IT Associate Architect - Electronic Security

Position Overview

The Associate Architect for Electronic Security Systems (ESS) is responsible for assisting in executing the Information Management vision and strategy as defined by the Office of the CIO. Delivering high quality, cost effective solutions to all levels of users; supporting the business goals and objectives for the IS Division and the UH organization as a whole. The Associate Architect for ESS will follow structured processes in the delivery of products and services, review and maintain compliance, and provide associated department metrics. Provides complex systems support for several end users including access control, video, badging, work order systems, infant abduction, and visitor management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the Information Management vision and strategy.
• Deliver high quality, cost effective solutions to users.
• Support business goals and objectives for the IS Division.
• Follow structured processes in delivery of products and services.
• Review and maintain compliance.
• Provide associated department metrics.
• Provide complex systems support for end users of various security systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Healthcare Business or related field.
• Five years of experience, or an Associate degree and two years related experience may be substituted for required education/experience.
• Experience in a large complex information systems environment with a variety of Management Information Systems applications & technologies.
• Experience in the healthcare industry is desirable.
• Experience with server hardware and in a networked environment is desirable.
• Ability to obtain factory certifications from Software House, Milestone Video, Salient Video, Zenitel Stentofon Emergency Communication, and Centrak & Elpas Infant/Pedi Protection Security Systems.
• Knowledge of security procedures and literacy with computers, including peripherals and software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of security applications (ESS: Access Control, Video Surveillance, Emergency Intercom, Infant/Pedi Protection, Intrusion Detection) and operations.
• Knowledge of the impact of the environment of care.