IT Infrastructure Architect

Currently in search of an IT Infrastructure Architect in Pittsburgh! Onsite Role Weekly Pay, Benefits Available $84.55-92.00/Hour Change agent mindset, adept at delivering better business results by bringing in new approaches and perspectives Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree in computer science, information technology, system analysis or a related field Minimum five (5) years of design and implementation experience in IT, with a deep knowledge in a minimum of three of the following (or similar) technical disciplines: operating systems, servers and storage, network design fundamentals, clustering technologies, virtualization, and Active Directory and related protocols Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree in computer science, information technology, system analysis or a related field Knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Understanding of cloud technologies and architecture Understanding of database operations Experience with modeling languages (such as UML and ArchiMate) Experience with NIST 800-171, DFARS, Export Control or CMMC 2.0 requirements and standards The Infrastructure Architect will sit within the Infrastructure team while partnering closely with fellow Architects, leading architecture activities that guide the development and management of all technical and infrastructure solutions. The IT Infrastructure Architect works closely with business representatives, process owners and subject matter experts from other facets of IT to contribute to the design of efficient and value-adding business solutions. The ideal candidate will create artifacts which will help develop target-state guidance (standards, guidelines, individual parts, platforms, and configurations) for evolving the technical infrastructure across the enterprise. Major Activities and Responsibilities Lead the analysis of technology industry and market trends to determine their potential use-cases and impact on the enterprise as well as on the existing technology architecture Partner closely with business representatives, process owners and subject matter experts from other facets of IT to contribute to the design of efficient and value-adding business solutions Proactively review infrastructure related technology roadmaps and evaluates them against both the internal and external environment to maintain a clear technology direction Guide technology investment decisions based on analysis and evaluation to drive value-added business outcomes while ensuring nonfunctional requirements are met Lead analysis of the technical environment to detect critical deficiencies and opportunities for improvement, then uses this information to recommend solutions designed for flexibility and scalability Help the enterprise define metrics to measure and demonstrate enterprise technology value Maintain awareness of both business and IT strategy to ensure that technical architecture is aligned to future needs and growth. Understands technology trends and the practical application of new, existing and emerging technologies to enable new and evolving business and operating models Assist with designing the governance and standards activities associated with ensuring technology architecture compliance of projects and products Oversee and consults on technology changes, updates and implementations Document and maintains artifacts such as architecture diagrams, policies and standards within the infrastructure space Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong understanding of lifecycle management, configuration management, impact and risk analysis Ability to take account of technical and architectural debt Knowledge of many, if not most, components of an enterprise architecture as well as system security, backup and recovery systems and disaster recovery best practices Knowledge of IT standards and controls Strong project management skills; highly organized with the ability to manage time, multiple priorities and complex issues efficiently Exceptional communication skills to convey information effectively across all levels of the organization Capable of interpreting and evaluating information objectively to influence and guide senior leaders in decision-making Well-developed interpersonal skills, capable of quickly building trusting relationships, collaborating effectively cross-functionally, and influencing without direct authority Business acumen of manufacturing processes, supporting systems, and data types collected during the process Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; can swiftly assess risks, analyze complex situations and determine next course of action Strong analytical and conceptual skills; ability to create original concepts and theories for a variety of projects