Job#: 2065893

Job Description:

Title: Enterprise Network Architect

Location: Austin, TX (100% Onsite)

Long Term Contract

Solicitation # SCTASK1331223

Candidate Submittal Deadline: Thursday March 13 @ 4PM

Business Justification

Serve as a Traffic Technology Network Architect to create network solutions for new traffic technology systems, perform network incident support, develop enhancements for large-scale cellular networks, review new broadband communication technologies/hardware/software, develop policies and procedures, and evaluate potential traffic network enhancements.

Work to be Accomplished

The worker will perform highly advanced traffic network analysis and network architecture in support of the Traffic Technology program. Work involves leading activities associated with traffic control technology systems, planning, designing, and integrating integrated traffic control systems; designing, installing, and monitoring traffic technology network systems; monitoring and analyzing existing hardware and software in the support of traffic network; developing policies and procedures; preparing budget recommendations; and evaluating potential traffic network enhancements. Reports to the Infrastructure Traffic Supervisor. Leads projects and works closely with a diverse group of professional and technical employees.

Worker will perform these tasks:

• Leads the creation and delivery of network solutions as a Subject Matter Expert; Provides expert guidance to the team on new network solutions and designs
• Reviews proposed solutions to ensure the delivery of a quality product or service to the client.
• Subject matter expert who acts as liaison between the project user community and IT. Work with client managers to supply proposals and solutions that meet the client’s specific needs.
• Manages third-party vendor and leads, directs, and utilizes knowledge on best practices in areas related to traffic networking, data, traffic device hardware, and traffic applications.
• Evaluates traffic technologies for potential acquisition and directs the evaluation of various hardware and software resources to identify strengths, weaknesses, and potential benefits to the agency.
• Manages and establishes priorities for maintenance, design, development, and analysis of traffic network systems.
• Supports and troubleshoots with network team on large network outages.
• Conducts and recommends changes in services, products, protocols, and standards to support development efforts and traffic procurements.
• Analyzes and manipulates traffic system and application data to review performance, draw unique insights, execute data-driven decisions, and communicate complex data in a concise manner to stakeholders and TxDOT management.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Yrs of Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• 8 Years +: Bachelors Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with major coursework in engineering, information systems, computer science, data processing, or a related field
• 8 Years + :Project development for engineering projects/systems and/or information technology applications/systems

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Years Skills/Experience

• 2 Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
• 4 Network equipment: Firewalls, Routers, Switches
• 2 Traffic Technology or Internet of Things (IoT) experience
• 4 Public sector experience (Federal, State, or Local Government)
• 4 Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to large groups

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.