Senior Network Architect

The American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators

The International Registration Plan Inc.

Looking to learn and grow in an organization that makes a difference?

AAMVA and IRP work with member jurisdictions serves a vital purpose in the areas of highway safety, identification security and law enforcement.  Challenging projects provide opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of all Americans.

Want to work in a positive environment that is professional, friendly, and gets the job done?

AAMVA fosters a positive working environment that is professional and relaxed. The staff is bright, motivated, and work hard to accomplish our key goals and objectives.  A convenient Ballston location near the Metro in class A space.

Looking for good pay and great benefits?

We provide competitive pay and an excellent benefits package - Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Employer Paid Wellness Plan, Tuition Assistance, 401K with company match, flexible hours and more.

We currently have an opportunity that is detailed in the job description below.  If you have extensive practical knowledge and experience in this area we invite you to join an organization that is recognized as the North American authority for motor vehicle administration and law enforcement.

Job Description

Job Title:      Senior Network Architect

Job Grade:   T09                                         Supervisor’s Title: Director of Infrastructure

Division/Department:     Technology/Infrastructure

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Core Values:  As an organization AAMVA operates from the belief that core values are critical to individual success and effectiveness.  The expectation being that every individual will exhibit behaviors consistent with the following core values:

v     Integrity and honesty in all dealings.

v     Open sharing of information with all relevant parties

v     Respect and collaboration in all relationships

v     Innovation and creativity in planning and problem solving

v     Customer service that is flexible, responsive and positive.

v     Full accountability for all operations.

v     Committed to organizational learning and continuous improvement

Position Summary:  This technical position is responsible for the architecture and design of AAMVA’s wide area network (WAN). This involves developing systems specifications and technical implementation plans, coordinating complex installation projects, researching and evaluating new technologies, and working with AAMVA colleagues to refine the strategic direction of AAMVA’s WAN infrastructure. The Senior Network Architect also advises AAMVA colleagues on network services solutions.  The Senior Network Architect will also manage enterprise level, multi-vendor projects.  The Senior Network Architect will also play a role in designing and maintaining AAMVA security infrastructure and data centers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Design and manage the rollout of critical network infrastructures to support AAMVAnet™ products and services, on both a strategic (long term) and tactical (immediate term) level.
2. Perform analytical, technical and administrative work in the planning, design, installation and on-going administration of the AAMVAnet WAN and AAMVA data centers.
3. Review, analyze, and maintain documentation for current WAN network infrastructure.
4. Evaluate alternative technologies and architectures in relation to AAMVA’s infrastructure needs. Interface with management and vendors to develop and implement new solutions to meet business requirements.
5. Provide technical expertise to Product Development staff. Assist Product Development in a backup role, when required.
6. Serve on a 24x7 Tier 1 help desk for critical AAMVA infrastructure.
7. Develop staff and customer training materials. Conduct staff and customer training and consultation.
8. Act as a liaison to AAMVA technical committees.

Direct Reports to this Position: 

None.

Qualifications:

Formal Education:  Bachelor’s degree.
(Technical experience or certifications may be substituted for this requirement.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 

Knowledge must include:

• Network technologies such as TCP/IP, SNA, MPLS and Frame-Relay, as well as routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, etc.
• Relationships between information processing systems and networks that support them.
• Security technologies such as Firewalls, IPS/IDS, SSL, IPSEC, EAP, PEAP, etc.

Skills must include:

• Project management and leadership.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills.

Abilities must include:

• Managing competing priorities, communicating among stakeholders, engaging resources as required and independently following tasks through to completion.
• Regularly working outside of standard business hours.

Experience must include:

• Five years of experience in telecommunications or enterprise-level networking.
• CCNP or CCIE certification required (must be current).
• Experience supporting Microsoft Windows Server products is not required, but highly desirable.
• Experience with installing and configuring firewalls, IPSEC and SSL VPN’s, IDS/IPS is highly desired.

Disclaimer Statement: The preceding job description has been written to reflect management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

How to apply

To apply for this position please send your cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to:

EMAIL                careers@aamva.org

FAX           703.908.8292

MAIL         HR Manager

                AAMVA

                4301 Wilson Blvd.

                Suite 400

                Arlington, VA 22203

AAMVA/IRP is an equal employment employer and welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups, especially people of color, persons with disabilities and women.

Applicants who are considered finalists for the position will be subject to a background check.

About AAMVA

The American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization developing model programs in motor vehicle administration, law enforcement and highway safety. The association also serves as an information clearinghouse in these areas, and acts as the international spokesman for these interests. AAMVA operates a private secure network that spans North America which enables the transfer of information and data between the jurisdictions and other stakeholders including a number of Federal agencies.

Founded in 1933, AAMVA represents the state and provincial officials in the United States and Canada who administer and enforce motor vehicle laws. AAMVA’s programs encourage uniformity and reciprocity among the states and provinces. The association also liaisons with other levels of government and the private sector. Its development and research activities provide guidelines for more effective public service. AAMVA’s membership includes associations, organizations and businesses that share an interest in the association’s goals.

To learn more about AAMVA visit www.aamva.org.  Click on CAREER CENTER to see a listing of AAMVA employment opportunities and information on benefit programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 

Knowledge must include:

• Network technologies such as TCP/IP, SNA, MPLS and Frame-Relay, as well as routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, etc.
• Relationships between information processing systems and networks that support them.
• Security technologies such as Firewalls, IPS/IDS, SSL, IPSEC, EAP, PEAP, etc.

Skills must include:

• Project management and leadership.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills.

Abilities must include:

• Managing competing priorities, communicating among stakeholders, engaging resources as required and independently following tasks through to completion.
• Regularly working outside of standard business hours.

Experience must include:

• Five years of experience in telecommunications or enterprise-level networking.
• CCNP or CCIE certification required (must be current).
• Experience supporting Microsoft Windows Server products is not required, but highly desirable.
• Experience with installing and configuring firewalls, IPSEC and SSL VPN’s, IDS/IPS is highly desired.