Sr Systems Architect

University Health•Kansas City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Architect to lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise infrastructure platforms. This role serves as a senior technical authority, providing strategic direction and hands-on leadership across on-premises, virtualized, and cloud environments. The ideal candidate operates with a high degree of autonomy and ensures systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned with organizational goals. This individual will also act as a key escalation point and mentor for IT staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems or related field (or equivalent experience)
9+ years of professional experience in Information Technology or a related field
Expert-level experience with: Windows Server Active Directory / Azure VMware Microsoft Exchange / Microsoft 365
Advanced PowerShell scripting expertise
Extensive experience in enterprise production environments
Strong knowledge of SAN design and deployment
Demonstrated ability to work independently while leading and mentoring others
Excellent documentation, communication, and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with current organizational software and hardware platforms
Hands-on experience with HPE Nimble or HPE Alletra (provisioning, snapshots, performance monitoring)
Ability to train and guide IT staff on established standards and best practices
Relevant certifications in Microsoft, Cisco, or related technologies

Responsibilities

Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions aligned with business and application needs
Design and implement enterprise architecture, including system standards, performance objectives, and technology roadmaps
Develop comprehensive project plans covering cost, timelines, staffing, and technical requirements
Establish and oversee change management, recovery, and fallback processes to ensure operational continuity
Conduct feasibility studies and define system and user requirements
Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve complex technical challenges
Monitor project progress and adjust plans or resources to ensure successful delivery
Provide on-call production support, including incident response and service restoration
Mentor and guide IT staff; may include supervisory responsibilities
Partner with PMO and project teams to evaluate technologies and define technical specifications
Ensure alignment with industry best practices such as MOF and ITIL; participate in governance bodies like CAB
Develop and maintain infrastructure lifecycle strategies, including modernization and retirement of legacy systems
Promote quality improvement, safety, and a culture of diversity and inclusion
Maintain compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and corporate standards