we're seeking a dedicated Solution Architect to join our ambitious Digital Architecture team. This role is outstanding as it offers the opportunity to contribute to projects that directly impact the quality of life for Texans through water stewardship, energy management, and community service. As a Solution Architect, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and implementing flawless network infrastructure and IT/OT services that support our mission.
Ten or more years of experience supporting IT/OT network systems (hardware and software),
service delivery, and operations. Experience must include two or more years focused on architecture and design. A degree(s) in computer science, mathematics or a relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or mathematics - Leading the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure IT/OT solutions that align with our business objectives.
- Serving as a key member of the Enterprise Architecture governance team, ensuring compliance with SOC 2 Type 2, SSAE18, NERC CIP, and ISO27001 standards. - Researching and prototyping innovative technology solutions to solve complex business challenges.
- Developing and governing service portfolios using standard methodologies, technology trends, and security considerations. - Collaborating with cross-functional teams to successfully implement network automation, cloud-centric design, and service delivery.
- Integrating operational technology with enterprise IT systems and application services, ensuring flawless functionality and security. - Leading business continuity programs to ensure high availability and disaster recovery, applying load balancer solutions.
- Coordinating network design and implementation, with expertise in OSI model (Layer 2-7), TCP/IP, and various network technologies such as DNS, DHCP, load balancers, and WAN accelerators.
- Implementing virtualization and compute platforms, including converged/hyper-converged servers, SAN and storage platforms, and managing operating systems like Windows Server and Linux.
- Managing security technologies, including IPS/IDS and firewalls, to protect our organization's IT infrastructure. - Experience as a Network Architect.
- Professional-level network design or consulting experience. - A working knowledge of essential hardware and software components within an Operational Technology (OT) environment.
TOP 3 must haves
1.) Network Infrastructure and best practices
2.) Security
3.) DATA and strong knowledge of OSI Model (Open Systems Interconnection Model)
Important to know:
OSI Model 7 Layers.
1.Physical
2.Data Link Layer
3.Network Layer
4.Trabsport Layer
5. Session Layer
6.Presentation Layer
7. Application Layer