Infrastructure Solutions ArchitectThe Infrastructure Solutions Architect will perform a combination of both Infrastructure and Application Architect responsibilities related to MDOS Elections, Financial, and Legal departments. The Infrastructure Solutions Architect will also lead the efforts of those performing Business Analyst duties and executing tasks as defined in the client’s Project Management Methodology (PMM) as well as the Systems Engineering Methodology (SEM).Specific tasks may include but are not limited to:Analyze and recommend architecture solutionsLead developers in development of system in accordance with defined architecture.Ensure compliance with standards (defacto and dejure)Analyze and recommend architecture solutions for Web and mobile applicationsIn a lead role analyze business practices and processes to determine infrastructure best practice strategies to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency.Assist with strategic planning, including applications integration and legacy application strategyAnalyze hardware and software to assist in the standards determination and setting of processesPerform cost analysis and modeling to assist in the assessment of the return on investment for projects and computer operations.Analyze application development processes and tools to support architecture/infrastructure at SOM.Recommend changes in hardware, storage, network systems, operating systems, COTS software, security and software design to meet future growth and improve system performance. All recommendations are to be approved by SOM.Assist with the development of Business Process Models through the architecture/infrastructure lens.Assist with architecting the integration of various vendor technologies including COTSSupport technical teams with architecture/infrastructure implementationsAssist with the coordination of architectural change in both technical and business environmentsAssist with architecting diverse solutions into a cohesive and manageable environmentRecommend solutions for technical architectures of web content management applicationsAssist in the development of solution architectures from business requirements, information architecture, and technical architectureAnalyze market trends so as to relate business needs with technical opportunities.Participate in technology infrastructure test plan development and executionCreate and modify appropriate documentation deliverables that exist within the Systems Engineering Methodology and are required for the client standards.Lead and review BA efforts and gathering for completeness for infrastructure efforts.We’re looking for an individual that serves as the communication bridge between non-technical business users and technical solution developers.
The Solutions Architect should demonstrate a depth of knowledge in business analysis and design processes including knowledge of methodology, tools, and techniques. This individual is an active participant in aspects of department assessment, visioning, and reengineering.