Chief IT Architect

University of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); Híbrido; USD 130 000 - 180 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

University of Baltimore is seeking a Chief IT Architect to lead enterprise architecture, guide technology decisions and align IT strategy with campus goals.

The hybrid role requires on-campus work at least one day weekly, with telework possible up to four days. Strong collaboration with business units and IT disciplines is essential.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field.
• Five years of experience designing information and system architecture.
• Experience with cloud services and enterprise architecture frameworks.

Responsabilidades

• Build and maintain a framework for technology solutions meeting UBalt needs.
• Lead design reviews and educational sessions for OTS staff.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, vendors and other universities on architecture strategies.
• Review procurements for compatibility with standards and security policies.

Conhecimentos

Analytical Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in computer science or information systems

Master's degree preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Posting:JR102301 Chief IT Architect (Open)Department:UBalt OTS Staff Inst Support Admin, PMPosition Type:RegularOpen Date:11-09-2026Close Date:$130,000 - $180,000Job Description:Reporting to the deputy chief information officer, the chief IT architect provides leadership, guidance and support to the campus community by working collaboratively with business units and information technology (IT) disciplines across the university. This position contributes to the mission of the university by enabling exceptional student experiences through the selection and integration of technology, and by working on efforts that will improve efficiency and effectiveness of administrative and business operations. This position interacts regularly with OTS leadership and all OTS staff, as well as frontline transactional employees, business unit directors, and managers. The architect is responsible for IT architecture development, design, and analysis for the university. Advises OTS senior management on technology decisions to provide the best strategy. The architect monitors industry trends and is forward looking and thinking in advocacy of technology solutions.This is a hybrid position that requires on-campus work at least one day per week, with the option to telework up to four days per week. Additional on-campus presence may be required periodically during the academic year to support university activities and operational needs.ResponsibilitiesTechnology Architecture and Strategy: Builds and maintains a framework for developing technology solutions that meet the university’s technology requirements and the needs of students, faculty and staff.Organizes and leads skill development and educational sessions for OTS staff on emerging technologiesDesigns secure technology solutions based on industry standards and best practicesStays abreast of industry trends and emerging technologiesEvaluates and recommends new products and technologiesDocuments architectural components and systemsAssesses technical concerns, ideas, and suggestionsParticipates as an expert on UBalt and USM workgroups regarding cloud services, system architecture issues, and technology solution strategiesAnalysis of University IT Needs and Solutions: Coordinates review, design, and implementation resulting in effective solutions that meet the needs and expectations of customers.Reviews and provides feedback on all proposed technology purchases requested by the University community to that they meet UBalt’s established standards and methodologies, and advising for any compliance considerationsDocuments university needs in order to define system requirements and specificationsAssesses benefit of architectural alternatives, and recommends solutions that provide the best solution for the universityWorks with the community, external vendors, senior technical staff, peers in the university System of Maryland and other higher education institutions to obtain functional requirements, best practices and technology trendsAnalyzes the scope and impact of proposed systems and integrationsEvaluates hardware and software, and suggests integration methodsCommunicates system requirements to development teamsProvides technical leadership and support to implementation teamsIT Procurement review: Completes pre-procurement reviews of software, subscriptions that are submitted to the IT procurement review process.Performs pre-procurement reviews of software, ensuring appropriate and effective use of technology and that it meets UBalt’s established framework and methodologiesReview procurements for compatibility with both USM and institutional Information Technology security and architecture policies and standards.Change Management for Technology: Establishes and oversees a program to review, coordinate and communicate IT changes resulting in a stable technology environment with no unplanned or unexpected impacts to the user community.Organizes and leads the university’s IT Change Control Board (CCB)Ensures that all technology change requests follow approved change control procedures, and are accurately described and recordedReviews proposed technology changes for adherence to university architectural standards and policies, and the impact to the university communityFacilitates the discussion of proposed changes when necessaryMentors team members regarding the role of change management within the organization and the protocols and procedures employedIT Portfolio Management: Maintains an inventory of IT resources that supports data-driven decision making.Maintains a configuration