Senior Network Architect

2 months ago


York, York City, United Kingdom University of York Full time

About the Role

The University of York is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our business-critical team. As a leading research-led university, our community relies on excellent network connectivity to support its wide range of activities.

This key role will be responsible for designing, delivering, and operating enterprise wifi network services, ensuring that they align with our Enterprise Architecture principles and the University's overall business objectives.

You will lead on the design and deployment of our wifi network, ensuring that your teammates are appropriately skilled to understand and deliver on the agreed architecture and related technology. Close collaboration with other teams within IT Services and from across the wider University will also be essential, together with developing and nurturing relationships with strategic external delivery partners.

The post holder will play a key role in ensuring wifi-related services are delivered effectively and efficiently, supporting the business objectives of the University.

This role offers opportunities to learn new technologies or implement your existing skills in a different environment. We are committed to supporting our staff's development and encourage applications from people who can bring new experiences and ideas, with the right attitude and aptitude.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, deliver, and operate enterprise wifi network services
  • Lead on the design and deployment of our wifi network
  • Collaborate with other teams within IT Services and from across the wider University
  • Develop and nurture relationships with strategic external delivery partners
  • Ensure wifi-related services are delivered effectively and efficiently

Requirements

  • Level 6 qualification (e.g. degree)
  • Substantial experience of designing, delivering, and operating enterprise wifi network services at large, complex organisations
  • Significant knowledge of network and related security technologies and their application in large, complex organisations
  • Experience in managing business-critical services and projects, successfully delivering on time and to budget
  • Experience of working as part of a multi-skilled IT network team within a large and complex organisation
  • Experience in establishing and managing relationships with external partners and suppliers
  • Proven ability to quickly adapt to changing environments and circumstances
  • Ability to create and share relevant information with colleagues at differing levels
  • Ability to collate and understand requirements for non-standard provisions and services
  • Ability to prioritise workloads with the minimum of supervision
  • Demonstrable ability to analyse and resolve issues with a dynamic and proactive approach
  • Excellent customer-facing skills, with a focus on improving customer experience

What We Offer

  • Competitive starting salary with annual salary increments/pay reviews
  • 30 days annual leave (38 days with bank holidays)
  • Flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff
  • Hybrid working (see our Remote working policy)
  • Up to 2 volunteering days per year (pro-rata) as part of the Staff Volunteering Scheme
  • Staff training and development courses
  • Generous Pension Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Onsite gym with discounted membership
  • Access to a range of savings on childcare, transport, and healthcare, plus shopping discounts and other offers

About the University

The University of York is a leading research-led university that values diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment for our staff.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian, or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We offer family-friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.


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