IT Infrastructure Architect

We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Architect. This is a rare opportunity to be a strategic contributor and take ownership of the planning, design, and building of infrastructure platforms.

Houston, TX

Altus Group

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In 2005, we started with 400 employees and have grown exponentially to over 2300 around the globe today. Altus Group employees don&rsquo;t see boundaries, they see opportunity. They deliver results for our clients and our company and are recognized and rewarded for the value they create. This is an opportunity to work in depth on multiple projects that encompass many industries, geographic reach and high profile design.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At Altus, we want you to realize your potential. We value collaboration and knowledge sharing of best practices. We support professional growth and we actively seek out ideas. This is the place to present the newest research, to introduce the coolest tech and see it come to fruition and be applied. Your work will make a difference.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://www.altusgroup.com

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Overview: <p dir="LTR"><strong>Who we need</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT">We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Architect. This is a rare opportunity to be a strategic contributor and take ownership of the planning, design, and building of infrastructure platforms.</p> <p dir="DEFAULT">As our new IT Infrastructure Architect you will work with other members of the Enterprise Architecture, IT, and business teams to anticipate, plan, and deliver technology solutions in-line with the strategic objectives of the organization. You will analyze current information systems as well as business objectives to identify where you can integrate new infrastructure solutions. This is a chance to play a critical part in the successful delivery of business value through IT platforms and services while ensuring performance, availability, security, scalability, and <span class="WP01">manageability.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p dir="DEFAULT">As the new Infrastructure Architect, you have excellent technical design and development skills and have expertise in multiple Information Technology disciplines. Both highly analytical and collaborative, you have the critical thinking and communication skills to partner with executive-level employees. You have a successful record of building and rolling out global IT infrastructure architecture to support mid-to-large organizations, and you bring both hands-on, live experience and a deep understanding of IT standards and best <span class="WP01">practices.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p dir="DEFAULT"><strong>What's in it for you</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT">You want a chance to create and implement an aligned, scalable IT infrastructure for a growing global mid-sized company. You want the autonomy to make decisions and to influence technology choices across the organization. You want to be both hands-on and at the helm, as you design the infrastructure strategy and architecture frameworks. You want to make an impact at a global software company, with over 80 sites, solving the challenges and gaining the rewards of successfully aligning business, strategic and technical needs across multiple time zones and languages.&nbsp;</p>
Responsibilities: <p dir="LTR"><strong>What you will focus on:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p dir="LTR">Strategy. You will collaborate with the business to understand their needs and individual sub-strategies in order to create alignment with the IT technology platform development. You will present the technology strategy and architecture recommendations to senior management in a clear and precise manner that is easily understood.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Model. You will create and maintain models that illustrate the interdependencies between business, roles, capabilities, and technologies.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Infrastructure architecture frameworks. You will collaborate with other architects to create, refine, and put into practice, frameworks, processes, policies, and standards to enable reproducible and predictable results for complex cross-functional <span class="WP01">initiatives.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Alternative technologies. You will draw on your knowledge of infrastructure technologies, and analysis of the business needs to recommend enhancements or improvement.&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Infrastructure architecture blueprints. You will develop and maintain designs that illustrate technology strategy and business <span class="WP01">alignment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">New systems. You will lead the design, review, and approval process for the integration and implementation of any new software. You will create detailed plans for the integration of new systems architecture into existing <span class="WP01">infrastructure.&nbsp;</span></p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Security. You will implement security practices according to industry security standards and Altus Information Security team.</p> </li> </ul>
Requirements: <p dir="LTR"><strong>Our new IT Infrastructure Architect has:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p dir="LTR">The education and expertise. You have a university degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology. You have 10+ years proven success in IT infrastructure planning for mid-to-large-sized global organizations. You have a demonstrated ability to design and deliver useful and useable technology platforms that also meet architectural objectives in terms of security, scalability, performance, and availability.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">The expert knowledge. You have practical experience in:</p> <ul> <li> <p dir="LTR">Architecting and developing multiple infrastructure platforms.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Designing and implementing Cisco enterprise infrastructures, including routing protocols as well as security and SIP/VoIP architectures.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Cloud Computing/Hybrid architectures and cloud migration expertise.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">2 to 3 years of hands-on configuration/design and administration with AWS and SD-WAN.</p> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">The leadership: You have the combined relationship building and analytical skills to initiate implement, and roll out global technology platforms. You can collaborate, negotiate, and influence multiple stakeholders.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">The language. You have exceptional written and verbal communication skills. You are a skilled speaker who can present ideas and information in compelling ways. You can engage technical or non-technical stakeholders at all levels to drive organizational effectiveness.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="DEFAULT">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="LTR"><strong>Need any more reasons to join Altus?</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT">In 2005, we started with 400 employees and have grown exponentially to over 2500 around the globe today. Altus Group employees don&rsquo;t see boundaries, they see opportunity. They deliver results for our clients and our company and are recognized and rewarded for the value they create. This is an opportunity to work in depth on multiple projects that encompass many industries, geographic reach and high profile design.</p> <p dir="DEFAULT">Altus Group isn&rsquo;t just about the amazing work we do. We work hard to create a dynamic company culture that reflects the values of our employees and what motivates them individually and as a team:<br /><br />Altus Cares - We are always seeking ways to give back to our communities and support causes important to our employees. We are actively involved in local charity work and we believe in laying the groundwork for a more prosperous future. Our personal highlight is our involvement with Ronald McDonald house in four different countries where we volunteer every September as a company.</p> <p dir="LTR">Education - We believe our employees represent the best this industry has to offer and we want to reflect their commitment to education and continued learning.</p> <p dir="DEFAULT">Team Spirit - We host an annual hockey tournament and an annual client party. We play badminton in the winter and pick up soccer in the summer. There&rsquo;s surprise treats, seasonal events and Friday lunches too.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="DEFAULT">At Altus Group, we are proud to say that many of our teams are comprised of members who have been here five years or longer. We think that speaks volumes about our atmosphere and our people.</p> <p><em>Come realize your potential at Altus Group!</em></p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.</p>