OCI Architect

OCI Architect

Job #: 042832

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $108,000- $115,000

Hours: Standard University business hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year); 8:00am - 4:30pm (summer). Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type: Full Time

The Cloud Architect will design and implement enterprise-level infrastructure solutions that align with the organization's goals and IT strategy. This role requires expertise in cloud architecture services, best practices, and the ability to manage complex projects across the organization. The Architect will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration, optimal performance, and scalability of cloud infrastructure, supporting current and future business needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
• Three or more years in a Database Administrator role required.

• Expertise in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and related services.
• Hands‑on experience applying AI tools to functional business analysis work, including process mapping, requirements gathering, or workflow automation.
• Strong understanding of higher education IT needs, including academic and administrative processes.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks relevant to higher education.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Strong verbal and written skills to communicate technical requirements to appropriate audiences.
• Ability to work well with ITS staff and management to provide leadership and guidance for strategic direction.

• Collaborate with institutional leadership to align Oracle Cloud solutions with strategic goals.
• Assess current IT infrastructure and identify opportunities for migration to Oracle Cloud.
• Develop comprehensive cloud strategies that address scalability, compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Communicate, plan, and implement Oracle cloud patches and infrastructure events.
• Provide strategic support to the EST team implementing Oracle Cloud Manager for PS environments.
• Provide production support, verify and practice backup recovery.
• Monitor and optimize performance of Oracle Cloud applications and infrastructure.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks to ensure seamless user experiences for faculty, staff, and students.
• Implement scalable solutions for peak demands.
• Design and implement disaster recovery plans using Oracle Cloud native tools and services.
• Ensure critical systems are resilient and maintain high availability.
• Test and validate recovery processes to guarantee minimal impact during disruptions.
• Act as primary technical expert for Oracle Cloud‑related issues.
• Provide timely support to faculty, staff, and students.
• Maintain documentation of system configurations, changes, and best practices; facilitate migration of legacy systems to Oracle Cloud.
• Establish best practices for data migration, application integration, and system testing.
• Work closely with academic departments, administrative units, and IT teams (DBA, People Soft administrators, network, security, firewall) to understand specific requirements.
• Provide expert guidance on leveraging Oracle Cloud services to enhance teaching, research, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with other ITS teams to integrate OCI applications into other SU entities.
• Conduct workshops and training to build cloud competency.
• Stay updated with latest Oracle Cloud features; identify opportunities for innovation.
• Propose and implement new technologies to support digital transformation.
• Foster continuous improvement by reviewing and refining cloud practices.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Syracuse University is an equal‑opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.