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Remarkable Benefits offered by CoBank
Careers with a purpose- stand for something!
Competitive Compensation & Incentive
Hybrid work model - flexible arrangements for most positions
Benefits Packages, including: Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Disability, AD&D, and Life Insurance
CoBank University robust curriculum -associate training and development, including higher education tuition reimbursement
Outstanding 401k - up to 6% matching and additional 3% non-elective contribution
Community Impact - United Way Angel Day, Volunteer Day and Associate Directed Contribution
Associate Resource Groups - creating a culture of diversity and inclusion
Recognize a fellow associate with "GEM" awards, including a monetary value
On-site Fitness Center and Cafe
ECO transportation pass provided to every Denver associate
Job Description
At CoBank, our Network Architect leads the program responsible for designing and providing technical design guidance for CoBank's data and communication networks. Acts as the subject matter expert in various network types such as local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) (including Internet circuits), and telephony networks. Responsible for ensuring CoBank's data network is designed to operate in an efficient, fast and secure manner. Identifies and designs appropriate solutions to network architectural issues Collaborates with Enterprise Security team around information and network security.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plans and designs complex data communication networks and will create comprehensive designs with accuracy and networks that function effectively.
Presents network designs, plans and roadmaps to individuals with varying degrees of technical expertise.
Provides architectural oversight for the network implementation process, which includes determination schedules and budgets.
Collaborates with Enterprise Security team around information and network security.
Leads the development and management of documentation for CoBank's networks, including drawings, descriptions and configurations.
Examines networks to identify issues and develop potential solutions. Determines the appropriate hardware, software and other equipment to utilize based on the organizations' resources and needs.
Leads the analysis of new network technologies and market trends to stay up to date on advancements in the field.
Understands, advocates for and supports the enterprise's IT strategies ensuring that data and telephony network strategies map to and are relevant to the overall technology direction.
Leads the identification and analysis of network improvement initiatives and technologies.
Leads analysis of the current network environment to detect critical deficiencies and recommends solutions for improvement.
Participates in the creation of governing principles to guide EA decision making.
Oversees the implementation and installation of the network architecture and infrastructure including the evaluation and design of the architecture standards. Consults with infrastructure development project teams to fit infrastructure to architecture, as well as to identify when it is necessary to modify the technical architecture to accommodate infrastructure needs.
Oversees the documentation of network architecture design and analysis work. Assess and communicates the value of up to date network architecture
Ensures that the optimal governance structure and compliance activities (such as handling waivers) are associated with EA compliance.
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, systems analysis or a related field of study, or equivalent experience.
Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience in designing and/or maintaining information networks in a complex environment.
Preferred Qualifications
TOGAF 9 Certification preferred.
Cisco Certification (e.g. CCNP, CCAr) preferred.
Experience leading architectural project preferred
Exposure to multiple, diverse technologies and processing environments, and a proven unbiased approach to the assessment of technology, vendor and product offerings and options.
Familiarity with basic graphical modeling approaches, tools and model repositories.
Advanced experience in working with a variety of technical platforms, methodologies and tools.
Ability to craft technology roadmaps taking broad technology concepts and applying them to technology strategy and requirements over a 3-5 year time horizon.
Ability to estimate the financial impact of architecture alternatives and experience with financial models and budgeting.
Excellent analytical, decision making and problem solving skills.
Strong business acumen and leadership skills, with the ability to provide high-level guidance, expertise and consultation.
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management, teams, staff and internal customers across the bank.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, with the proven ability to effectively communicate with internal stakeholders and external partners, and influence key decisions.
Availability for occasional work outside normal business hours.
Availability for occasional travel.
Compensation Information
Estimated Base Salary Range: $145,000-$160,000
Target short-term incentive opportunity: 18%
About CoBank
CoBank stands strong as a $135 billion enterprise dedicated to the financial needs of rural America. As a national cooperative bank and a proud member of the Farm Credit System it is our mission to serve as a relevant and dependable provider of credit and other value-added financial services. From our headquarters in Denver, Colorado and our regional banking centers across the US, CoBank provides loans, leases, export financing and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural power, water and communications providers in all 50 states.
CoBank will not sponsor a work visa (e.g. H1B, etc.) to fill this position.
CoBank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CoBank requires all newly hired associates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and new hires will be asked to register their proof of vaccination. Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon an applicant supplying proof of vaccination against COVID-19; provided, however that CoBank may provide a reasonable accommodation for an applicant's known disability or sincerely held religious belief.
