am responsible for an Enterprise Architecture department. I do not do much coding anymore but have done just about every aspect of IT over the years - Coding, systems analysis, project management, R&D, networking, and infrastructure design.
I agree with your definition but I would add architecture is about managing change.
In terms of types of architects. I have created 3 architect roles each with a number of disciplines.
The roles are solution architect, enterprise architect and principal. Within each of these I have defined the disciplines of applications, data & infrastructure.
I thought you might enjoy hearing from someone who has worked in Enterprise architecture for a long time.