Infrastructure Architect at APN Consulting, Inc

Direct Client Requirement
Position: Infrastructure Architect
location: New York, NY
Type: Full Time/Permanent
Job Description:
The client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Infrastructure Architect to join our team
In this role, you will be responsible for collaborating closely with various infrastructure services teams, including the Cloud Team, Automation Team, OS Engineering Teams, Networking Team, and Operations Team
Additionally, you will establish and maintain a strong partnership with our Corporate Real Estate teams to align infrastructure architecture strategies with facility planning and management efforts.
Objective: The Infrastructure Architect plays a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure that supports the organization's technological framework
They are responsible for ensuring that the infrastructure is not only efficient and reliable but also capable of adapting to changing business requirements and technological advancements.
Key Responsibilities:
Relationship Building and Communication:

• Coordinate meetings and discussions, as needed, between Infrastructure IT and Front Office IT teams to maintain open lines of communication
  
• Address concerns, issues, and opportunities raised by teams and act as a mediator to ensure effective collaboration
  

Project Alignment and Prioritization:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to review projects and provide weekly summary of projects spearheaded by each vertical
  
• Ensure teams are on the same page regarding project objectives, milestones, and deliverables
  

Process Improvement Initiatives:

• Identify opportunities for process improvement for ticket/incident management
  
• Work with teams to implement changes that enhance efficiency and effectiveness
  
• Technology Upgrades/Enhancements and Deployment Support:
• Act as a liaison between Infrastructure IT and Front Office IT during technology upgrades/enhancements, migrations, and deployments
  

Reporting and Metrics Tracking:

• Track and report on key performance indicators and metrics related to integration efforts
  
• Provide regular updates to management on progress, challenges, and outcomes
  
• Create a matrix of routine services with an expected SLA for each
  

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with senior management and other stakeholders to provide updates, gather feedback, and ensure alignment of integration efforts with broader organizational objectives
  

Overall Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the Cloud Team, Automation Team, OS Engineering Teams, Networking Team, Operations Team, and Corporate Real Estate teams, to define and implement infrastructure strategies and solutions
  
• Assess and analyze business requirements, translating them into scalable and efficient infrastructure designs
  
• Develop infrastructure architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and technical documentation
  
• Oversee the implementation and integration of infrastructure components, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and security standards
  
• Evaluate and recommend infrastructure technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance operational efficiency, performance, and reliability
  
• Conduct periodic assessments and audits of existing infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing appropriate remediation plans
  
• Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues and incidents, collaborating with relevant teams to ensure timely resolution
  
• Establish and maintain a strong partnership with Corporate Real Estate teams to align infrastructure architecture strategies with facility planning and management
  
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating them into the infrastructure architecture strategy
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree Infrastructure IT, or a related field
• Proven experience (8+ years) working as an Infrastructure Architect in the finance industry, with a focus on designing and implementing infrastructure solutions
  
• Strong understanding of finance industry regulations, compliance standards, and security frameworks
• Extensive knowledge of cloud infrastructure, automation tools, operating systems, networking protocols, and IT operations
• Proficient in infrastructure architecture frameworks and design principles
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking capabilities, with a keen attention to detail
  
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and Corporate Real Estate teams
  
• Industry certifications are highly desirable