management database (CMDB) to assist in making data driven decisionsParticipates in the project management process by providing initial technical reviewsServes as a project team member on technology related projectsProvides analysis and reporting of the information relevant to university projects, initiatives, and complianceEnsures CMDB accuracy by meeting with OTS managers twice per year and validating against the Office of Procurement recordsMaintains accurate documentation of the current state of the IT environmentInformation Security: Collaborates with the information technology security staff to develop, document and implement a security architecture and policy that supports the appropriate confidentiality, integrity and availability of data and information technology systems.Incorporates security architecture into enterprise architecture planning and designProvides guidance to the IT security staff by reviewing USM security policies for impact to university technology architectureProvides guidance to staff pertaining to security issuesProvides backup support for information security tasks as necessaryProvides support for audit requirements and audit processes as necessaryMinimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related fieldExperience:Five years of experience designing information and system architectureUnderstanding of IT infrastructure and enterprise architecturesKnowledge of systems including network design and management, and server infrastructurePreferred Qualifications:Education: Master’s degree in computer science, IT engineering, or related field/discipline that informs and supports position responsibilities and dutiesExperience:Seven years of experience designing information and system architectureKnowledge of systems including network design and management, server infrastructure, application and integration architectures, and enterprise data management paradigmsAdvanced understanding of IT infrastructure and enterprise architecturesExperience with higher education IT systemsFamiliarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systemsRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Analytical SkillsAbility to determine big-picture implications from basic specificationsDemonstrated ability to translate complex requirements into forward-thinking functional architectureAbility to be involved in simultaneous projects to assure they are delivered on-time and meet customer requirementsAbility to perform cost-benefit analyses of alternatives and assess riskAbility to understand the legislative, regulatory, policy and procedure requirements regarding enterprise architecture and security, and to apply that knowledge to the university’s systemsOrganizational SkillsProvides input for the development of project plans including tasks, timelines and dependenciesExceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skillsAbility to track and document requirements and other information between multiple partiesAbility to schedule and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlinesAbility to work on multiple projects concurrentlyAbility to develop, adopt, and implement technical standards, as well as integrate industry standardsInterpersonal SkillsExcellent communication skillsDemonstrated ability to successfully interact with multiple stakeholders with divergent interests to obtain common goals and objectivesAbility to work with clients (end users, business unit management, and senior management) in changing business processes, training, defining requirements, and managing issues to assure architecture policies are followedAbility to effectively communicate with all levels of management, make technical presentations in lay terms and fully inform management of pertinent issues and project progressAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel on complex technical issues to obtain the best outcomeTechnical SkillsKnowledge and understanding of software engineering principles and programming languagesAbility to problem solve complex IT issuesKnowledge of the following technologies:Cloud services, technology and infrastructureEnterprise architecture methodologies such as Zachman and The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)Networking protocols and frameworksRouting, switching, and wireless networkingApplication gateways, firewalls, intrusion detection and preventionCommunications technologySecurity incident and event management (SIEM)Security integration approaches and technologies including federationEncryption technologyIdentity and related lifecycle managementDesktop and server operating systemsDatabase managementEnterprise software applications, including ERP and CRM systemsWe offer a competitive benefits package, including health, life, prescription, and dental plans, tuition remission benefits, paid leave (22 days of annual, 15 days of sick, 3 days of personal, and 14-15 holidays) and retirement plans with employer contributions.Additional Job Information:The University of Baltimore (\"UBalt\" or \"University\") does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, age, disability, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics in its programs, activities or employment practices. UBalt is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.About UsLeaders learn here.We’ve been educating leaders for nearly 100 years; you know us through our faculty’s outstanding research and teaching; you know us thanks to the hard work and dedication of our alumni, students and staff. You know us because we are The University of BaltimoreOur 70-plus undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs and certificates are aligned with high-demand careers. Our classes are delivered in flexible formats—day, evening, weekend, online—to fit your life and your schedule.