Global Technical Talent
Overview
Primary Job Title:
Infrastructure Architect
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Cloud Infrastructure Architect, Data Center Architect, Hybrid Cloud Solutions Architect, Enterprise Systems Architect, Infrastructure Strategy Lead
Location:
Chicago, IL – 70 West Madison
Onsite Flexibility:
Hybrid (2 days onsite per week, 3 days remote)
Contract Details
Position Type:
Contract (6 months, with potential extension or FTE conversion)
Contract Duration:
6 months
Start:
ASAP
End:
6 months from start date
Pay Rate:
Not Specified
Shift/Hours:
40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (potential overtime)
Job Summary The
Infrastructure Architect
will play a pivotal role in designing, managing, and delivering enterprise infrastructure services across
data centers, cloud platforms, and automation environments . This role involves mentoring engineering teams, setting roadmaps, and ensuring infrastructure solutions meet evolving business and compliance requirements. Key projects include
data center decommissioning, new colocation builds, a VDI platform refresh, Azure initiatives, and BAU operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor Intermediate and Senior Infrastructure Engineers.
Develop and manage the infrastructure roadmap aligned with strategic business goals.
Design, implement, and manage infrastructure services across
colocation (Equinix) data centers, cloud, virtualization, and storage.
Oversee disaster recovery planning, service continuity, and capacity management.
Drive adoption of cloud technologies (Azure, AVS, Azure DevOps) and hybrid cloud integration.
Automate processes with
Ansible, Terraform, and related tools .
Ensure compliance with
security standards, privacy regulations, and DR policies .
Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve efficiency and scalability.
Maintain roadmaps, design docs, runbooks, and operational guides.
Partner with cross-functional teams (App Operations, IT Asset Mgmt, End User Tech) to align solutions with requirements.
Required Experience
10+ years in
infrastructure architecture, design, and management
(data centers, cloud, automation).
5+ years mentoring technical teams.
Strong experience with
Azure (native & AVS), Azure DevOps, hybrid cloud solutions .
5+ years with
VMware stack : vSphere, vCenter, VCF, VxRail, NSX-T, HCX, vSAN, Horizon, VDI.
Active Directory administration, group policy, and security management.
Windows/Linux server lifecycle management (patching, hardening, compliance).
EMC/DELL storage, backup/recovery with Commvault or Rubrik.
Disaster recovery strategy and continuity planning.
Colocation data center (Equinix) architecture, capacity planning, and operations.
Nice-to-Have Experience
Certifications: VMware, Microsoft, EMC
Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
(required by 10/31/2025)
AI Fundamentals (AI-900)
certification — asset
SQL design/implementation and support
Exchange Server and SMTP relay services
Automation via Ansible and Terraform
Required Skills
Infrastructure Architecture & Roadmap Development
VMware Virtualization & VDI
Azure & Hybrid Cloud Expertise
Data Center Management (Equinix/Colocation)
Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
Preferred Skills
Infrastructure Automation (Terraform, Ansible)
EMC/DELL Storage & Backup Systems
SQL & Exchange Server Support
Active Directory & Security Policies
Mentoring Technical Teams
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading North American financial institution offering a wide range of reliable financial products and services. Committed to customer satisfaction and community impact, they provide personalized banking solutions to meet your unique needs. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to creating a more secure and sustainable future.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number:
25-25744
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Infrastructure Architect
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Cloud Infrastructure Architect, Data Center Architect, Hybrid Cloud Solutions Architect, Enterprise Systems Architect, Infrastructure Strategy Lead
Location:
Chicago, IL – 70 West Madison
Onsite Flexibility:
Hybrid (2 days onsite per week, 3 days remote)
Contract Details
Position Type:
Contract (6 months, with potential extension or FTE conversion)
Contract Duration:
6 months
Start:
ASAP
End:
6 months from start date
Pay Rate:
Not Specified
Shift/Hours:
40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (potential overtime)
Job Summary The
Infrastructure Architect
will play a pivotal role in designing, managing, and delivering enterprise infrastructure services across
data centers, cloud platforms, and automation environments . This role involves mentoring engineering teams, setting roadmaps, and ensuring infrastructure solutions meet evolving business and compliance requirements. Key projects include
data center decommissioning, new colocation builds, a VDI platform refresh, Azure initiatives, and BAU operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor Intermediate and Senior Infrastructure Engineers.
Develop and manage the infrastructure roadmap aligned with strategic business goals.
Design, implement, and manage infrastructure services across
colocation (Equinix) data centers, cloud, virtualization, and storage.
Oversee disaster recovery planning, service continuity, and capacity management.
Drive adoption of cloud technologies (Azure, AVS, Azure DevOps) and hybrid cloud integration.
Automate processes with
Ansible, Terraform, and related tools .
Ensure compliance with
security standards, privacy regulations, and DR policies .
Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve efficiency and scalability.
Maintain roadmaps, design docs, runbooks, and operational guides.
Partner with cross-functional teams (App Operations, IT Asset Mgmt, End User Tech) to align solutions with requirements.
Required Experience
10+ years in
infrastructure architecture, design, and management
(data centers, cloud, automation).
5+ years mentoring technical teams.
Strong experience with
Azure (native & AVS), Azure DevOps, hybrid cloud solutions .
5+ years with
VMware stack : vSphere, vCenter, VCF, VxRail, NSX-T, HCX, vSAN, Horizon, VDI.
Active Directory administration, group policy, and security management.
Windows/Linux server lifecycle management (patching, hardening, compliance).
EMC/DELL storage, backup/recovery with Commvault or Rubrik.
Disaster recovery strategy and continuity planning.
Colocation data center (Equinix) architecture, capacity planning, and operations.
Nice-to-Have Experience
Certifications: VMware, Microsoft, EMC
Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
(required by 10/31/2025)
AI Fundamentals (AI-900)
certification — asset
SQL design/implementation and support
Exchange Server and SMTP relay services
Automation via Ansible and Terraform
Required Skills
Infrastructure Architecture & Roadmap Development
VMware Virtualization & VDI
Azure & Hybrid Cloud Expertise
Data Center Management (Equinix/Colocation)
Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
Preferred Skills
Infrastructure Automation (Terraform, Ansible)
EMC/DELL Storage & Backup Systems
SQL & Exchange Server Support
Active Directory & Security Policies
Mentoring Technical Teams
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading North American financial institution offering a wide range of reliable financial products and services. Committed to customer satisfaction and community impact, they provide personalized banking solutions to meet your unique needs. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to creating a more secure and sustainable future.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number:
25-25744
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