Manager IT Architecture

Manager - IT Infrastructure Architecture is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and management of IT infrastructure. This role involves developing designs for both on-premise and cloud environments to build robust, scalable, and efficient systems to enhance IT services availability and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the Infrastructure Architecture design and implementation of IT infrastructure, including both on-premise and cloud-based solutions.
2. Review, suggest improvements, and approve IT systems designs in alignment with various functional architects while ensuring compliance with company Infrastructure Architecture standards.
3. Lead the Infrastructure architecture team to identify and create repeatable architecture patterns in alignment with IT Information security and enterprise architecture standards.
4. Develop strategies for the seamless integration of cloud services with existing on-premise infrastructure.
5. Manage and mentor a team of IT infrastructure architects and IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
6. Ensure all IT infrastructure designs adhere to security standards and compliance.
7. Collaborate with vendors and service providers to align and formulate solutions to meet specific company requirements with IT infrastructure services.
8. Work closely with Demand Management to develop scope of work with optimized budgets for IT infrastructure based on approved business demands.
9. Identify opportunities for improvements in IT infrastructure and implement best practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience

15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

Certifications

Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified - Infrastructure Solutions Expert, Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified - Solutions Architect, Cisco CCNP, VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization, etc. Understanding of architecture framework and preferably certified in TOGAF.