Senior Technology Architect

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's Applied Research Laboratories is seeking a Senior Technology Architect to design, implement, and maintain central IT infrastructure and applications across Linux/UNIX and Windows environments.

Responsibilities include ongoing maintenance, capacity planning, end-user support, and contract-compliant admin tasks. Willingness to obtain DoD 8570.1/8140 Level II certification within 6 months is expected. Salary range $120,000–$150,000+ depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Three+ years' experience with virtualization on Linux/Windows, LDAP/AD/2FA, DBMSs, and web server software.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing routine technical maintenance (systems/applications).
• Capacity planning, upgrades, forecasting.
• Direct end-user support.
• Administrative support to satisfy contractual requirements.
• Weekly activity report.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Linux/UNIX environments

Windows Server

Virtualization (VMware, Proxmox/KVM)

Identity management

DBMSs (MS SQL, MySQL, Postgres, Oracle

Web server software (NGINX, Apache, I​

Systems automation

Scripting (Python, Bash, Perl, Power​S

DoD 8570.1/8140 IAT Level II

C/C++ programming

Java

Cisco networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

VMware

Proxmox/KVM

NGINX

Apache

IIS

Puppet

Salt

Ansible

Chef

CFEngine

Job description

Job Posting Title

Senior Technology Architect

Hiring Department

Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Purpose

We are seeking a talented systems specialist, with deep familiarity and knowledge of Linux/UNIX environments, along with Windows Server and typical applications support associated with these platforms. This role will be responsible for design, implementation and maintenance of central IT infrastructure and applications.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing routine technical maintenance (systems/applications).
• Capacity planning, upgrades, forecasting.
• Direct end-user support.
• Administrative support to satisfy contractual requirements.
• Weekly activity report.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• At least three years' demonstrated experience with: supporting common virtualization platforms (i.e., VMware, Proxmox/KVM) with Linux and Windows-based server operating systems, typical identity management / access control technologies (LDAP, Active Directory, 2FA, smart cards), common DBMSs (MS SQL, MySQL, Postgres, Oracle), and configuration/maintenance of typical web server software (NGINX, Apache, IIS).
• Candidate will need to obtain a DoD 8570.1/8140 IAT Level II Certification, such as CompTIA CySA+ or Security+, within 6 months of hire date.
• Systems automation experience (Puppet, Salt, Ansible, Chef, CFEngine, or general scripting support in any language).
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten years direct experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Debian or Ubuntu systems.
• Ten years direct experience administering Microsoft Windows Server products and Active Directory Domain Controllers. Python, shell (Bash), Perl, PowerShell scripting experience. C/C++ programming experience.
• Java programming experience.
• Cisco networking experience.
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Salary Range

$120,000-$150,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Possible weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.