Berkeley, California
West Barnstable, Massachusetts
Berkeley, California
Berkeley, California
Newton, Massachusetts
West Barnstable, Massachusetts
Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, Maryland
Posted: 26-Jun-25
Location: Queens, NY, 11415, USA
Internal Number: 30414
IT Architect Level 1 - Provisional
GENERAL DUTIES
This position encompasses professional and responsible technical consultative responsibilities unique to the architecture of enterprise applications and infrastructure solutions with a special emphasis on cloud or hybrid cloud applications. Under administrative direction of a university IT manager, with broad latitude for independent action or decision, all personnel serve in a critical role in the execution of the design and implementation of complex IT systems. Responsible for converting business requirements into a technical architecture and design and for implementing IT applications and solutions by working with stakeholders, project managers, analysts, and technical teams. The IT Architect has a deep understanding of an organization?s IT policies, cybersecurity requirements, infrastructure, technology stack and support processes as well as current cloud technologies and services. The IT Architect uses their experience in systems engineering, cloud, and enterprise architecture to define standards and enforce adherence to those standards.
There are three (3) Assignment Levels within this classification. All personnel perform related work. Assignment Levels 2 and 3 may supervise technical leads, developers, and engineers in the implementation of IT applications and infrastructure designs and solutions. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as needed.
To view the complete job description, go tohttp://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/hr/classified-civil-service/ccsjobs/and view the Job Description for IT Architect
CONTRACT TITLE
IT Architect
FLSA
Non-exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
This position reports to the Information Technology Chief of Staff.
? Architect and implement scalable, secure, and efficient IT solutions for academic and research environments in collaboration with the ITS Project Management Team, Academic Research, Technology and Teaching Team
? Collaborate with faculty, deans, and technical liaisons to assess needs and deliver tailored technology strategies within the Academic Classrooms, Lecture Halls, Hybrid Classrooms, etc.
? Lead cloud and hybrid-cloud deployments that support teaching, learning, and research.
? Serve as the lead in moving Academic Capital Projects into Operational Projects
? Ensure compliance with CUNY IT policies and cybersecurity standards.
? Serve as a technical advisor on ARTT initiatives, including onboarding, pilot programs, and academic partnerships.
? Lead the technical design and execution of strategic, time-sensitive projects prioritized by the CIO.
? Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, scope, and prioritize projects aligned with institutional goals.
? Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource strategies.
? Conduct research on emerging technologies and best practices to inform project design to the facilities team, ARTT Team, Deans, and Department Chairs.
? Provide regular updates to the IT Chief of Staff and ensure timely delivery of project.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. A baccalaureate degree in computer science, engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of satisfactory full-time experience converting business requirements into a technical architecture and design and implementing IT applications and solutions by working with stakeholders, project managers, analysts, and technical teams; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and six (6) years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in "1" above; or
3. A high school diploma or its educational equivalent and ten (10) years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in "1" above; or
4. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to " 1," "2" or "3" above. The following may substitute for some of the required experience required in "1," "2" or "3" above, as follows:
College education (undergraduate credits) may substitute for up to four (4) years of the required experience in "3" above on the following basis:
A. 30 to 59.9 semester credits substitute for 1 year of experience; or
B. 60 to 89.9 semester credits substitute for 2 years of experience; or
C. 90 to 119.9 semester credits substitute for 3 years of experience; or
D. 120 or more semester credits substitute for 4 years of experience.
Graduate credits in information technology, computer science or a related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience in "1" or "2" above on the following basis:
A. 15 to 29.9 graduate credits substitute for 1 year of required experience; or
B. 30 or more graduate credits substitute for 2 years of required experience.
Each of the following valid andcurrent certification(s) may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience in "1," "2" or "3" above:
A. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) issued by ISACA; and/or
B. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) issued by Infosec; and/or
C. Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) issued by CISCO; and/or
D. Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert issued by Microsoft; and/or
E. NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) issued by any authorized organization approved by NetApp; and/or
F. NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer (NCIE)issued by any authorized organization approved by NetApp; and/or
G. NetApp Certified Support Engineer (NCSE)issued by any authorized organization approved by NetApp; and/or
H. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional Certification issued by Oracle; and/or
I. TOGAF 9 Certified issued by The Open Group; and/or
J. TOGAF 9 Foundation issued by The Open Group; and/or
K. TOGAF Business Architecture Foundation issued by The Open Group; and/or
L. TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation issued by The Open Group; and/or
M. TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner issued by The Open Group; and/or
N. VMware Certified Design Expert - Cloud Management and Automation issued by VMware; and/or
O. VMware Certified Design Expert - Data Center Virtualization issued by VMware; and/or
P. VMware Certified Design Expert - End-User Computing issued by VMware; and/or
Q. VMware Certified Design Expert - Network Virtualization issued by VMware.
However, all candidates must have a high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least three (3) years of experience as described in "1" above.
Assignment Level II or III
Level II: After meeting the Qualification Requirements above, an additional two (2) years of satisfactory full-time experience in the planning, organizing, and controlling of incident and change management activities of one or more major IT service(s) and/or information technologies and evaluating, designing, and implementing IT Service Management processes and tools is required for Level II.
Level III: After meeting the Qualification Requirements aboveandthe Level II requirements, an additional two (2) years of satisfactory full-time experience in the planning, organizing, and controlling of incident and change management activities of one or more major IT service(s) and/or information technologies and evaluating, designing, and implementing IT Service Management processes and toolsis required (for a total of 4 years of experience above the Qualification Requirements).
English Language Proficiency : Demonstrated English language proficiency, including ability to speak, read, write, and understand English well enough to meet minimally acceptable performance standards set for job duties.
Motor Vehicle Driver License : A Motor Vehicle Driver license, valid in New York State, may be required for some, but not all positions.
Note: CUNY considers full-time work to be at least 35 hours per week. Part-time experience of at least 20 hours per week may be prorated by half and credited instead of,but not in addition to, full-time experience during the same period (e.g., two months of related work experience at 20-34 hours per week equates to one month of full-time related work experience.) Part-time experience of fewer than 20 hours per week cannot be credited at all.
COMPENSATION
$114,279
BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
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CLOSING DATE
Open until fill with review starting July 17, 2025
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
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