Network Architect

Posting Date
07/24/25

Application Deadline
07/30/25

Pay Range
$117,000 - $178,000 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type
Unclassified

Department
Enterprise Technology

About the Position

At the heart of every resilient and future-ready government is a powerful network- one that connects people, powers innovation, and protects what matters most. As the Network Architect for Maricopa County, your role is to envision, design, and guide the evolution of this critical backbone. You are not just managing infrastructure, you are shaping the foundation that enables smarter services, stronger security and more seamless experience for employees and residents.

With every roadmap you draft and every capability you document, you'll be answering a bigger "why", ensuring Maricopa County is ready for tomorrow's challenges and opportunities.

About Us

Are you looking for a career in a dynamic organization that embraces a can-do spirit? Look no further than Maricopa County's Enterprise Technology & Innovation!

We are a team that prides ourselves on leveraging technology to create digital transformations. We look for ways to bring about innovative solutions while providing top-notch customer service. Apply today and become part of the team that makes a lasting impact on the future of technology at Maricopa County.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Seven years of experience in network engineering or network architecture within a large-scale enterprise, with demonstrated experience in designing and planning network systems
• Experience with enterprise network routing/switching, SD-WAN, hybrid cloud networks, firewalls and network management monitoring tools
• Bachelor's Degree with a focus in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology or related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

• Master's Degree
• Cisco certifications such as: Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCP)
• Cloud certifications
• Experience in public sector environments
• Experience working with various systems such as NetBrain
• TOGAF knowledge or certification
• ArchiMate modeling knowledge

Job Contributions

• Architecture Leadership:
  
  Define and evolve Maricopa County's enterprise network architecture, including data center networks, WAN/LAN, SD-WAN, wireless, hybrid cloud connectivity and segmentation. Develop as-is and to-be architectures using ArchiMate and other network modeling tools. Documenting current capabilities and identifying gaps. Lead the creation of network transition architectures and multi-year roadmaps for scalability, security and modernization.
• Execution and Oversight:
  
  Collaborate with engineering teams on design and deployment work, ensuring adherence to enterprise standards. Develop and publish network architecture standards and reference architectures.
• Strategy and Planning:
  
  Provide architectural guidance on network technology selection, investment decisions and future innovation while aligning network strategies with enterprise goals, cloud adoption, data center modernization and County initiatives.
• Consultation and Collaboration:
  
  Act as a trusted advisor to IT leadership, engineers, project managers and business stakeholders. Supporting business continuity, incident response, and network operations through design advisory and escalation support. Present architectural concepts to stakeholders and deliver well documented diagrams and roadmaps.

Working Conditions

• Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree
• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Now!