IT Infrastructure Architect

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 03-15-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

ABOUT THIS JOB

The IT Infrastructure Architect position at the City of Tucson’s Information Technology (IT) Department designs, implements and maintains information systems that support the City’s enterprise infrastructure, anticipates future IT industry trends and incorporates them into architecture design to remain valuable information solution providers for the city.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Information Technology/Chief Information officer (CIO). This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzes existing systems to ensure they provide the necessary security and capability, meeting the needs of the organization. Ensures that overall system performance meets department Identifies business requirements and incorporates new hardware, operating systems or connectivity solutions to meet requirements.

• Actively participates in the design and review process of new systems. Collaborates with project managers, business owners, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) implementing new solutions. Develops, tests and documents proposed changes that need to be implemented or integrated across the City’s infrastructure.

• Formulates detailed plans for integrating new systems into the existing core infrastructure, including, logistic plans for conducting physical integration of hardware and providing technical direction and support throughout the process.

• Evaluates new systems that have been integrated into the City’s infrastructure, ensuring standards and governance for IT solutions. Provides feedback to the City and incorporates all gathered information into future integration plans.

• Monitors the overall health of the infrastructure, performs remedial actions, maintains visual documentation of systems such as network, servers, telecom, outside plant, and security, and participates in incident response.

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned. Develops and provides formal training in areas of expertise. Maintains knowledge of current developments and practices in information technology. 

Working Conditions:

Mostly office environment.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's Degree
Experience: Five (5) years of directly related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:
Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Work Experience:
Five (6) years of directly related work experience.
Certifications:
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Security+
Project+ or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
ITIL 4 Foundation
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)
Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence (EACOE)
Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt (LSSGB)

Application and Special Instructions

Must have or otherwise achieve SAFe Architect or TOGAF Certification within first year of employment.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0680 - Information Technology Architect I

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.

Compensation Grade

G111

Hourly Range

$38.91 - 58.36 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Information Technology

Department Link

No Website

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Liliana Almeraz (99363)

Recruiter Email

ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.