About IT Services
IT Services at The University of Manchester is a diverse, fast-moving department that provides the technology that helps the University further its world-leading reputation. We’re currently looking to recruit a new Network Architect to join us on our journey. Find out more about our organisation and values:
IT Services: About us - About us (The University of Manchester)
ITS Practice Charter
The Team
The division of Technology leads and owns the University’s IT infrastructure and platforms and is accountable for a comprehensive approach across all areas of the University and its international centres. The division is comprised of four departments (Infrastructure Services, IT Operations Centre, Platforms and Infrastructure Programmes) and oversight of strategic managed services contacts. You will be a member of the division leadership team as well as the Directorate IT leadership team.
The Role
The Network Architect is senior member of staff within the Technology Division, serving the entire University and its international centres. The Network Architect will provide a clear vision and strategic direction for the University’s IT network which includes campus, cloud, and hybrid data centres.
The Person
You’ll have significant experience of working across organisational boundaries in complex environments. You’ll have previously developed network architecture and set the direction for network optimisation architecture focusing on security and performance. As a Network Architect at The University of Manchester, you will be immersed in several key IT programmes having a direct impact on the current and future iterations of our network and IT services.
You’ll also have:
Developed network strategy plans and roadmaps based on sound enterprise architecture practices.
Developed network architecture artifacts (e.g. models, templates, standards and procedures) that can be used to leverage network capabilities in projects and operations.
Participated in application, infrastructure and cyber projects to provide network planning advice.
Worked in a user-focused environment.
Set baseline network configuration standards for network, cloud and network segmentation.
Have partnered with audit teams to review and evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of network-related controls.
Conducted research and made recommendations on products, services, protocols, and standards in support of all infrastructure procurement and development efforts.
Experience with methodologies like agile and waterfall.
An understanding of feasibility planning for new and existing services.
What can you expect in return
Our diverse job opportunities all include a top benefits package that includes many features that are hard to find in the private sector:
Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure and Bank Holidays;
Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family;
Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities;
Learning and development opportunities;
Season ticket loans for public transport;
Cycle to Work Scheme;
Workplace nursery scheme;
Staff recognition schemes;
Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings.
In fact, there are so many benefits available you can see more of them by clicking here.
The closing date for applications is noon Monday 13 March 2023.
Hays Technology is acting as an employment advisor to The University of Manchester.
Applications should consist of:
An up-to-date CV
A covering letter, detailing why you feel you are a suitable candidate for the post, your motivations for applying and why you want to work for the University of Manchester
All candidates applying will need to complete an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. This will assist us in monitoring selection decisions to assess whether equality of opportunity is being achieved. Information collated from the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form will not be used as part of the selection process and will be treated as strictly confidential.
Completed applications should be submitted through the Hays recruitment microsite: https://microcontrib.hays.com/web/manchester-university/
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation. As Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates are currently under-represented at this level at the University, we would particularly welcome applications from individuals in minority ethnic groups. All appointments will be made on merit.
The University is positive about hybrid and flexible working. Blended working arrangements may be considered.
