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Baylor University · 1 month ago

Assistant Vice President for IT Infrastructure

1111 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Baylor University is seeking a strategic and technically adept leader to serve as the Assistant Vice President for IT Infrastructure. This role is essential for overseeing core infrastructure services that support the University's academic, research, and administrative missions while ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment.

EducationUniversities

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide executive leadership for infrastructure services, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment

Develop and implement long-term infrastructure strategies that support Baylor’s growth and mission

Oversee budgeting, vendor management, and lifecycle planning for infrastructure technologies

Collaborate with campus stakeholders to ensure infrastructure supports academic and administrative needs

Lead efforts in cloud migration, virtualization, and modernization of legacy infrastructure

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations and standards

Represent Baylor in external partnerships and professional organizations (e.g., Internet2, LEARN, EDUCAUSE)

Qualification

IT infrastructure leadershipCybersecurity principlesData governanceITIL certificationPMP certificationCISSP certificationStrategic planningProject managementCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Master Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in IT infrastructure leadership

Proven experience managing enterprise-scale infrastructure in a complex environment

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage large-scale projects

Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, data governance, and compliance frameworks

Excellent written, presentation and interpersonal communication and leadership skills with technical team members, executive colleagues and institutional leaders

Experience with strategic planning and execution in alignment with Baylor's priorities

Commitment to Baylor's Christian mission and values