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Senior IT Architect roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information technology, or a related engineering field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension start date.
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Top candidates will have Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
This is a local hybrid position; meaning need to be local or willing to relocate here for this position.
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is responsible for leading the process that aligns our information technology solutions to business system initiatives. It is responsible for coordinating and directing information technology design project activities as well as providing technology direction in support of project and support teams. It works with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective information technology solutions. It participates in overall IT planning, bringing a current knowledge and future vision of technology and systems. Analyzes business needs and corresponding technology requirements to ensure that IT solutions will offer business value and security and will be effectively integrated with current architectures. Offers consultative support regarding new technologies and system requirements.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Plans and directs information technology solution activities for projects within the IT organization.
- Ensures all information technology projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives.
- Reviews and approves information technology solution proof-of-concept projects.
- Advises in solution development tasks to include design, implementation and formal testing.
- Manages IT architectural projects including coordinating the activities of several separate operational teams which report to individual IT Managers.
- Reviews all transitions into production.
- Develops and completes actions in IT solution requirements management, technical and logistical specifications and other disciplines.
- Creates and maintains information technology standards and conceptual technical documentation to insure efficient planning and execution.
- Participates in the writing and scoring of information technology Request For Proposals.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Expert knowledge of and experience with enterprise scale technologies.
- Expertise with IT and Business Architecture concepts and best practices.
- Practical knowledge of information technology services delivery techniques.
- Practical knowledge of a broad range of information technology domains including: server virtualization, storage systems, application delivery systems, networking, security, software development, process automation, authentication and authorization systems.
- Demonstrated success with IT transformation.
- Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically.
- Ability to organize issues and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
- Must be a self-starter, be self-motivated, and able to effectively multi-task.
- Strong oral and written communicator who is able to build cooperative relationships with people.
- Results-oriented and skilled in decision making and problem solving and comfortable working in unstructured team environments.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field or equivalent.
- Three years of experience in IT solution design that spans multiple IT domains (e.g. data centers, servers, storage, networks).
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Certification in and experience in applying an architectural framework (TOGAF) and service management framework (ITIL).
- Communication, Documentation, and Diagram skills.
- Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85907
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8-5
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name Information Technology Services
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department COR ISC 17A ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS
Category Information Technology
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
Overview
Top candidates will have Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
This is a local hybrid position; meaning need to be local or willing to relocate here for this position.
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is responsible for leading the process that aligns our information technology solutions to business system initiatives. It is responsible for coordinating and directing information technology design project activities as well as providing technology direction in support of project and support teams. It works with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective information technology solutions. It participates in overall IT planning, bringing a current knowledge and future vision of technology and systems. Analyzes business needs and corresponding technology requirements to ensure that IT solutions will offer business value and security and will be effectively integrated with current architectures. Offers consultative support regarding new technologies and system requirements.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Plans and directs information technology solution activities for projects within the IT organization.
- Ensures all information technology projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives.
- Reviews and approves information technology solution proof-of-concept projects.
- Advises in solution development tasks to include design, implementation and formal testing.
- Manages IT architectural projects including coordinating the activities of several separate operational teams which report to individual IT Managers.
- Reviews all transitions into production.
- Develops and completes actions in IT solution requirements management, technical and logistical specifications and other disciplines.
- Creates and maintains information technology standards and conceptual technical documentation to insure efficient planning and execution.
- Participates in the writing and scoring of information technology Request For Proposals.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Expert knowledge of and experience with enterprise scale technologies.
- Expertise with IT and Business Architecture concepts and best practices.
- Practical knowledge of information technology services delivery techniques.
- Practical knowledge of a broad range of information technology domains including: server virtualization, storage systems, application delivery systems, networking, security, software development, process automation, authentication and authorization systems.
- Demonstrated success with IT transformation.
- Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically.
- Ability to organize issues and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
- Must be a self-starter, be self-motivated, and able to effectively multi-task.
- Strong oral and written communicator who is able to build cooperative relationships with people.
- Results-oriented and skilled in decision making and problem solving and comfortable working in unstructured team environments.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field or equivalent.
- Three years of experience in IT solution design that spans multiple IT domains (e.g. data centers, servers, storage, networks).
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Certification in and experience in applying an architectural framework (TOGAF) and service management framework (ITIL).
- Communication, Documentation, and Diagram skills.
- Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85907
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8-5
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name Information Technology Services
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department COR ISC 17A ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS
Category Information Technology
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
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Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your STEM degree maps to an approved CIP code on the Department of Homeland Security STEM Designated Degree Program List. Architecture-adjacent IT degrees sometimes fall outside the list, so confirm with your DSO before targeting roles requiring the full 36-month authorization window.
Confirm E-Verify status before accepting offers
Ask HR to share the company's E-Verify Company ID during the offer stage, not after signing. Employers can look enrolled but have let their certification lapse. Cross-check enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before committing to a start date.
Structure your I-983 training plan around architecture deliverables
Generic training plans get rejected. Tie each learning objective to a concrete Senior IT Architect deliverable, such as designing cloud migration frameworks or leading enterprise security architecture reviews. Your DSO and manager must both sign the plan before your extension activates.
Target enterprise employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior IT Architect roles by employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated STEM OPT onboarding and understand the E-Verify requirement without needing to be educated on it.
Use OFLC Wage Search to negotiate from a defensible baseline
Senior IT Architect prevailing wages vary significantly by metropolitan area and experience level. Pull the Level III and Level IV wage data from OFLC Wage Search for your target city before your offer call so you're negotiating from DOL-defined benchmarks, not anecdotal ranges.
Align your cap-gap window with your H-1B petition timeline
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B visa petition during the registration window, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30. Coordinate your Senior IT Architect start date and project commitments around this window so there's no gap in your ability to work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior IT Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a DHS-designated STEM field such as computer science, information systems, or electrical engineering, and the role maps to that field. The job title alone doesn't determine eligibility. Your DSO will evaluate whether the Senior IT Architect position constitutes practical training directly related to your degree program before approving the extension through SEVIS.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Senior IT Architect position?
The I-983 must identify specific learning objectives tied to your degree field, the skills you'll develop, and how the employer will evaluate your progress. For a Senior IT Architect, this typically means documenting architecture design responsibilities, technology governance activities, and project leadership scope. Both you and an authorized company representative must sign the plan, and it must be in place before your STEM OPT extension start date.
How do I verify that a Senior IT Architect employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact for the company's E-Verify Company ID and verify it through the E-Verify employer search tool. Enrollment status can lapse if a company doesn't renew, so don't rely on a job posting that says 'E-Verify employer' without independently confirming active status. This step is required by USCIS before your STEM OPT extension can be authorized.
How do I find Senior IT Architect employers who are already familiar with STEM OPT requirements?
Migrate Mate filters Senior IT Architect listings by employers with verified DOL LCA filing history, which indicates prior experience sponsoring international candidates. Targeting these employers reduces the onboarding friction around E-Verify enrollment, I-983 training plan setup, and USCIS reporting obligations, since their HR teams have handled the process before.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery but my OPT expires before October 1?
Cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization if your employer files a timely H-1B petition during the registration window and you're in a valid OPT period when your F-1 status would otherwise expire. Your EAD remains valid through September 30 of that year. Coordinate your Senior IT Architect project timeline with your employer so there's no interruption to billable work or client-facing responsibilities during this window.