IT Systems Architect 2
Job ID: 278767
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Job Summary
The IT Systems Architect 2 serves under the supervision of the Director of Web and Digital Services to perform architecture and programming support on multiple projects. Works closely with Web Services team members and business partners during all phases of projects to analyze requirements in the context of related infrastructure applications and systems. Works with customers, external and internal to IT, to support existing and new PHP applications, databases, and the infrastructure on which they reside.
This staff member will carry out their duties by adhering to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct, acting in the best interest of the organization, and fully supporting the mission, vision, and values of Augusta University and all entities represented.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
PROGRAMMING SUPPORT: Works with customers to provide programming support for PHP applications supporting augusta.edu and other websites, including rearchitecting existing applications to meet current design standards, testing and addressing cybersecurity issues, and debugging.
TECHNOLOGY SME: Investigate emerging technologies and act as a subject matter expert to determine technology and infrastructure standards cross-functionally; Participate in special projects or perform other duties as requested.
MANAGE SERVER ARCHITECTURE FOR WEBSITE TECHNOLOGIES: Manage and administer the server architecture for existing website technologies for augusta.edu and related properties, including managing software versions, ensuring reliability and uptime, and defining clear upgrade paths for critical web server architecture.
DEFINE AND DOCUMENT TARGET ARCHITECTURE MODELS: Define and document target architecture models, processes, and policies related to core infrastructure; Anticipate growth and ensure scalability of the infrastructure to include servers, storage, network, and infrastructure applications.
LEAD ARCHITECTURE REVIEWS AND AUDITS: Lead architecture reviews and audits, including technical security, disaster recovery, and business continuity programs; Serve as a subject matter expert for the design of technical infrastructure to integrate solutions into existing technology standards.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field and a minimum of three years of experience
OR
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field and a minimum of six years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in PHP, and/or Java Script
Experience managing a LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/ databases.
Experience supervising and directing staff and project implementations.
Knowledge and experience with learning management systems and other instructional technologies.
Knowledge of all facets of networking, including LAN/WAN/WLAN infrastructure & file server inter-operations.
IT Client Support knowledge, including desktop support, infrastructure, servers, network, video conferencing, PC Support, and related.
Extensive knowledge of the activities, processes, resources, and technologies involved in technology management, and leadership.
Knowledge of local area networks, wide area networks, wireless networks & communication protocols, video over TCP/IP & voice over TCP/IP.
Knowledge of current technologies, project development cycle, and project management tools; documentation needs & techniques; structured systems methodologies; & data mapping techniques.
Experience in academic technology, including providing instructional support, and related services in multiple modalities.
SKILLS
Presentation & project management skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Leadership skills, including team building and effective management.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational, prioritization, and customer service skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to negotiate.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to determine the nature of application software problems, clearly communicate technical knowledge to team members & conduct and evaluate systems testing.
Proven ability to develop an effective, collaborative working relationship with a variety of representative groups with potentially dissimilar priorities.
Ability to design, develop & implement integrated moderately complex application systems solutions to organizational requirements using relational database, client-server & internet technologies.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; Monday-Friday (work outside of regular business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B16
Salary: $95,200/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job ID: 278767
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
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