State of North Carolina · 8 hours ago
IT Architect - Network Infrastructure
NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $157K/yr
6+ years expThe State of North Carolina is seeking an IT Architect specializing in Network Infrastructure to join the NC State Highway Patrol. This role involves strategic planning, architecture, design, and operational reliability of statewide network and communications systems that support law enforcement and public safety operations.
Government
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the architecture, engineering, deployment, and lifecycle management of all NCSHP statewide data communications and network services
Coordinate activities with subordinate staff, telecommunications providers, equipment vendors, and electrical contractors to support new and existing IT systems
Serve as the lead technical authority for network, VoIP, and IT security teams
Ensure the availability, performance, and resiliency of the statewide network supporting mission-critical operations
Maintain the integrity and security of data in transit and ensure compliance with CJIS and applicable state and federal standards
Lead long-range strategic planning initiatives related to network expansion, systems integration, technology refresh cycles, and enterprise modernization
Optimize the use of technical and staffing resources to minimize downtime and operational disruption
Independently manage responsibilities with minimal supervision and plan, organize, and direct the work of others
Manage complex, high-impact infrastructure projects involving significant organizational change or emerging technologies
Define project scope, establish milestones, and ensure successful delivery of project outcomes
Serve as a subject matter expert in enterprise networking, identifying emerging technologies and recommending enhancements to improve organizational effectiveness
Analyze recurring technical issues and architect preventative, enterprise-level solutions
Design and integrate high-visibility hardware and software solutions with significant organizational impact
Establish and maintain professional relationships with vendors and external partners to enhance the Patrol’s network capabilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution AND six years of progressive experience in all areas of information technology architectural components, interfaces and their applications or related work
OR Bachelor's degree in business administration or closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution AND seven years of progressive experience in all areas of information technology architectural components, interfaces and their applications or related work
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience designing and managing law enforcement network infrastructure
Expertise with IS-IS (Intermediate System – Intermediate System) routing protocol within mission critical telecommunication environments
Strong and demonstrated history with data center architecture and design
Expertise with SPBM (Shortest Path Bridging by MAC) L2 network design/installation/supporting background
Company
State of North Carolina
It is a Government Administration Industry.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amanda Martin, PhD
Chief Resilience Officer
Chryste Hofer
Chief Information Officer, Office of State Human Resources
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