Saxon Global
Infrastructure Architect
Saxon Global, Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48900
infrastructure Architect
Lansing, MI onsite
Fulltime
Infrastructure Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and integrating information systems to fit within existing systems infrastructure. This role also includes providing architectural solutions in infrastructure, hardware & hosting service areas.
CORE COMPETENCIES / KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:•Must have a thorough knowledge of the Windows concepts, Domains, Active Directory and its concepts, and the interaction between hardware, operating systems, network, data center, and application software, Linux and Unix is a plus.
Strong working knowledge of VMware or other virtual software.
Deep understanding of TCP, IP and other network protocols. Familiarity with DNS, DHCP and other network services.
Knowledge of managing a data center in terms of systems monitoring, capacity planning and performance tuning.Strong ability to communicate well orally and in writing.Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment and appropriately prioritize tasks, and keep abreast of the latest technology.Capability to work with people in different time zones.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
20+ years' experience in a production IT environment managing enterprise IT infrastructure, hardware, hosting service and network areas.Ability to write architectural design documents or review design documents provided by others.Knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies and ability to apply trends to architectural needs.COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Ability to understand complex written and oral instructions and drive team effectively.Experienced in C-level interactions, deck preparations and presentations from time to time.Must have interacted with VP & C-Level stakeholders and represented service levels & team's performance metrics.Written:Ability to analyze, evaluate and clearly present written information and findings.Verbal:Ability to communicate concepts and information clearly and concisely.Ability to make executive-level presentations.Interpersonal:Ability to interact well with staff, co-workers, and outside contacts.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Responsible for complete infrastructure design, systems analysis, security, data center operation, network & voice communication.Acts as expert for infrastructure teams in the plan, design, and delivery of IT solutions.Advises teams of IT technology standard requirements, methodology and processes.Drives short- & long-term architecture strategy for the overall IT project portfolio for key business segments.Participates in proof of concepts to assist in defining technology direction and enabling business strategy.Communicates and validates program architecture with infrastructure team, project management team, and technology services management team.Conducts end-to-end technical plan design.Develops long-term strategy for historical data retention and archival plan for storage needs.Defines data retention, backup, and recovery methods and plans.Develops enterprise standards to ensure compatibility and integration of multi-vendor platforms.Design and develop infrastructure blueprints for the implementation of new solutions.Responsible for design, review and integration, impact analysis and design modifications to new/existing systems to support new solutions.Develops specifications for interfaces from existing to new systems.Maintain a common documentation library of standardized procedures and configurations.Provide third level support for incidents and problems in designated areas of expertise.Analyze existing systems to ensure security and efficacy.Recommend improvements or alternative technologies to better meet business needs.
Lansing, MI onsite
Fulltime
Infrastructure Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and integrating information systems to fit within existing systems infrastructure. This role also includes providing architectural solutions in infrastructure, hardware & hosting service areas.
CORE COMPETENCIES / KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:•Must have a thorough knowledge of the Windows concepts, Domains, Active Directory and its concepts, and the interaction between hardware, operating systems, network, data center, and application software, Linux and Unix is a plus.
Strong working knowledge of VMware or other virtual software.
Deep understanding of TCP, IP and other network protocols. Familiarity with DNS, DHCP and other network services.
Knowledge of managing a data center in terms of systems monitoring, capacity planning and performance tuning.Strong ability to communicate well orally and in writing.Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment and appropriately prioritize tasks, and keep abreast of the latest technology.Capability to work with people in different time zones.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
20+ years' experience in a production IT environment managing enterprise IT infrastructure, hardware, hosting service and network areas.Ability to write architectural design documents or review design documents provided by others.Knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies and ability to apply trends to architectural needs.COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Ability to understand complex written and oral instructions and drive team effectively.Experienced in C-level interactions, deck preparations and presentations from time to time.Must have interacted with VP & C-Level stakeholders and represented service levels & team's performance metrics.Written:Ability to analyze, evaluate and clearly present written information and findings.Verbal:Ability to communicate concepts and information clearly and concisely.Ability to make executive-level presentations.Interpersonal:Ability to interact well with staff, co-workers, and outside contacts.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Responsible for complete infrastructure design, systems analysis, security, data center operation, network & voice communication.Acts as expert for infrastructure teams in the plan, design, and delivery of IT solutions.Advises teams of IT technology standard requirements, methodology and processes.Drives short- & long-term architecture strategy for the overall IT project portfolio for key business segments.Participates in proof of concepts to assist in defining technology direction and enabling business strategy.Communicates and validates program architecture with infrastructure team, project management team, and technology services management team.Conducts end-to-end technical plan design.Develops long-term strategy for historical data retention and archival plan for storage needs.Defines data retention, backup, and recovery methods and plans.Develops enterprise standards to ensure compatibility and integration of multi-vendor platforms.Design and develop infrastructure blueprints for the implementation of new solutions.Responsible for design, review and integration, impact analysis and design modifications to new/existing systems to support new solutions.Develops specifications for interfaces from existing to new systems.Maintain a common documentation library of standardized procedures and configurations.Provide third level support for incidents and problems in designated areas of expertise.Analyze existing systems to ensure security and efficacy.Recommend improvements or alternative technologies to better meet business needs.