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Contract Opportunity: Senior Systems Architect - Infrastructure Modernization (Hybrid | Tallahassee, FL)
Contract Duration: Expected commencement July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026
Location: Tallahassee, Florida (Hybrid)
<>Overview</>
A Florida state government agency is seeking the services of a highly qualified Senior Systems Architect. The Architect will support, maintain, and modernize the agency's hybrid infrastructure environment encompassing both on-premises and cloud platforms.
This full-time contract role is aimed at strengthening the department's server and storage infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on cloud migration and the adoption of modern, scalable technologies.
<>Scope of Services</>
The selected Systems Architect will collaborate with internal IT teams to support infrastructure operations, assess and enhance Microsoft Azure workloads, and transition legacy systems to cloud-native architectures. Responsibilities include architecture reviews, virtualization support, infrastructure modernization planning, and the creation of technical documentation and training materials.
Key focus areas include:
Azure architecture assessment, optimization, and administration
Modernization of traditional server-hosted applications to serverless and containerized solutions
Support for virtualization platforms including VMware and Hyper-V
Deployment and maintenance of both Windows and Linux server environments
Design and administration of Storage Area Networks (SANs)
<>Minimum Qualifications</>
At least ten (10) years of professional experience in IT infrastructure, including architecture, engineering, support, and optimization
Demonstrated expertise with both on-premises and cloud environments, particularly Microsoft Azure
Proficiency in virtualization technologies and SAN management
Strong verbal and written communication skills for interfacing with internal stakeholders and vendors
<>Preferred Experience and Credentials</>
Proven experience designing and managing VMware ESXi clusters
Successful completion of enterprise data center-to-cloud migration projects
Familiarity with Azure App Services, Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure Monitor
Microsoft Azure Administrator or Architect certification
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
<>Contractor Responsibilities</>
The Systems Architect will be expected to:
Conduct detailed evaluations of Azure workloads and provide optimization recommendations
Lead implementation of serverless and cloud-native transformations
Support daily infrastructure operations and attend regular status meetings
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), system design documentation, and training materials
Deliver weekly project status reports and time tracking documentation
Participate in knowledge transfer and staff upskilling efforts
<>Work Conditions</>
The position is based in Tallahassee, Florida. The agency will provide on-site facilities and equipment. Telework options may be granted at the discretion of the Contract Manager. Travel within Florida, if required for agency-related purposes, will be reimbursed in accordance with state policy.
<>Contract Renewal</>
Subject to satisfactory performance, the contract may be renewed annually for up to two additional years. The hourly rate established under the initial contract shall remain fixed for the duration of any renewal term(s).