Strategic Network Infrastructure Architect

Austin, Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Network security focus

Job summary

Austin Energy in Austin, TX is seeking an IT Infrastructure Architect to lead and guide network architecture across the enterprise. You will translate business needs into architectural blueprints, drive roadmaps, and collaborate with engineers to implement secure, scalable infrastructure.

The role requires a strong background in routing/switching, firewalls, cloud networking, and governance, with experience in standards such as SABSA/TOGAF preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 4 years of experience; master’s degree can substitute for 2 years.
• Strong knowledge of architecture practices and governance forums.
• Experience in SDLC, cloud networking, and security controls.

Responsibilities

• Develops vision, strategy, designs, and roadmaps for the domain area.
• Defines guiding principles for enterprise technology decisions.
• Designs technical architectures and guides implementation across teams.
• Leads architecture governance and evaluates technology options.
• Communicates complex architectures to stakeholders.

Skills

Network engineering

Scripting

Team leadership

Cloud networking

Information security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree substitution for experience

Tools

Cisco switches

Cisco routers

Firewalls

Load balancers

DNS Infoblox

Cisco ISE

Palo Alto NFw

Radius/TACACS

Job description

Austin Energy in Austin, TX is seeking an IT Infrastructure Architect to lead and guide network architecture across the enterprise. You will translate business needs into architectural blueprints, drive roadmaps, and collaborate with engineers to implement secure, scalable infrastructure.

The role requires a strong background in routing/switching, firewalls, cloud networking, and governance, with experience in standards such as SABSA/TOGAF preferred.