INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECT

Job Location:
Address:
Information Technology (IT)
701 East Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85034
https://corrections.az.gov/
Posting Details:
Salary: $103,000.00
Grade: 28
Closing Date: 08/13/2025
Job Summary:
Are you an expert in network architecture, cybersecurity, cloud computing and system integration? Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science? Join our experienced team of IT professionals. The next step in your career is just a click away!
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation &Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking to fill the Infrastructure Architect position. This position will play a critical role in redesigning the entire network and system platform for the ADCRR. This includes assessing ADCRR’s Active Directory (AD) to identify potential vulnerabilities, configuration issues, and compliance gaps to orchestrate or redesign ADCRR’s AD based on Microsoft best practices. This role extends beyond execution to strategic planning and alignment with agency and Information Technology (IT) objectives.

Job Duties:

• Conducts comprehensive assessments of the existing infrastructure, including Infrastructure Architecture, Active Directory, and database solutions
• Implements network segmentation strategies to ensure continuous functionality across all complexes, even during network failures
• Develops mechanisms to isolate infected units from the network, enhancing overall security
• Leads the migration of database solutions to new cloud platforms, ensuring seamless integration with both Windows and Linux environments
• Collaborates with relevant teams to design and implement robust cloud-based solutions
• Ensures compatibility and interoperability between on-premises and cloud infrastructure components
• Conduct environmental assessments to bridge the gap between current infrastructure and future needs
• Develops strategic plans for infrastructure development that support scalability, security, and performance optimization
• Aligns infrastructure initiatives with organizational goals and Information Technology (IT) objectives, ensuring strategic alignment across the enterprise
• Guides infrastructure projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
• Manages resources effectively, including coordinating with IT teams and external vendors as necessary
• Communicates project updates, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders, facilitating alignment with organizational priorities
• Develops and maintains a technology roadmap for infrastructure enhancements, aligning with the agency’s long-term objectives
• Stays informed about emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating relevant innovations into the infrastructure roadmap
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Technical concepts
• Network architecture, infrastructure design principles, and cloud computing concepts
• Active Directory structures, database solutions, and Microsoft best practices for infrastructure management and security
• Industry standards and protocols relevant to infrastructure components and network segmentation are necessary

Skill in:

• Effective project management
• Leading infrastructure projects from initiation to completion, including planning, resource allocation, and risk management
• Managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously, ensuring the timely delivery of project milestones
• Communication and collaboration to effectively interact with IT teams, stakeholders, and senior management
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Adaptability to navigate through ambiguity and uncertainty while maintaining composure
• Continuous learning and innovation, staying abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in infrastructure architecture

Ability to:

• Strategically think, as it is necessary to conduct environmental assessments and develop strategic plans for infrastructure development aligned with organizational goals
• Understand scalability, security, and performance optimization principles
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and initiatives
• Be customer-focused for understanding the needs and priorities of internal and external stakeholders
• Align infrastructure initiatives with customer requirements and deliver high-quality services
• Have proactive engagement with stakeholders to gather feedback, address concerns, and foster positive relationships is fundamental

Selective Preference(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a relevant field
• Plus ten (10) or more years of experience in network architecture, cybersecurity, cloud computing, system integration, systems engineering, systems architecture, and systems design (or equivalent experience)

Pre-Employment Requirements:
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation

• Conducts comprehensive assessments of the existing infrastructure, including Infrastructure Architecture, Active Directory, and database solutions
• Implements network segmentation strategies to ensure continuous functionality across all complexes, even during network failures
• Develops mechanisms to isolate infected units from the network, enhancing overall security
• Leads the migration of database solutions to new cloud platforms, ensuring seamless integration with both Windows and Linux environments
• Collaborates with relevant teams to design and implement robust cloud-based solutions
• Ensures compatibility and interoperability between on-premises and cloud infrastructure components
• Conduct environmental assessments to bridge the gap between current infrastructure and future needs
• Develops strategic plans for infrastructure development that support scalability, security, and performance optimization
• Aligns infrastructure initiatives with organizational goals and Information Technology (IT) objectives, ensuring strategic alignment across the enterprise
• Guides infrastructure projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
• Manages resources effectively, including coordinating with IT teams and external vendors as necessary
• Communicates project updates, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders, facilitating alignment with organizational priorities
• Develops and maintains a technology roadmap for infrastructure enhancements, aligning with the agency’s long-term objectives
• Stays informed about emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating relevant innovations into the infrastructure roadmap
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignmen