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Architect, Network & Telecommunication Services

PageUp Desc Code INF - Architect, Network & Telecommunication Services

Function INF - Information Technology

Subfunction Network & Telecommunication Services

Discipline Network & Telecommunication Services

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 & Telecommunication Services

Network and Telecommunication Services is responsible for the daily administration and management of network and telecommunications components, including network switches, routers, firewalls, proxies, operating systems, infrastructure applications, appliances, and cloud integration. Manages voice, data, and video communication systems throughout the university, analyzing and resolving issues with communication programs.

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 and Telecommunication Architect is a highly specialized role responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing the university’s network and telecommunications infrastructure. This position involves creating robust, scalable, and secure network architectures that meet the institution’s evolving needs. The Architect oversees the integration of various components, including network switches, routers, firewalls, proxies, cloud technologies, and telecommunication systems such as voice, data, and video communication networks. They ensure the systems are aligned with best practices for performance, security, and reliability, supporting the university's academic and administrative operations. As an individual contributor with advanced expertise, the Network and Telecommunication Architect takes the lead on high-level design decisions, strategic planning, and the development of solutions that optimize network performance across a wide range of devices and applications. This includes overseeing the migration from legacy systems to more modern technologies, incorporating cutting-edge innovations to improve functionality, and proactively identifying potential risks to system integrity. The Architect is also responsible for setting technical standards, ensuring the network infrastructure is resilient, and implementing new technologies to maintain a competitive edge and ensure efficient operations. In addition to their technical expertise, the Network and Telecommunication Architect serves as a mentor to less experienced team members, offering guidance and leadership on complex projects. They may collaborate with other senior technical staff and provide strategic recommendations to management, contributing to long-term IT planning. The Architect plays a key role in fostering cross-departmental collaboration and ensuring that the network and telecommunication systems continue to evolve to meet both the current and future needs of the university. Through their leadership and technical expertise, the Architect ensures the university's network infrastructure remains secure, efficient, and scalable.