IT Infrastructure Architect - Richmond VA or Columbia SC

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We offer a hybrid work schedule (one week in the office, one week of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

Military service members and veterans with a rank of E-5 or higher plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Step into the future with Dominion Energy’s dynamic Network team! We're searching for an innovative and driven IT Infrastructure Architect to lead the charge in shaping the architecture, next-generation design, and security of the network. Be at the forefront of IT & OT networking to include cloud and data center networks, WAN, and other transformative connectivity initiatives. Your expertise will spark progress and power Dominion Energy’s network vision and strategy for the future!

One position is available which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

The successful candidate will be able to provide the support noted below in accordance with standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements:

- Architect and implement advanced network designs across the enterprise for current and future growth strategies.

- Support enterprise managed network device configurations (e.g. network switches and routers) and architectures in a high availability environment and support associated network communications, implementations, and modifications.

- Serve as a top-level Subject Matter Expert (SME) for networking issues and manage, configure, install, troubleshoot, and provide oversight for network devices and network services associated with Data Center Networks, WAN connectivity including SDWAN technologies, Cloud connectivity networks, and associated communication interfaces.

- Provide network engineering expertise in the disciplines of core routing, core switching, network security, and network diagnostics.

- Monitor regulatory requirements, industry trends, and potential impacts on networks.

- Provide change management review and approvals. Follow change management policies to ensure awareness, approval, and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.

- Act as a mentor to other staff members to broaden network knowledge and technical expertise across the team.

- Ensure system drawings and documentation are revised as needed.

Hiring location preferred is Richmond VA but will consider the right candidate in Columbia SC.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

10+ years of network experience with a focus on network architecture, planning, or analysis.

- Top Level SME role on major network projects or operations

- Expert engineering and operational skills in Enterprise routing and switching environments

- Expert understanding of network routing protocols: BGP, EIGRP, OSPF

- Deep understanding of technologies including SDWAN, Cisco ACI, VXLAN, Cloud Networking

- Knowledge of utility-specific technologies such as metering, SCADA, and outage management systems.

Skills not required but considered a plus:

- Load balancing, Infoblox, Network Performance Monitoring and Configuration Management Systems, SIEM, Next Generation Firewalls

- VoIP, RoIP, Multicast, Voice over WLAN

- Experience working in environment subject to regulatory compliance

- Experience with supporting an enterprise network at a Utility company that includes working in power generation facilities

Education Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in information systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred. However, a combination of relevant education and demonstrated experience may be considered in lieu of the preferred degree. Degrees in other disciplines may also be accepted if accompanied by applicable experience.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Certification Preferred

CCIE/CCNP

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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