Lead Network Architect

Baptist Health

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About The Position

The Lead Network Architect is responsible for setting the long-term vision, strategy, and architecture for Baptist Health’s network infrastructure. The role ensures the network supports current and future care delivery models, including digital health, telehealth, and smart hospital initiatives, while meeting requirements for resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance. The Architect advises IT leadership and partners closely with Information Security, Clinical Engineering, Facilities, and Enterprise Architecture. Additional duties within the scope of the role may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 10 years of enterprise networking experience, including at least 3 years in a senior engineering or architecture role.
• Experience with Cisco enterprise, data center, wireless, security, and SD-WAN portfolios, with broad familiarity with competing solutions.
• Experience with network security architecture, zero trust principles, and cloud/hybrid networking.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification required.
• Expertise in designing and implementing comprehensive IT infrastructure solutions, including enterprise-level LAN, WAN, VPN, and cloud networking architectures.
• Mastery of cloud architectures, data center management, and network security.
• In-depth knowledge of network security protocols and practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and secure remote access solutions.
• Proficiency in network design and optimization tools and experience with advanced routing and switching protocols.
• Understanding of cloud and hybrid networking environments, including AWS, Azure, or other cloud platforms, SD-WAN, and network virtualization technologies.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex network performance and security issues.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools and automation technologies for streamlining network operations and ensuring high availability.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple project activities simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing technologies and business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a hospital or multi-hospital health system.
• Experience leading network architecture for new hospital builds, EHR conversions, or large health system integrations.
• Familiarity with healthcare frameworks and guidance, including HHS-405(d), HICP, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and IEC 80001-1.
• Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF.
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Infrastructure, Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE), Cisco Certified DevNet Professional/Expert, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP), TOGAF, AWS Advanced Networking, or Microsoft Azure Network Engineer certification.

Responsibilities

• Set the long-term vision, strategy, and architecture for the hospital system’s network infrastructure.
• Ensure the network enables current and future care delivery models, including digital health, telehealth, and smart hospital initiatives, and meets resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Advise IT leadership.
• Partner with Information Security, Clinical Engineering, Facilities, and Enterprise Architecture.
• Direct and mentor a team of architects and engineers.
• Perform additional duties within the scope of the role as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED