IT ARCHITECT - INFRASTRUCTURE (ENTERPRISE NETWORK & DATA SERVICES)

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IT ARCHITECT - INFRASTRUCTURE (ENTERPRISE NETWORK & DATA SERVICES)

Salary

$126,100.00 - $152,000.00 Annually

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

33768

Department

Houston Information Technology Services

Division

HITS - ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES (EIS)

Opening Date

05/01/2024

Closing Date

5/31/2024 12:00 AM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: IT ARCHITECT – INFRASTRUCTURE (ENTERPRISE NETWORK & DATA SERVICES)

Posting Number: 33768

Department: HOUSTON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICE Division: ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES

Reporting Location: 611 WALKER, 9th FLOOR.

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Information Technology Services (HITS) Network & Data Services team supports an infrastructure that consists of more than 350 sites spread across the City of Houston. This includes thousands of network devices and multiple datacenters which collectively support the needs of over 20,000 city employees and 23 city departments including mission-critical public safety services. This IT Architect – Infrastructure position is crucial to helping the City of Houston to develop and maintain a robust, resilient, and secure network infrastructure.

This position provides technical guidance to the Enterprise Network & Data Services team made up of operations and maintenance analysts, technicians, and/or engineers and requires expert level technical knowledge in performing analysis/troubleshooting of complex software, hardware, and transmission facilities. The position provides guidance and direction for planning and engineering efforts and test/evaluation programs to include the installation and on-going administration and support of the associated network infrastructure (LAN, MAN, WAN, Cellular, Microwave, Wi-Fi, and Cloud). The Architect will maintain complete records of the networks that they support to include network drawings, written descriptions, and equipment configurations.

The candidate will play a major role in the overall network architecture, provide technical guidance to junior team members, complete tasks at the highest level of technical difficulty, and maintain professional communication with business stakeholders and customers. The IT Architect heavily influences the overall network technology road map, design, and architecture standards and partners with city departments to develop solutions that meet the needs of the city.

The position requires familiarity with:

• Cisco Routing and Switching Platforms (Catalyst, Nexus, ASR, ISR, etc.)

• Cisco ACI

• Cisco DNAC

• Cisco ISE

• DMVPN

• EIGRP/BGP/OSPF

• NX-OS/IOS XE

• SD-WAN

• VRF/MPLS

• VPC/VSS

• DNS

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of network security best practices (both theoretical and applied) and must adhere to all Cybersecurity Policies and Procedures to ensure the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability of critical systems. Prior experience with FBI CJIS requirements and familiarity with FIPS 140-2 is preferred but not required. Candidate must successfully pass a CJIS background investigation with the Houston Police Department within 6 months of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. May occasionally require work in outdoor environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field. Holds multiple system-specific technical certifications; recognized as having mastery of a particular technical discipline. A Master’s degree in Computer Science or Management and Information Systems or closely related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the experience requirement.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

At least ten (10) years of specialized experience in an IT infrastructure system.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

Preferences shall be given to those with the following qualities:

• Experience as a Senior Network Engineer/Architect

• Expert knowledge of LAN/MAN/WAN ethernet services

• Current or former CCIE

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 33

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832/393-0204).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-0204). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Which best describes your education?

• High School Diploma

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or Beyond

• None of the Above

  03

  How many years of experience do you have supporting IT Infrastructure in an Enterprise IT environment?

• Less than 8 years of experience

• 8 years of experience

• 9 years of experience

• 10 years of experience

• 11 years of experience

• 12 years of experience

• 13 years of experience

• 14 years of experience

• 15 years of experience

• I have no experience supporting IT Infrastructure of a department or Enterprise IT environment

  04

  How many years of experience do you have designing network infrastructure systems in an enterprise environment?

• Less than 2 years of experience

• 2 years of experience

• 3 years of experience

• 4 years of experience

• 5 years of experience

• I have no designing network infrastructure in an enterprise environment

  05

  How many years of experience do you have as a Network Engineer / Analyst / Architect?

• Less than 6 years of experience

• 7 years of experience

• 8 years of experience

• 9 years of experience

• 10 years of experience

• I don't have any experience as a Network Engineer / Analyst / Manager

  06

  How many years of experience do you have managing LAN / MAN / WAN ethernet services in an environment with 50 or more sites?

• Less than 6 years of experience

• 7 years of experience

• 8 years of experience

• 9 years of experience

• 10 years of experience

• I don't have any working knowledge of LAN / MAN / WAN ethernet services

  07

  How many years of experience do you have in managing Network Carrier Vendors?

• Less than 6 years of experience

• 7 years of experience

• 8 years of experience

• 9 years of experience

• 10 years of experience

• I don't have any experience in managing Network Carrier Vendors

  08

  Which network certification(s) have you held (expired or current) Check all that apply?

• No certifications

• Cisco Certified Technician (CCT)

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

• Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)

  09

  Please describe your experience with both the architectural design and the trouble shooting/restoration of complex enterprise class service issues. (See Resume will delay review of your application)

  10

  Please provide a list of all valid certifications you currently hold and their validity date(s) ("See Resume" will delay review of your application)

  Required Question