INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ARCHITECT Job in Plano 75074, Texas Us
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ARCHITECT
ABOUT US
The M+W Group is the leading global partner for architecture, engineering, construction and project management in the fields of Advanced Technology Facilities, the Life Science industries, Energy Environmental Technologies, Mission Critical, Electronics and other High-Tech Infrastructures. Our focus is technically complex; from concept development to turnkey services, our company manages projects of all sizes ensuring flexibility, rapid realization and cost-effective completion.
We are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees. Our teams bring outstanding expertise to every project, from business and strategic planning to facility maintenance and operations.
We create extraordinary solutions, delivering the unexpected by listening and responding with ingenuity and innovation.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The IT Architect’s role is to develop and maintain the high-level design plan for the overall logical and technical IT architecture. This individual will provide technical leadership and consulting across the organization, from strategic decision making down to the project planning level. The IT Architect will gain organizational commitment for all high-level infrastructure plans, and initiate and participate in projects to evaluate technologies and methods for implementing these plans
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIIES:
Strategy Planning
· Maintain in-depth knowledge of company’s strategic business plans
· Provide architectural consulting expertise, direction, and assistance
· Document and develop in-depth knowledge of company’s existing IT architecture/infrastructure, and technology portfolio
· Conduct research on emerging technologies in support of infrastructure development efforts, and recommend technologies that will increase cost effectiveness and infrastructure flexibility
· Design, develop, and oversee implementation of end-to-end integrated systems
· Report on findings and make recommendations for improvement
· Develop and maintain technology roadmaps
Operational Management
· Collaborate with end users and senior management to define business requirements for complex systems development and gain buy-in for all infrastructure plans
· Review new and existing IT projects, systems designs, and procurement/outsourcing plans for compliance with IT standards and architectural plans
· Provide guidance to junior members of the team
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
· General to advance knowledge of technology in the areas of client server operations, security, networking, business continuity or disaster recovery and their interrelationships
· Technical knowledge of network, PC, and operating systems
· Extensive experience with developing strategic plans
· 3 or more years of work experience in systems design and development
· Exceptional Analytical, conceptual, and problem solving skills
· Excellent English oral and writing skills, German skills a plus
· Excellent technical architectual and support documentation skills
· Ability to conduct research into emerging technologies and trends, standards, and products
· Good knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
· Proven project planning and mangement experience
· Periodic travel
EXPECTED EDUCATION:
· College diploma or University degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or computer engineering
· Current CCIE and MCITP certification desired, CCNP and MCSE required
EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:
· Effectively manages personal time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
· Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
· Projects a positive image to others setting an example for being a trustworthy and ethical business partner
· Highly motivated and assertive in achieving goals in spite of barriers or difficulties and actively works to overcome obstacles to success
· Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:
· Duties will require physical ability to move and navigate in small network closets
· Requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
· Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment with occasional work at a construction job site building or trailer, where the employee is exposed to electrical components and there is a risk of electrical shock
· Sitting for extended periods of time
· The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud
Attractive salaries, supportive environments, and excellent benefits allow for growth and career development with M+W Group. Relocation assistance is available. If you want to join a dynamic environment that supports its employees to move up instead of move on, please forward your resume for consideration to jobs.usa@mwgroup.net
NO OUTSIDE RECRUITERS OR AGENCIES
M+W is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity.