Network Architect

Network Architect

IT Data Network

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Full Time

80343BR

Job Summary

As the Network Architect, you will occupy a critical role in the strategic development and execution of our network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, robust security, and scalability tailored to diverse organizational needs.

This expert-level position demands a sophisticated mastery of network architecture, deeply integrated with an understanding of organizational goals and technological imperatives.

You will lead the design and implementation of advanced network solutions, collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align network strategies with business objectives, and drive the analysis of complex business requirements into innovative network designs.

Your role also encompasses elevating network security frameworks, optimizing network performance, and managing the full lifecycle of network services from conceptual design to continuous improvement.

Additionally, you will develop and enforce high-level network standards, mentor network engineering talent, and lead the resolution of complex network issues using advanced troubleshooting skills.

This position requires extensive experience in network architecture, advanced professional certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, or JNCIE, and demonstrated leadership in managing large-scale network projects in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

Department Description

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is distinguished as a leading academic healthcare organization, home to groundbreaking discoveries, world-class education, and exceptional healthcare services.

Infrastructure Services (IS) is the backbone of the technological infrastructure, assuring the technical services that enable the academic, medical, and research missions of the organization.

UCSF Infrastructure Services provides 24x7 support to the University community, upholding the highest level of responsiveness and reliability at all times for our customers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, in one or more of the following fields : computer science, computer information systems, etc.
• 7 to 10+ years of expert experience in one of the following fields : network engineering or network architecture.
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) or equivalent
• AWS Solutions Architect - Professional or equivalent
• Advanced working knowledge of LAN, WAN, MAN, wireless, VoIP, cloud networking protocols, OSPF, BGP, IP, Multicast, QOS, MPLS, VPLS, IPv4, IPV6, VxLan and spine-and-leaf architecture.
• Advanced experience with Automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl).
• Expert level skillset in Enterprise Network design engineering analysis and configurations of multi-vendor routing, switching, wireless controller, wireless access points, firewalls, VPN, Load Balancing and DDI services.

i.e. Aruba, Cisco, Brocade, Palo Alto, F5)

• Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentorship, negotiation, and change management.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills and can communicate work assignments to medium-sized teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, in a relevant field such as computer science, computer information systems, etc.
• Experience in complex higher education environments, serving academic, medical, and research and administrative functions of a large public university.

License / Certification

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) or equivalent
• AWS Solutions Architect - Professional or equivalent

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Location

Mission Center Building (SF), San Francisco, CA

Shift

Days, Mon-Fri, 8-5, some after-hours required, on-call

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