Sr. Infrastructure and Cloud Architect | Remote, USA

The Sr. Infrastructure and Cloud Architect designs highly available and geo-diverse Cloud and Infrastructure solutions to support company initiatives. This Sr. Infrastructure and Cloud Architect is also responsible for being the lead-role in deploying solution sets, collaborating and developing plans to improve and refresh existing solutions, as well as leading in establishing Cloud/Infrastructure processes and risk management steps.

How you'll make an impact:

Develop architectures and drive implementation of solutions in support of business initiatives including optimization and consolidation of resources in the Cloud and Server infrastructures.

Evaluate new technologies and existing infrastructure with a focus on improving stability and customer experience

Present technical solution deployment plans to a board of peers within the organization as part of a design review process

Provide technical assistance to internal/external customers during environment outages

Assist in complex monitoring, troubleshooting and the evolutions of like environments

Perform weekly and monthly maintenance activities when required

Tier 4 troubleshooting of Cloud/Server trouble tickets and requests

Lead security solutions and escalations for the cloud and infrastructure teams

Mentor junior team members

Perform other duties as assigned

What we're looking for:

B.A. or B.S. in a technical field or a relevant combination of education and experience.

10+ years of expertise in designing, implementing, administering, and troubleshooting cloud/server environments and solutions.

Prior experience in a lead role on systems/network design and implementation.

Understanding of routing protocols and related technologies including BGP, MPLS, NAT, IPSEC,

Understanding of data-link protocols and related technologies including CLOS, VCF, VLAN

Experience with advanced SNMP and monitoring platforms.

Advanced experience with several of the following platforms/solution sets:

AWS, Azure, GCP

IAM (Okta, Ping, or SecureAuth)

WAF

Certificate Authorities

Windows and Linux based server builds

Security

Working Knowledge/Practical Skills:

MS office Applications, Visio, Excel, Word

Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, OSX

Other Skills:

Knowledge of data communication concepts and technologies.

Strong network problem isolation and resolutions skills.

Ability to lead and direct vendors to assist them in their efforts.

Work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.

Adaptable and willing to learn new technologies.

Strong time management and organization.

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Salary Range Description

$124,600.00 - $166,000.00 Annual

The Hiring Range provided for this role is informed by (but not limited to) various factors including responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, geography, as well as other market influences when extending an offer. The disclosed range has not been adjusted for these factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a variable incentive-based bonus plan. Optiv offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, of which salary is a component.

What you can expect from Optiv

A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups (http://www.optiv.com/company/about-us#dei-group) .

Work/life balance

Professional training resources

Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects

Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.

The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)

EEO Statement

Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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