Kforce
Overview
Kforce has a client in Houston, TX that is seeking a highly skilled IT Infrastructure Architect to lead the design, implementation, and support of enterprise infrastructure solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise across operating systems, cloud platforms, storage systems, and ERP/database environments. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong troubleshooting capabilities and project leadership experience. Base pay range
$86.00/hr - $92.00/hr Responsibilities
IT Infrastructure Architect will develop and implement long-term infrastructure strategies aligned with business goals and emerging technologies Architect and manage cloud services including Azure Functions, API Management, Azure Storage, Key Vaults, Virtual Networks, App Gateways, Network Security Groups, Azure Data Lake, and AWS infrastructure Design, configure, and maintain infrastructure components such as Windows/Linux servers, remote desktop farms, virtualized environments, and SaaS platforms like Dynamics 365 Finance Provide tuning recommendations for application systems and database platforms to ensure optimal performance and availability Manage high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies in compliance with business continuity requirements As an IT Infrastructure Architect, you will serve as a technical escalation point for complex issues involving applications, networks, and system interfaces Lead infrastructure-related projects, including planning, execution, and documentation Ensure compliance with IT architecture standards, policies, and procedures Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve IT processes Evaluate and implement new hardware, software, and emerging technologies Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience 6+ years of experience in IT infrastructure design, development, and support within a mission-critical enterprise environment 3+ years of project leadership experience in infrastructure or application-related initiatives Job details
Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Contract Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Oil and Gas, Utilities, and Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking Apply Today you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Kforce has a client in Houston, TX that is seeking a highly skilled IT Infrastructure Architect to lead the design, implementation, and support of enterprise infrastructure solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise across operating systems, cloud platforms, storage systems, and ERP/database environments. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong troubleshooting capabilities and project leadership experience. Base pay range
$86.00/hr - $92.00/hr Responsibilities
IT Infrastructure Architect will develop and implement long-term infrastructure strategies aligned with business goals and emerging technologies Architect and manage cloud services including Azure Functions, API Management, Azure Storage, Key Vaults, Virtual Networks, App Gateways, Network Security Groups, Azure Data Lake, and AWS infrastructure Design, configure, and maintain infrastructure components such as Windows/Linux servers, remote desktop farms, virtualized environments, and SaaS platforms like Dynamics 365 Finance Provide tuning recommendations for application systems and database platforms to ensure optimal performance and availability Manage high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies in compliance with business continuity requirements As an IT Infrastructure Architect, you will serve as a technical escalation point for complex issues involving applications, networks, and system interfaces Lead infrastructure-related projects, including planning, execution, and documentation Ensure compliance with IT architecture standards, policies, and procedures Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve IT processes Evaluate and implement new hardware, software, and emerging technologies Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience 6+ years of experience in IT infrastructure design, development, and support within a mission-critical enterprise environment 3+ years of project leadership experience in infrastructure or application-related initiatives Job details
Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Contract Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Oil and Gas, Utilities, and Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking Apply Today you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP. #J-18808-Ljbffr