Job Responsibilities
To advise the organization on Technological System Selections,
validating that they can seamlessly integrate into our existing
technological eco-system and infrastructure. Taking into account
on Hardware Platforms, Operating systems, Databases, storage
considerations, network protocols and security. 25~35% of my time
is spent here. Reviewing Mission Critical systems as needed,
that may be having problems or issues attaining and maintaining
99.xx% availability or stability, and finding solutions to attain
and maintain these SLA's, ~15% of my time is spent here.
Assisting in the troubleshooting of problems with Mission
Critical Systems, ~5% of my time spent here. Evaluating new
technologies and trends in our industry and determining needs of
our organization and the best timeframes to implement these if
applicable, otherwise known as "visioning" ~25% of my time is
spent here. Participating and advising on the "technological"
side of Project Implementations and coordinating the appropriate
resources as needed to assure a successful implementation, ~15-
20% of my time is spent here. Helping non technical Senior and
executive staff understand technolgies and their practicalities,
~5% of my time spoent here.
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Job Requirements
4 years college degree in CICS engineering.
3 years Programming varous languages, Cobol, C, C++. Etc.
5 years hands on System Management/Engineering Mastering at least
one, preferably two Operating systems.
2 years obtaining Master level Certification in Oracle.
3 years practicing Oracle by maintaining Databases.
1 Year obtaining MCSE.
5+ Years Managing Programming Developers, System Engineers,
Oracle DBA's etc.
While "Depth of experience" and mastery of at least 2-3 technical
diciplines is important to becoming an IT Architect or a Senior
IT Architect, the Breadth of one's experience is what moves one
to the next level, being able to converse intelligently with
Engineers, DBA's and Programmers is important, however being able
to communicate with non technical executives, clearly and
concisely is also an imperative and no amount of "technical
training" can prepare you for this.
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Uppers
Simplifying incredibly Complex solutions and facilitating thier successful
implementation.
Seeing the results of your contributions and how they benefit users and
ultimately customers.
The ability to work with a very diverse and intelligent set of individuals, from
CEO's, CTO's, Engineers, Project Managers etc.
The ability to excersize your creativity! There are no Problems just hidden
solutions!
The world is always changing!
I can work from anywhere!
No Drudgery!
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Downers
Sometimes, having to explain very complex problems in very small
words and simplistically.
Working with people whom find it difficult to embrace change or
will not consider new methodologies.
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Lifestyle
Being regarded as the "Technological Consience" of an organization and a trusted
advisor to multiple levels of the organization is demanding and time
consuming,and while this position is well compensated and salaried, your
availabilty to all persons at all hours is important.
Business Travel can vary, while working as a Technology Architect on the Vendor
side can be put you in a position of visiting multiple cities around the country
or around the world weekly. Working as a Technology Architect on the Customer
side or "Resident Expert", will limit Travel, but Conference's and symposiums are
a must to keep up technologically, beware or "Non-working" conferences or
boon-doggles.
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Compensation
Salaries Vary based on Experinece from the low $100,000.00 to the
$175,000.00.
Bonuses and benefits will also vary by employer.
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Advice to Jobseekers
The most important things to recognize about this position are:
1). A strong work ethic is imperative, this is not a 40 hour a
week job, its a life! 45-60 hours a week is normal but its fun!
2). In order to achieve this level of expertise some long hours
will be required.
3). Hands on experience is invaluable and highly regarded.
4). Love your work or you'll burn out fast, embrace change and
facilitate it!
5). Teach Tech, its rewarding, this can be done by mentoring or
just explaining things.
6). Ultimately you are a trsuted advisor to all levels of the
organization, your integrity is paramount!
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