IT Infrastructure Solutions Architect

Canvas; Arnold (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas is seeking an experienced IT/Communications Planner to develop and maintain strategic policies, plans, and guidance for enterprise IT environments at AEDC and related programs.

You will lead multi-discipline projects, review architectural improvements for ROI, and manage initiatives from conception through deployment. Strong written and oral communication, plus the ability to work with government contractors, are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Management, communications engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of UFC communication standards.
• Experience in Comm/IT planning, designs, and project management.
• Broad Comm/IT experience including Ethernet, networking protocols, servers, AV and fiber optic systems.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to interface with Government contractors and civilians.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Must be able to obtain DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic IT/communications plans and policies.
• Review architecture improvements to ensure ROI and consolidate growth.
• Lead special projects coordinating C4 disciplines and write technical specs.
• Ensure AEDC and USAF regulations are followed.
• Act as IT planner and design specialist for AEDC/MAJCOM programs.
• Participate in full lifecycle of local and enterprise projects from concept to deployment.
• Draft and review Statements of Work for IT Comm projects.
• Provide project management for Comm/IT modifications and enhancements.
• Assess and recommend fiber/copper cabling and pathways for connectivity.

Skills

Policy development

IT planning

Project management

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Management

Tools

Ethernet networking

Audio/Video systems

Fiber optic systems

Job description

Duties

• Develop and maintain strategic plans; assess policy needs and develop policies to govern IT activities; provide policy guidance to IT management, staff and customers; define current and future business environments.
• Use standard business practices when reviewing Comm/IT architecture improvements to ensure systems provide sufficient return on their investment. Manage projects approved for implementation, which include Comm/IT consolidation and/or growth. Redesign Comm/IT architecture to ensure sufficient IT infrastructure is available to support the future requirements of the organization.
• Act as the project lead on special projects related to the interrelationships of multiple Command, Control, Communications and Computers (C4) disciplines (voice, data and video). Write technical specifications for customized solutions to state network projects; review proposed solutions, oversee project implementation, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain awareness of and adhere to Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) and USAF regulations and procedures.
• Serve as an experienced IT planner and design specialist for assigned AEDC and MAJCOM programs and projects.
• Participate in the full lifecycle of local and enterprise projects, from conception and design reviews to deployment.
• Write and review Statements of Work/Statements of Objectives for IT Comm projects.
• Perform project management onComm/IT modifications (voice, video and data), architecture and enhancements.
• Collect, analyze and recommend both inside and outside plant communications requirements, including fiber optic and copper cabling and conduit pathways to ensure seamless connectivity between buildings and facilities.
• Provide technical oversight of base-wide telecommunications, future requirements planning and special projects.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure that technical information is clearly conveyed and documented, citing policy source and guidance.
• Establish and participate in internal command and external meetings, working groups, design reviews, and special projects.
• Review and recommend changes for Work Planning Cost elements.
• Draft, update, and review Support Agreements.
• Develop policies and procedures to maximize network operations.
• Provide technical guidance and instruction to internal customers and IT specialists.

Additional Tasking (May Include)

• Acting as the resource advisor, managing the budget and financial aspects of communication projects and operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree inInformation Systems Management, communications engineering, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of UFC communication standards.
• Broad Comm/IT Experience toincludeEthernet,networkingprotocols,servers,AudioVisualand fiber optic systems.
• Experience in IT Communications planning, designs, and project management.
• Knowledge of a wide range of IT principles, concepts, and methods.
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with Government contractors as well as Government civilians.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Dedication to achieving Canvas standards of quality and excellence.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. Applicants for positions which require a US government security clearance must meet eligibility requirements to include US citizenship.