Network Architect
University of Iowa Health Care Information Systems has an opportunity to join our team as a Network Architect! The Network Architect position has extensive knowledge in their subject area including a minimum of 5-7 years at the senior level in their field. Duties include troubleshooting, maintaining, and building Cisco enterprise-class networks, designing and presenting complex technical topics to team members and others in and outside of HCIS. Individuals need to possess strong analytical and communication skills, the ability to collaborate and drive tasks forward with multiple technical teams, and handle on-demand troubleshooting with critical hospital networking devices. At this level it is also required to serve as a lead network engineer for various capital projects including new hospital buildings and large renovations. Project tasks include strong knowledge of all network team services.
Position Responsibilities:
- Lead network architecture design, implementation, and maintenance of campus networks to meet institutional requirements and standards.
- Configure, maintain, install and troubleshoot edge switch gear, and core and border routing equipment.
- Evaluate and recommend hardware and software solutions.
- Interact with peer institutions to discuss technologically current or emerging network solutions and best practices.
- Troubleshoot complex network related problems that have a significant impact; Escalate service outages as appropriate to IT management.
- Create custom applications using programming and scripting languages to resolve both tactical and strategic problems.
- Configure, maintain, install and troubleshoot regional optical transport equipment.
- Create, maintain and review all network documentation.
- Review and validate network vendor support contract information.
- Create, review, and submit network standards, procedures, and policies for IT Management and institutional approval.
- Assist IT groups on campus to understand and document network behavior for specific applications.
- Present to large, campus-wide and/or public audiences.
- Discuss network requests and facilitate network requirement definitions with customers.
- Lead discussions with current and potential vendors.
- Function as technical expert and/or project lead for network services projects.
- Develop models and procedures for installation and support of networking services.
- Represent the University of Iowa in pertinent local, state, regional and national contexts and relationships.
- May hire, develop, and manage the performance of staff; assure staff is compliant with UI policies and procedures.
- Assist in budget development and provide projections and recommendations.
- Occasional travel in eastern Iowa.
Health Care Information Systems (HCIS): Provides and supports information and communication systems and technology that facilitate quality patient care, progressive medical education, and innovative research.
- Pay Grade: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure
- Salary: $99,062 to commensurate – Paygrade 6B
- The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including 24 days paid vacation per year to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
- Percent of Time: 100%
- Location: 3281 Ridgeway Drive, Coralville, IA
- Staff Type: Professional & Scientific
- Type of Position: Regular
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering of Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and related experience (typically 10+ years)
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in; Knowledge of concepts, technologies, philosophies and tools for the design of organization's network infrastructure and services.
- Knowledge and ability to design, implement and support data networks hardware, facilities and software
- Advises others in resolving complex, multi-component failures.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with a population of technical and non-technical individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
- A valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards is required
- Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of a variety of telecommunications software and associated platforms and protocols.
- Knowledge of a variety of technologies for Remote Site transmission of voice, data, fax, video or navigational information.
- Knowledge of a variety of Campus networks, protocols
- Knowledge of and experience with configuration and maintenance of BGP, OSPF, STP, HSRP, QoS, 802.1q, 802.1x, QoS, MPLS, DNS, DHCP, multicast, Syslog.
- Knowledge of various Cisco hardware families including 8k ISR, 9k switching, 9k Wi-Fi
To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. A cover letter is desired as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
