Description :
- Key Skills : Hybrid Cloud Architecture, AWS / Azure / GCP, Virtualization, Containers, Cloud Networking, Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform / Ansible), Governance
Experience : 1215 Years
Industry Type : IT Infrastructure / Cloud Services / Enterprise Solutions
Job Summary :
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Enterprise Hybrid Cloud Solution Architect with 1215 years of experience in IT infrastructure and complex hybrid cloud ecosystems. This is a critical Customer Facing role requiring deep technical proficiency in one or more areas Operating Systems, Storage Solutions, Cloud Networking, or Solutioning combined with a strategic understanding of integrating on-premises systems with major public clouds (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform). The Architect will be responsible for end-to-end architecture, governance, and deployment of secure, scalable, and cost-effective hybrid / Mixed / AI workloads.
Job Description :
Hybrid Architecture Design and Modernization :
Design and implement robust hybrid cloud architectures that seamlessly integrate existing on-premises systems with public / Off-Prem cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and industry solutions.Lead the modernization of legacy infrastructure by designing solutions utilizing advanced virtualization techniques (VMware / Hyper-V), containers (Kubernetes), and extensive automation and AI tools.Provide expert technical leadership in the planning, design, and execution of large-scale cloud migration strategies.Conduct comprehensive Cost modelling and create meticulous High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation for all hybrid solutions.Develop Industry Vertical Solution Blueprints and corresponding detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) for repeatable enterprise deployments.Security, Governance, and Automation :
Ensure strict compliance, security, governance, and data sovereignty across complex hybrid environments, referencing frameworks like ISO 27001, GDPR, and ITIL.Champion and implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), automation, and DevOps practices for infrastructure provisioning and configuration management.Demonstrate strong proficiency in scripting and automation tools, specifically Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, and Bash.Integrate infrastructure automation with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps to maintain automated CI / CD pipelines for infrastructure changes.Domain Expertise (Minimum One Area) :
Operating Systems & Virtualization : Expertise in Windows Server, Linux (RHEL / Ubuntu), virtualization technologies (VMware / Hyper-V), and container orchestration (Kubernetes).Storage Solutions : Proficiency in logical SAN / NAS configurations, Enterprise NAS environments, Parallel File System implementation, designing robust backup / Archival / disaster recovery solutions, Object Stores, and Computational Storage strategies.Network & Security : Deep knowledge of Firewall, Web Application Firewall, SD-WAN, and advanced cloud networking services, including logical switch and router configuration.Collaboration and Documentation :
Work closely with engineering, operations, and leadership teams to drive end-to-end architecture and deployment.Collaborate effectively with business stakeholders to align architecture with business goals and technical constraints.Create and maintain essential architecture documentation, technical standards, reusable templates, and operational runbooks.Required Skills & Expertise :
Experience : Mandatory 1215 years in IT infrastructure / hybrid cloud roles.Domain : Strong hands-on experience and deep technical proficiency in at least one domain : Operating Systems, Storage Solutions, Network & Security, or Solutioning.Cloud Platforms : Strategic understanding of major public cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).Automation : Proficiency in scripting and automation (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Bash).Containers : Experience with virtualization (VMware / Hyper-V) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).Governance : Understanding of compliance and security frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR, ITIL).Preferred Certifications :
Cloud / Hybrid Cloud : Microsoft Certified : Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800 / 801), AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.Domain-Specific : VMware VCAP Data Center Virtualization, NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA), AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, Cisco CCNP / CCIE Enterprise.Supporting : TOGAF 9 / 10, HashiCorp Certified : Terraform Associate, ITIL v4 Foundation.(ref : hirist.tech)