What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Network Architect position at Prairie View A&M University?
Job Title
IT Network Architect
Agency
Prairie View A&M University
Department
Center For Information Technology Excellence
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Prairie View, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Information Technology (IT) Network Architect, under direction, manages enterprise network architecture, design, integration, configuration, and implementation of computer networks, local area networks, wide area networks, internet, intranet, cloud, convergence, and other data communication systems. This position is grant-funded or supported by restricted funding. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal of the grant or restricted funding source.
Responsibilities:
- Oversees the design activities for enterprise level network projects. Approves network design plans. Approves and tests methods and plans used to certify complex networking projects to required installation design standards. Work with end users (faculty/researchers) to identify their research needs and design solutions to fit their needs. Establishes protocols and processes for problem management and support. Continuously monitors effectiveness of established processes and protocols.
- Establishes standards for the development of plans for new networks or upgrades. Oversees input from clients, systems administrators, contractors, and vendors to develop specifications and plans for enterprise-wide networks. Establishes the standards and processes used to document network engineering designs, and plans and maps methods, procedures, problems, and repairs. Establishes enterprise level standards for the implementation of new technology deployments and system integration testing.
- Assists establishing procedures for compliance with enterprise and state network security regulations. Oversees the enterprise processes for the evaluation of new technologies. Makes technical recommendations to executive leadership.
- Collaborates with project leaders and executive staff to develop work plan and time schedules for projects including outlining phases, identifying personnel, and computing equipment requirements.
- PCI DSS Program adherence, IT standards and best practices, policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or related field.
- Ten years of related experience in network engineering, routing and switching, wireless projects, network protocols, encryption, topologies, overall system integration/convergence, and/or video and data convergence, integrating systems in multi-user, multiplatform, and multitasking operating system environments.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of interior and exterior routing and switching protocols, domain name system (DNS), dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP), proxy functions, security protocols, time protocols, tag and label switching, real-time protocols for voice and/or wide area network (WAN) communication protocols.
- Knowledge of virtualization and storage area network (SAN) solutions in network, security, and computing.
- Knowledge of network system analysis and design techniques for voice (wireless and wired), video, and data.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of IT architecture, application of systems theory, advanced negotiation skills, enterprise-level operations, multi-team leadership and coordination, advanced project management, advanced vendor relations, advanced business acumen, and change management.
- Knowledge of interior and exterior routing and switching protocols, domain name system (DNS), dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP), proxy functions, security protocols, time protocols, tag and label switching, real-time protocols for voice and/or wide area network (WAN) communication protocols.
- Knowledge of virtualization and storage area network (SAN) solutions in network, security, and computing. Knowledge of network system analysis and design techniques for voice (wireless and wired), video, and data.
- Knowledge of firewalls.
- CCNP, CCIE or related certifications preferred.
- Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Job Posting Close Date:
- 06/19/222
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as really, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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