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Architect, Network Architecture

PageUp Desc Code INF - Architect, Network Architecture

Function INF - Information Technology

Subfunction Network & Telecommunication Services

Discipline Network Architecture

Career Track T - Technical/STEM

Career Track Level Individual Contributor - Level 4

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 05

RANGE $102488 - $215224

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 05A

RANGE $112133 - $173807

Classification Information

Network Architecture

Network Architecture plans, conducts research, evaluates, designs, and develops network systems by applying engineering, hardware, and software design to develop the university infrastructure system.

Individual Contributor

In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.

Level 4

Advanced: These positions require an elevated level of experience and education, act independently, and provide team leadership and mentorship.

T - Technical/STEM

Technical roles, including technology and research.

Position Summary

The Network Architecture Architect is responsible for designing and leading the development of the university’s advanced network systems and infrastructure. This role involves planning, researching, evaluating, and implementing network solutions that ensure scalability, performance, and security across a diverse range of network components, such as switches, routers, firewalls, proxies, and cloud integration. The Architect applies engineering principles, hardware, and software design to build systems that support critical voice, data, and video communication needs throughout the university, ensuring the network can adapt to evolving technologies and organizational demands. As an advanced-level individual contributor, the Network Architecture Architect operates with a high degree of autonomy, leveraging deep technical expertise to create innovative network designs and strategies. They are responsible for ensuring that the network architecture is both efficient and secure, recommending and implementing emerging technologies that optimize system performance. The Architect works closely with other senior technical teams to lead the planning and execution of large-scale projects, ensuring that designs are aligned with the university's long-term goals and the latest industry standards. They play a key role in transitioning from legacy systems to more modern, cutting-edge technologies, improving network infrastructure resilience and capability. In addition to their technical responsibilities, the Network Architecture Architect provides leadership and mentorship to other members of the network architecture and IT teams. They guide the professional development of junior staff by sharing expertise, best practices, and strategic insights. The Architect collaborates with senior leadership to define and refine the institution’s overall network strategy, ensuring that architectural decisions support both current needs and future growth. By driving the design and implementation of innovative network solutions, the Architect plays a vital role in ensuring the university’s network infrastructure is robust, efficient, and capable of supporting the institution’s mission and technological advancements.