Enterprise Data Center Architect

Enterprise Data Center Architect

Location: Onsite - Hill Air Force Base, Utah (Monday-Friday)
Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance and IAT II Certified
Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: Up to $150K-$200K annualized (hourly equivalent during contract phase)

Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Enterprise Data Center Architect for a critical role supporting the transformation of a high-impact, cloud-based data center environment. This position is responsible for architecting and managing systems that power mission-critical applications and ensure seamless, secure, and scalable user experiences.
This is an onsite role requiring an active Secret Clearance, offering the potential for full-time conversion after an initial 6-month contract period.
Key Responsibilities:

• Architecture Design and Implementation: Lead the design, development, and implementation of front-end data center architecture, focusing on optimizing hosting and DevSecOps environments for application information systems. This includes HW, servers, VMs, storage arrays, networking equipment, switches, etc.
• Technology Evaluation: Stay ahead of the curve with emerging cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle OCI) and front-end frameworks.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and enhance system performance, identifying and resolving front-end bottlenecks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver tailored front-end solutions that align with business and mission objectives.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure all solutions meet DoD security standards and compliance requirements.
• Documentation: Maintain clear, standardized technical documentation for designs and processes.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to long-term IT roadmaps, evaluating how emerging tech can support future initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
• IAT Level II
• 5+ years of data center architecture or engineering experience
• Strong understanding of infrastructure components (servers, storage, networking, virtualization).
• Solid understanding of API integration (REST, GraphQL) and data structures (JSON, XML).
• Experience with data visualization tools and data center applications
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Analytical thinker and problem-solver
• Able to work independently and in a fast-paced team
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and delivering on deadlines

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