The Role: IT Infrastructure Architect (Technical Architect)
Contract: Perm
Salary: £60-65K
Location: UK (Remote)
Start date: ASAP
** Due to the nature of our client’s work the successful candidate will need to either hold or be able to obtain SC Security Clearance. For this reason, we are only able to progress with applications from British nationals.
Technical Architects design and implement information systems to support the enterprise Technical of an organization. They ensure that all systems are working at optimal levels and support the development of new technologies and system requirements. Technical Architects generally lead and direct a team and report directly to top management.
Responsibilities:
- To accomplish their core duty of designing and implementing complex computer systems, Technical Architects are responsible for many tasks.
- The Technical Architect analyses existing systems to ensure they offer adequate security and are effectively meeting the needs of the organization. They coordinate with all areas of the organization to see that the system is working as optimally as it should. They also analyze business requirements to identify where they can integrate new hardware, operating systems, or connectivity solutions.
- Based on their knowledge of IT and their analysis of the systems’ needs, the Technical Architect may recommend alternative technologies or improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals. These recommendations are presented clearly and understandably to senior management.
- Technical Architects lead the design and review processes for new systems. They develop and document the proposed technical design for the integration and implementation of any new solution.
Requirements:
Core skills:
- Experience with a broad range of technologies and building enterprise architecture roadmaps
- Experience designing, integrating and managing complex Infrastructure solutions
- Knowledge of client-server networking and database management
- Ability to provide technical system solutions, determine overall design direction and provide hardware recommendations for complex technical issues
- Experience planning and developing support processes and adhering to best practices
- Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies
Advanced skills:
- Awareness of the direction of travel for the IT industry
- Architecture Certification (TOGAF)
- Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) certifications in Windows.
- Knowledge of VMWARE and Virtualisation technologies
- Knowledge of SAN and Storage Networks
- Knowledge of network technologies.