Chief Architect Critical Infrastructure Solutions

BNS Power • Varies, OR

10h • Remote

About The Position

The Chief Architect, Critical Infrastructure Solutions, is the senior technical authority responsible for establishing and guiding the technical vision, architecture, engineering standards, and solution development for BNS's Critical Infrastructure Solutions business. The role provides strategic and technical leadership across data center infrastructure, telecommunications, structured cabling, central offices, enterprise network environments, and military and commercial shipboard systems. It ensures solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, compliant, and aligned with customer requirements and business objectives.

Working with the CTO, executive leadership, Operations, Project Management, engineering resources, and customers, the Chief Architect translates complex technical requirements into practical architectures and implementation strategies. The position supports business growth by evaluating emerging technologies, strengthening technical capabilities, and developing differentiated solutions for commercial, government, defense, and maritime customers. It establishes technical direction and standards while partnering with Operations and Field Management on execution; technician scheduling, staffing, and field deployment remain within Operations.

The role is remote or regional, preferably on the West Coast, and requires up to 75% domestic and international travel. A valid passport is required, and the candidate must be able to obtain security clearance when required. A background check and drug testing may be required.

Requirements

• 15 or more years of experience in critical infrastructure, data center infrastructure, telecommunications, network architecture, structured cabling, or related technical environments.
• At least 7 years of experience in senior technical leadership, architecture, engineering management, or comparable technical authority roles.
• Demonstrated experience developing and overseeing technical solutions for data centers, telecommunications facilities, central offices, enterprise networks, or shipboard infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge of fiber optic and copper cabling systems, network infrastructure, equipment installations, and supporting power systems.
• Strong understanding of applicable TIA/EIA, BICSI, NEC, MIL-STD, and related technical standards.
• Experience reviewing technical drawings, engineering specifications, system designs, and project documentation.
• Ability to lead through technical expertise and influence engineering, operations, project management, and customer-facing teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant technical planning and documentation tools.
• Ability to travel up to 75% domestically and internationally.
• Valid passport and ability to obtain security clearance when required.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• The job posting states that a background check and drug testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

• BICSI RCDD or Technician certification.
• Fluke Certified Cabling Test Technician (CCTT) or equivalent testing certification.
• Manufacturer certifications from CommScope, Leviton, Panduit, or comparable infrastructure providers.
• CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or other relevant networking certifications.
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or comparable safety certifications.
• NAVSEA Cableway or related shipboard infrastructure experience.
• PMP, ITIL, or comparable project and service management credentials.
• Experience supporting U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Department of Defense, or other military and government customers.
• Prior military experience in IT, ET, EM, MM, IC, or related technical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the technical vision, architectural direction, strategies, engineering standards, design guidelines, technical specifications, and best practices for BNS Critical Infrastructure Solutions.
• Develop technical solutions for data centers, telecommunications infrastructure, central offices, enterprise networks, and shipboard environments.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and infrastructure solutions, and identify opportunities for BNS.
• Ensure architectural decisions support scalability, reliability, security, maintainability, and long-term customer requirements; serve as the senior technical authority for complex design decisions, escalations, and recommendations.
• Oversee infrastructure design, engineering, installation methodologies, and quality standards; review and validate designs, drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and project deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance on fiber and copper cabling, racks and cabinets, power distribution units, network equipment, and supporting infrastructure.
• Ensure solutions align with applicable TIA/EIA, BICSI, NEC, MIL-STD, NAVSEA, and other relevant industry and customer standards.
• Establish quality assurance expectations and technical review processes; lead or support root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for significant technical issues.
• Improve engineering methods, installation practices, technical documentation, and project outcomes.
• Provide technical direction, mentorship, and guidance to technical leads, engineers, project teams, and field personnel.
• Establish technical competency expectations; identify workforce development and certification opportunities; support technical training, standard operating procedures, and knowledge-sharing practices.
• Partner with Operations and Field Management to ensure teams have the technical knowledge, tools, and resources needed for successful project execution.
• Develop internal technical experts and future technical leaders, and promote technical excellence, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Represent BNS as a senior technical resource in customer meetings, technical presentations, and solution development discussions.
• Partner with Business Development and executive leadership to evaluate opportunities, develop technical proposals, conduct technical discovery, scope solutions, prepare estimates, and respond to requests for proposals.
• Translate customer requirements into viable technical architectures, implementation strategies, and solutions; build technical credibility and identify opportunities to expand BNS capabilities, services, and customer relationships.
• Partner with Operations, Project Management, and Field Management to align technical designs with project execution requirements and provide guidance during planning, mobilization, implementation, and closeout.
• Establish technical expectations and review processes across geographically dispersed projects, assist with complex technical challenges affecting project performance, quality, schedule, or customer satisfaction, and incorporate lessons learned into future designs and practices.
• Maintain accountability for architectural decisions and technical deliverables while supporting operational ownership of project execution.
• Ensure technical designs and recommendations comply with industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Support safety requirements, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific procedures; understand and support security requirements for government, military, and controlled-access environments.
• Maintain awareness of NAVSEA, military, and defense infrastructure requirements, and promote technical documentation, configuration control, and quality assurance practices.

Benefits

• Flexible work-from-home options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed