Description
General Summary of Position
Provides oversight for MedStar's compute environments both on premise and in the Public Cloud. Designs, develops and implements infrastructure solutions using state-of-the-art technologies that address current gaps or provides continual improvement opportunities. Provides oversight and may serve as a technical project manager for complex activities including architecture, project planning, implementing, tracking, development, and reporting. Works with MedStar and vendor technical resources to identify and recommend emerging technologies as well as create and document architectural design and development standards, methodologies and best practices. Trains technical staff on the use of these practices. Creates and conducts internal training sessions on selected infrastructure development technologies and techniques. Reviews infrastructure designs for appropriateness, feasibility and adherence to standards. Confers with and advises colleagues on policies and procedures, technical problems and methods. Consults with and advises users of various information systems infrastructure. Supervises and mentors junior infrastructure staff. Collaborates with other architects from all IS disciplines, including Application Architects and Engineers, Data Architects and Engineers, etc., to determine best suited environment, on-premises or in the Public Cloud (especially Azure), for technical solutions. Works closely with all hospital system departments to understand solution requirements.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree In Information Systems or Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience required
- Master's degree In Information Systems, Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience preferred
Experience
- 5-7 years experience in designing and supporting large technical environments. Vendor and staff supervision experience. Technical project planning and management experience; Assessing all on-premise and Public Cloud infrastructure (especially Azure) capabilities against business requirements in order to architect in the best-fit application environment. required
- Experience building on-premise and Public Cloud (especially Azure) infrastructure strategy preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Working knowledge of technology requirements in the healthcare environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Expert knowledge of on-premise computer infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of Public Cloud (especially Azure) computer infrastructure and capabilities
- Expertly skilled at accomplishing tasks through an infrastructure Managed Service Provider
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
- Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
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