Network Fiber Architect

These positions are only open to Internal King County employees. Only current King County employees will be considered.

We are seeking a skilled Network Fiber Architect specializing in network related fiber infrastructure to join our dynamic Network Services Department team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and governing enterprise network and fiber optic infrastructure and strategies—including inside plant (ISP), outside plant (OSP), dark fiber assets, partner provided fiber resources, and critical facility connectivity. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to integrate diverse IT systems, support long range fiber planning, manage infrastructure construction projects, and ensure seamless communication across all platforms while representing King County’s infrastructure interests.

King County is committed to being the best-run government in the nation, and King County Information Technology (KCIT) is helping lead that transformation. KCIT harnesses the power of technology to modernize operations, advance digital equity and social justice, and deliver innovative solutions that engage, empower, and serve our residents, businesses, and community partners.

Recognized by the National Association of Counties (NACo) for excellence in vision, strategy, innovation, and collaboration, KCIT is focused on delivering smart, secure, and customer-centered technology services that strengthen county operations and support thriving, resilient communities. As the technology business partner to all 18 County departments, KCIT provides the foundational systems and services that power many of the region’s most essential functions.

We work side-by-side with our partners to design and deliver technology solutions that enhance customer experience and advance King County’s mission. Learn more about KCIT at: http://King County.gov/depts/it.aspx.

This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies that may occur.

• Design and deploy scalable, secure, and resilient network architectures that support business objectives across King County’s enterprise environment.
• Architect and govern the county’s fiber optic systems (ISP/OSP), including route planning, entry points, handoff standards, and critical facility connectivity.
• Evaluate existing network and fiber systems and propose improvements in design, efficiency, capacity, resiliency, and security.
• Define long-term fiber infrastructure roadmaps, including strategic use of dark fiber, conduit assets, and future-proofing models.

• Integrate diverse systems and network infrastructure components into cohesive architectures that align with enterprise strategy.
• Collaborate with IT strategic partners, agency technology owners, network engineers, civil engineering partners, facility management and infrastructure teams to ensure compatibility, operational alignment, and optimal system performance.
• Oversee technology convergence within critical facilities, ensuring fiber, transport, and systems integration support operational continuity.

• Implement and maintain security measures across network and physical fiber infrastructures, including fault tolerance, business continuity, monitoring, and secure transport standards.
• Conduct regular security audits, ensure physical fiber route security, and promptly address vulnerabilities or fiber asset risks.
• Ensure partner-provided dark fiber or conduit systems meet county technical and security requirements.

• Monitor network infrastructure capacity, performance, fiber plant…