IT Architect

About The Company

CHRISTUS Health is a leading faith-based, nonprofit health system dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services across multiple communities. With a commitment to compassionate care, innovative solutions, and community engagement, CHRISTUS Health strives to improve the health and well-being of the individuals it serves. The organization emphasizes a patient-centered approach, integrating advanced medical technologies and fostering a collaborative environment for healthcare professionals. As a prominent player in the healthcare industry, CHRISTUS Health continually invests in infrastructure, technology, and talent to support its mission of extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

About The Role

The IT Architect at CHRISTUS Health plays a pivotal role in designing and implementing robust IT systems that support the organization’s operational and strategic objectives. This position involves developing comprehensive system infrastructure, ensuring security protocols, and establishing application architecture frameworks. The role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise to drive enterprise-level initiatives that enhance system scalability, reliability, and availability. The IT Architect collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, translating complex business requirements into effective technical solutions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead innovative projects, influence technology standards, and contribute to the organization’s digital transformation journey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience working with complex IT systems within large corporate environments.
• At least four (4) years of hands-on experience in infrastructure engineering, software development, system administration, or system architecture.
• Proven expertise in system or application performance modeling and tuning.
• TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) certification is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present technical solutions effectively to all management levels.
• Ability to lead and guide teams through complex design and implementation processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the organization’s information system vision and strategic plans aligning with business goals.
• Research and evaluate new systems and technologies, conducting beta testing to determine suitability within the CHRISTUS environment.
• Evaluate proposed system acquisitions, providing critical input on compatibility, cost, resource requirements, and operational impact.
• Develop and recommend standards, procedures, and best practices for various technology domains.
• Participate in the design and implementation of proactive data collection and reporting processes to monitor system performance.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of current IT certifications and emerging industry trends to ensure technological relevance.
• Design and model infrastructure architectures, performing capacity planning to meet future demands.
• Provide leadership and guidance on architecture design initiatives, ensuring solutions are scalable, flexible, and aligned with business needs.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop and enforce technical standards and best practices.
• Engage with stakeholders during requirements gathering, discovery, and solution development to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Evaluate new system proposals and modifications, offering oversight and strategic input to decision-making processes.
• Lead complex system design and implementation projects, demonstrating initiative and proactive planning.
• Develop strong relationships with management and technical teams, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Identify dependencies, risks, and opportunities within projects, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
• Apply advanced understanding of clinical and business workflows to tailor IT solutions that meet operational needs.
• Review documentation, articulate complex concepts clearly, and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Benefits

CHRISTUS Health offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of its employees. Benefits include competitive salary packages, health insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, retirement savings options, paid time off, and wellness programs. The organization also promotes continuous learning and development through training opportunities, certifications, and career advancement pathways. Employees enjoy a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation, integrity, and excellence. Additionally, CHRISTUS Health provides work-life balance initiatives and recognition programs to foster employee satisfaction and engagement.

Equal Opportunity

CHRISTUS Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Our organization values diversity and is dedicated to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to deliver compassionate care and innovative solutions to our communities.

Key skills/competency

• System Design
• Infrastructure Architecture
• Strategic Planning
• Performance Tuning
• Security Protocols
• Application Architecture
• Technical Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Capacity Planning
• IT Standards