Infrastructure Architect

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to design, manage, and oversee enterprise-level IT infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in cloud infrastructure, network architecture, infrastructure security, and IT governance. The candidate will be responsible for developing scalable, secure, and reliable infrastructure architectures aligned with business requirements and organizational IT policies.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and implement cloud infrastructure architecture across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments.
- Define and manage network architecture, including LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls, routing, switching, and network security.
- Develop infrastructure strategies, roadmaps, and architecture standards.
- Establish IT governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
- Ensure infrastructure security, availability, scalability, and disaster recovery readiness.
- Evaluate cloud platforms, infrastructure technologies, and vendor solutions.
- Oversee infrastructure migration, modernization, and optimization initiatives.
- Conduct infrastructure risk assessments and ensure compliance with security standards.
- Collaborate with IT, security, operations, and business stakeholders.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to infrastructure and operations teams.

Required Technical Skills

Cloud Infrastructure
- AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Cloud architecture, migration, deployment, and management.
- Hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
- Cloud security, monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery.

Network Architecture

- LAN/WAN, VPN, SD-WAN.
- Routing and switching.
- Firewalls, network security, and load balancing.
- Network architecture design and troubleshooting.

IT Governance & Security
- IT governance frameworks and infrastructure policies.
- ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT, or similar frameworks.
- Risk management and compliance.
- Business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
- Infrastructure security and access management.

Experience & Qualifications

- 10+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Cloud Architecture, or Network Architecture.
- Proven experience in designing and managing enterprise infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of cloud platforms and enterprise networking.
- Experience implementing IT governance and security frameworks.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, CCNP/CCIE, CISSP, or equivalent are preferred.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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Contract Details

- Work Location: UAE
- Candidate Location: UAE-based preferred
- Joining: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred