Overview
On Site
Compensation information provided in the description
Full Time
Skills
Recovery
Data Centers
Computer Hardware
Failover
Communication
Leadership
Presentations
Stakeholder Management
Data Center Migration
VMware
Computer Networking
Articulate
Middleware
Apache Kafka
IBM Websphere DataPower
API
Database
Migration
Financial Services
Health Care
Taxes
Life Insurance
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Enterprise Architect
NO C2C - W2 ONLY
Hybrid in Fort Mill SC, Charlotte NC, New York NY, Austin TX. Please do not apply if you cannot work in these locations.
Project Description
Our client is currently undergoing a major datacenter migration to two newly acquired next-generation datacenters. The existing datacenters are at full capacity with no available space or power, and they operate under legacy models that require full datacenter failure to trigger recovery. The new datacenters introduce modern hardware, ACI-based networking, and blue-green deployment strategies, allowing for individual application-level failover rather than full-site failure. This shift requires the development and implementation of new architectural patterns in collaboration with development teams.
The architect will:
This is a strategic and hands-on role (approximately 75% technical / 25% strategic) with high
visibility across senior leadership.
Key Skills & Requirements
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $100.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
NO C2C - W2 ONLY
Hybrid in Fort Mill SC, Charlotte NC, New York NY, Austin TX. Please do not apply if you cannot work in these locations.
Project Description
Our client is currently undergoing a major datacenter migration to two newly acquired next-generation datacenters. The existing datacenters are at full capacity with no available space or power, and they operate under legacy models that require full datacenter failure to trigger recovery. The new datacenters introduce modern hardware, ACI-based networking, and blue-green deployment strategies, allowing for individual application-level failover rather than full-site failure. This shift requires the development and implementation of new architectural patterns in collaboration with development teams.
The architect will:
- Review migration schedules and architectural patterns.
- Ensure teams apply the correct patterns.
- Establish lines of defense for resiliency.
- Present regularly to the executive leadership team.
This is a strategic and hands-on role (approximately 75% technical / 25% strategic) with high
visibility across senior leadership.
Key Skills & Requirements
- Leadership & Communication
- Executive presence and ability to engage with senior leadership.
- Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Technical Expertise
- Deep experience in enterprise-level datacenter migrations (on-prem to on-prem).
- VMware expertise at a master certification level.
- Strong networking knowledge, especially with ACI and tools like ThousandEyes.
- Familiarity with Cyber Application Manager - able to articulate pros and cons.
- Middleware experience with Kafka and DataPower (API Gateway).
- Proven experience in database migrations.
- Architecture & Strategy
- Experience designing and applying new architectural patterns.
- Knowledge of blue-green deployments and ACI segmentation.
- Ability to create resilient infrastructure with layered defenses.
- Industry Background
- Preferred experience in financial services, healthcare, defense, or education.
- Work Environment
- Onsite requirement: 4 days/week.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $100.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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