Information Technology Network Architect

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The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

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Commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

The Network Architect serves as the technical and strategic lead for the RELLIS campus network. This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and evolving the campus-wide network architecture, ensuring performance, scalability, reliability, and security. The role provides technical oversight, establishes engineering standards, and leads the Network Team in delivering Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) for all RELLIS partners and facilities. The architect leads complex design initiatives, coordinates enterprise-level implementations, and functions as the top technical escalation point for the network environment.

Responsibilities:

- Lead the design, implementation, and evolution of the RELLIS campus network architecture (LAN, WAN, wireless, data center, security overlays).

- Develop and enforce network engineering standards, design methodologies, and technical best practices.

- Review and approve network design plans and installation/testing standards

- Evaluate emerging technologies for applicability to RELLIS strategic objectives.

- Serve as the senior technical escalation point for complex network issues across the RELLIS environment.

- Oversee problem management processes, including root-cause analysis and enterprise troubleshooting.

- Ensure reliability, security, and performance of all network systems supporting RELLIS tenants.

- Lead, mentor, and develop the Network Team, providing technical guidance and coordinating engineering activities.

- Set priorities, assign work, and oversee execution of network projects and operational tasks.

- Collaborate with campus leadership on planning, staffing, and long-term service delivery strategies.

- Provide technical leadership for major expansion efforts, new facility integrations, and network build-outs.

- Coordinate and supervise testing procedures to certify architectures meet required performance standards.

- Prepare and deliver project documentation, design packages, reports, and technical summaries.

- Manage technical relationships with equipment vendors, service providers, and external partners.

- Work with RELLIS tenants, agencies, and academic partners to define requirements and align services.

- Ensure network designs and operations comply with security, regulatory, and policy requirements.

- Maintain documentation, diagrams, procedures, and audit-ready materials for continuity and quality assurance.

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Eight years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering, architecture, or related fields.

Registration, Certifications, and Licenses:

- Advanced networking certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP/CCIE).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Demonstrated expertise with enterprise-scale networking, including routing, switching, wireless, and security technologies.

- Ability to manage diverse teams.

- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience leading technical teams.

- Experience with large-scale multi-tenant network environments.

- Experience with ITIL methodologies.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application

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.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.