Lead Network Architect

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Lead Network Architect to define the long-term vision, strategy, and architecture for the system's network infrastructure.

This role will ensure the network enables current and future care delivery models, including digital health, telehealth, and smart hospital initiatives, while meeting stringent requirements for resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in enterprise networking, incl. 3+ years in senior role
• Experience with Cisco data center, wireless, security, and SD-WAN
• Hospital or health system experience preferred
• Familiarity with HHS-405(d), NIST, IEC 80001-1 frameworks

Responsibilities

• Set long-term network vision and architecture for hospital system
• Align network strategy with digital health, telehealth, and smart hospital initiatives
• Advise IT leadership and collaborate with security, clinical engineering, facilities
• Lead architecture for new hospital builds and large integrations

Skills

Network design

Security architecture

Zero trust

Cloud networking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CCNP

CCIE

CCDE

TOGAF

HCISPP

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary: The Lead Network Architect will be responsible for setting the long-term vision, strategy, and architecture for the hospital system's network infrastructure. This role will ensure the network enables current and future care delivery models, including digital health, telehealth, smart hospital initiatives, while meeting stringent requirements for resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance. The Architect will advise IT leadership and partners closely with Information Security, Clinical Engineering, Facilities, and Enterprise Architecture. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's or Master's degree in information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in enterprise networking experience, including 3 years' experience in a senior engineering or architecture role required.
• Experience with Cisco enterprise, data center, wireless, security, and SD-WAN portfolios, with broad familiarity with competing solutions.
• Experience with network security architecture, zero trust principles, and cloud/hybrid networking required.
• At least 5 years' experience in a hospital or multi-hospital health system preferred.
• Experience leading network architecture for new hospital builds, EHR conversions, or large health system integrations preferred.
• Familiarity with healthcare frameworks and guidance, including HHS-405(d), HICP, NIST cybersecurity framework, and IEC 80001-1 preferred.
• Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF) preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) required Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Infrastructure, Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE), Cisco Certified DevNet Professional/Expert, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP), TOGAF, AWS Advanced Networking, or Microsoft Azure Network Engineer preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Expertise in the design and implementation of comprehensive IT infrastructure solutions.
• Mastery of cloud architectures, data center management, and network security.
• Extensive expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-level network architectures, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and cloud networking solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of network security protocols and best practices, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and secure remote access solutions.
• Proficiency in network design and optimization tools, as well as experience with advanced routing and switching protocols.
• Strong understanding of cloud and hybrid networking environments, including experience with AWS, Azure, or other cloud platforms, and knowledge of SD-WAN and network virtualization technologies.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network performance and security issues.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools, as well as automation technologies for streamlining network operations and ensuring high availability.
• Leadership skills with the ability to direct and mentor a team of architects and engineers.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to providing excellent customer services.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple project activities simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing technologies and business needs.

Location and Job Details

• Primary Location: Baptist Health Resource Center
• Job: Lead Network Architect
• Job Type: Regular-Full time
• Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America's best employers in the state of Alabama.