Systems Architect

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Systems Architect designs, implements, and manages Information Technology (IT) infrastructure for the company. They lead and guide the work of technical staff, analyzing system requirements and ensuring that systems offer security, are effectively integrated with current applications, and are working at optimal levels. The Systems Architect plans project stages and assesses business implications for each stage, monitoring progress to ensure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Reasonable Accommodations Statement 

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Essential Functions Statement(s) 

• Develop and manage work breakdown structure (WBS)ofinformation technology projects.
• Develop, manage, or update project plans for projects including projectobjectives, technologies, systems, information specifications, schedules, funding, and staffing.
• Manage project execution to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope.
• Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Develop implementation planswithanalyses such as cost-benefit or return on investment (ROI).
• Negotiate with project stakeholders or suppliers to obtain resources or materials.
• Assess current or future customer needs and priorities through communicating directly with customers, conducting surveys, or other methods.
• Perform risk assessments to develop response strategies.
• Submit project deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Plan, implement, and oversee major modifications to company systems infrastructure.
• Implement andmaintainnetwork security.
• Oversee administration of all company owned systems, laptops, andPDAdevices.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Competency Statement(s) 

• Communication, Written/Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability tocomprehendcomplex technical topics and specialized information.
• Time Management - Ability toutilizethe available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

SKILLS & ABILITIES 

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (4-year college or technical school) or Work Equivalent 

Experience:5 years of experience in Information Technology 

Computer Skills: Experience with Intranet Architecture, Windows Domain Management, Server and Virtual Server Administration, IIS Website Management, ERP Solutions, ADP Software, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Azure and Azure AD, Licensing Management, Microsoft SQL Server Administration 

Other Physical Requirements 

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
• Sense of Sound -Telecommunications - Alarms

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting hiring@plasolutions.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.