19 Sep
IT Architect
Maryland, Laurel , 20707 Laurel USA

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Apex Systems is looking for you to become an IT Architect/Systems Architect for one of our top clients in the Baltimore/Columbia areas! Role: Network Architect / Systems Architect (Information Technology) Location: Company is in Columbia, MD but the VP is very flexible with remote work / telework. Prefers someone local to MD/DC as they would prefer someone to be able to visit campus periodically! Project: Building Windows and Linux platform for a new systems integration project Tech Landscape: on-prem to cloud migrations (AWS), VMWare, VDI, Fiserv Nautilus, Spectrum, or DNA software products, Planview CTM (don't need experience with all of these, we have tech training we can provide!) Length: role can be considered on a 6-month contract-to-hire, long-term contract or direct hire basis! Team/Group/Reporting Structure: Smaller IT environment (about 80-90 technology staff). This role will join the Information & Technology Services team and report to the VP. Compensation/Benefits: 130-150K range, with excellent healthcare benefits, 401K, and pension plan! Additional Details/Perks: Also offer various technical and leadership training programs, including access to certification bootcamps for 120+ tech certifications. Interested in applying? Send resume to Ben Sheridan, Sr. Account Manager, via bsheridan@apexsystems.com! Summary of Network Architect / Systems Architect: IT Architect is responsible for managing the definition and development of new and existing systems and application integrations in support of the achievement of strategic business objectives. This can include work on virtual and cloud environments as well as traditional hardware and software applications. The role will also support making information available through solutions that are safe from internal and external threats, reliable, and supportive of business objectives. The IT Architect's role is to develop and deliver enterprise-wide technology solutions using common standards where possible, and customized solutions when necessary. Success is achieved through a strong focus on service delivery that recognizes and values the need for user acceptance on an equal footing with technology outcomes. Core Responsibilities:

  • Builds and maintains strong working partnership with key service stakeholders.
  • Translates business requirements into functional requirements from which a solution can then be developed.
  • Serves as lead in the design of application and infrastructure solutions.
  • Reviews, analyzes, and recommends technology enhancements based on recognized industry practices.
  • Manages designs that consider the interoperability of existing IT systems and services.
  • Proposes solutions that align with business needs, information security practices, business continuity disciplines, and corporate policies.
  • Documents architecture, workflows, and changes to existing solutions.
  • Provides and contributes to department project leadership; collaborates with the VP, ITS to set strategy and make architecture decisions. The IT Architect will act on behalf of the VP, ITS in his/her absence for decisions regarding standards and architecture.
  • Actively participates in budget and oversight processes by providing information reporting and approved recommendations to Technology Advisory Board (TAB) and IT Steering Committee.
  • Provides technical guidance and risk mitigation strategies to ITS staff members that includes general knowledge transfer to increase subject matter expertise.
    • Requirements of Network Architect / Systems Architect:
    • 5+ years effective experience of design of Enterprise IT architecture and implementing standard integration practices
    • Demonstrated focus on customer-centric solutions that are fueled through technology, in support our membership
    • Experience designing & rationalizing IT systems of moderate complexity, with organization-wide impacts
    • Deep understanding of technology infrastructure elements: server, network, telephony, storage, and databases
    • Solid background with application integration, and information security considerations
    • Experience documenting complex systems, use cases, and process flows with common tools such as Visio, and other MS Office products
    • Strong background in virtualization - vmware, VDI
    • Systems integration, including with commercial off the shelf security solutions and other vendor software
    • Demonstrated success building partnership between the technology organization and business stakeholders
    • Involved in the development of policies, standards and guidelines that direct the selection, development, implementation and use of Information Technology within the credit union
    • Ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical users at all organizational levels
    • Ability to present ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form
    • Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures for a diverse audience
    Preferred Qualifications of Network Architect / Systems Architect:
    • Credit union or financial services experience
    • Experience with Fiserv Nautilus, Spectrum, or DNA software products
    • Planview CTM experience
    • Experience with on-prem and cloud solutions, including migrations to cloud native environments
    • Experience developing solutions for a mixed workforce of on-site and remote users
    Again, you don't need to have experience with all of these technologies. We have technical training we can provide you!EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystemsinc.com or 844-463-6178.

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