About LAUSD
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Key Responsibilities
As an IT Solutions Architect, you will:
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement and integrate enterprise-wide solutions.
- Design both on-premise and cloud-based architectures.
- Lead architectural planning committees, such as Cloud Centers of Excellence and cybersecurity boards.
- Ensure compliance with data governance practices, security standards, and system integration.
- Lead teams of technical personnel and provide architectural expertise on emerging technologies like AI and machine learning.
Minimum Qualifications
We are hiring for separate focus areas in Data Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity. Candidates do not need experience in all three areas but must meet the qualifications for the focus area they are applying for.
Education:
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mathematics, computer science, data science, cybersecurity, or a related field. An advanced degree in systems management, engineering, or computer science is preferable.
Experience:
Candidates must have five years of experience in one of the following emphasis areas:
- Data Architecture Emphasis:
Experience in an enterprise-wide environment working with data and analytics platform architecture, data integration, data modeling, and data technology management.
Required certifications:
- Microsoft Certified Power Platform Solution Architect Expert
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (or equivalent)
- Cloud Infrastructure Emphasis:
Experience designing, implementing, and supporting cloud infrastructure solutions in an enterprise-wide environment. The experience should include cloud platform architecture, management, maintenance, and governance.
Required certifications:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
- Google Professional Cloud Architect
- Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert (or equivalent)
- Cybersecurity Emphasis:
Experience designing and maintaining secure, enterprise-wide network infrastructure, including leading security requirement analysis, design, implementation, and compliance with third-party objectives like FERPA, HIPAA, and CJIS.
Required certifications:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- SANS GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP)
- Cisco CCIE Security or Enterprise Infrastructure (or equivalent)
Special:
A valid driver’s license is required to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.
Benefits
- District-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Membership in CalPERS
- 24 vacation days annually and up to 13 paid holidays
Application Process
For more information on the application process and to apply, visit LAUSD Jobs at www.lausdjobs.org.