Job Summary:
Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, and they are seeking an Information Technology Network Architect. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining the campus-wide network architecture, ensuring performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
Responsibilities:
โข Lead the design, implementation, and evolution of the RELLIS campus network architecture (LAN, WAN, wireless, data center, security overlays).
โข Develop and enforce network engineering standards, design methodologies, and technical best practices.
โข Review and approve network design plans and installation/testing standards
โข Evaluate emerging technologies for applicability to RELLIS strategic objectives.
โข Serve as the senior technical escalation point for complex network issues across the RELLIS environment.
โข Oversee problem management processes, including root-cause analysis and enterprise troubleshooting.
โข Ensure reliability, security, and performance of all network systems supporting RELLIS tenants.
โข Lead, mentor, and develop the Network Team, providing technical guidance and coordinating engineering activities.
โข Set priorities, assign work, and oversee execution of network projects and operational tasks.
โข Collaborate with campus leadership on planning, staffing, and long-term service delivery strategies.
โข Provide technical leadership for major expansion efforts, new facility integrations, and network build-outs.
โข Coordinate and supervise testing procedures to certify architectures meet required performance standards.
โข Prepare and deliver project documentation, design packages, reports, and technical summaries.
โข Manage technical relationships with equipment vendors, service providers, and external partners.
โข Work with RELLIS tenants, agencies, and academic partners to define requirements and align services.
โข Ensure network designs and operations comply with security, regulatory, and policy requirements.
โข Maintain documentation, diagrams, procedures, and audit-ready materials for continuity and quality assurance.
Qualifications:
Required:
โข Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
โข Eight years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering, architecture, or related fields.
โข Advanced networking certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP/CCIE).
โข Demonstrated expertise with enterprise-scale networking, including routing, switching, wireless, and security technologies.
โข Ability to manage diverse teams.
โข Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
โข Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
โข Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred:
โข Experience leading technical teams.
โข Experience with large-scale multi-tenant network environments.
โข Experience with ITIL methodologies.
Company:
The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest and most impactful higher education systems in the country, with an annual budget of $7.3 billion. Founded in 1876, the company is headquartered in College Station, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.