IT Architect
- Employer
- The University of Kansas
- Location
- University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Under general direction and with a high degree of autonomy, the IT Network Architect leads the development and implementation of network architecture and technology solutions for a large and complex enterprise environment.
The position provides architectural leadership for enterprise networking initiatives, develops network architecture standards, evaluates emerging technologies, and develops technical roadmaps. The position collaborates extensively with KU IT leadership, engineers, architects, security personnel, University stakeholders, vendors, and external partners to develop and implement technology solutions supporting University priorities.
KU does not provide H-1B sponsorship for this position.Job Description45% – Network Architecture, Design, and Technical Leadership
- Leads the architecture, design, technical standards, governance, coordination, and implementation of enterprise networking technologies supporting the University of Kansas.
- Develops network architecture and engineering standards that promote reliability, scalability, performance, security, supportability, and operational consistency.
- Provides technical leadership and oversight for the design and implementation of major network infrastructure initiatives and complex technology solutions.
- Consults with University stakeholders and KU IT teams to understand business and technology requirements and translate those requirements into effective infrastructure designs.
- Evaluates proposed network designs, technologies, and solutions for alignment with enterprise architecture, technical standards, and long-term University requirements.
- Establishes, maintains, and improves standards, engineering practices, processes, and technical requirements for enterprise network infrastructure and related services.
- Provides advanced technical consultation on complex infrastructure designs and technology decisions.
- Mentors and provides technical guidance to IT Engineers and other technical professionals.
- Reviews major network changes, designs, and implementation plans and provides technical direction when architectural or engineering decisions are required.
- Identifies opportunities to improve the reliability, security, manageability, scalability, and efficiency of enterprise network services.
- Serves as a senior escalation point and technical authority for complex issues affecting enterprise network infrastructure and services.
- Leads diagnosis and resolution of complex network architecture, performance, availability, configuration, hardware, and service issues.
- Coordinates with engineers, other KU IT teams, technology vendors, and external partners to resolve incidents and problems requiring advanced technical expertise.
- Analyzes recurring or systemic issues and develops architectural, engineering, automation, or operational improvements to reduce risk and prevent recurrence.
- Provides technical oversight of network monitoring, capacity management, configuration management, lifecycle management, and other systems used to operate the enterprise network.
- Develops and reviews network operational procedures, technical documentation, and engineering standards.
- Serves as an expert technical resource in the development of network infrastructure strategy and tactical plans aligned with University and KU IT objectives.
- Develops and maintains technology roadmaps addressing infrastructure lifecycle, capacity, resilience, security, automation, modernization, and emerging technology requirements.
- Evaluates new and emerging networking, cloud networking, automation, and security technologies and provides recommendations regarding adoption, standards, architecture, and long-term direction.
- Provides technical input into infrastructure planning, technology investments, vendor evaluations, and major technology initiatives.
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma/GED and ten years of relevant professional experience; OR an Associate degree and eight years of relevant professional experience; OR a Bachelor's degree and six years of relevant professional experience.
- Three years of technical administration, engineering, or design experience with networks in a large enterprise-scale IT environment.
- Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, or providing technical leadership for complex network infrastructure as shown in application materials.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills as demonstrated through application materials and work experience.
- Experience working collaboratively across technical teams and with customers, stakeholders, or technology vendors as shown in application materials.
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
- Resume
- List of three (3) professional references
Raymond Wright
raymond.wright@ku.edu
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Working at the University of Kansas
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