IT Infrastructure Architect

We are currently looking for IT Infrastructure Architect for our UAE operations with the following skillsets & terms and conditions: Qualifications Education Qualification: • Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, • 12+ years of experience across infrastructure, cloud, and cyber security domains. • 5+ years in enterprise or solution architecture roles within large, complex organizations. Work Experience: • Minimum experience of 7 years with proven experience [JA1] (5+ years) as a Solution Architect in large-scale security and enterprise infrastructure implementation projects. • Hands-on knowledge of enterprise application frameworks (.NET Core, Java Spring, Node.js) • Experience with cloud-native services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for compute, storage, and databases • Experience with event streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis) and NoSQL databases • Proficiency in data platform tools: Snowflake, Azure Synapse, BigQuery, Redshift, etc. • Experience in designing APIs, microservices, and modern integration patterns • Solid understanding of CI/CD, DevSecOps, and infrastructure-as-code • Background in Agile/SAFE methodologies and digital transformation programs • Experience in data security, privacy frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) • Present architecture to architecture review boards (ARBs), exec stakeholders, and delivery teams • Mentor developers, solution designers, and junior architects on modern application/data stack • Develop and maintain architectural documentation, roadmaps, and reference models Skills: • Excellent presentation skills and ability to clearly articulate complex architectural solutions, technical concepts, and design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Ability to work cross-functionally and possess conflict management skills • Possess good, logical reasoning & structured design thinking • Possess creative problem-solving skills to design modern solutions • Ability to persuade & influence key stakeholders to adopt architecture best practices • Good negotiation [JA2] skills to balance technical requirements, resource constraints, and stakeholder priorities Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture • Define target state infrastructure architecture across data centers, networks, compute, storage, and end user platforms. • Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives including data center Optimisation, virtualization, and platform rationalization. • Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity architectures are designed and governed. • Establish infrastructure standards, patterns, and reference architectures. • Design and govern cloud architecture across Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). • Define and implement cloud landing zones, including account/subscription structure, network segmentation, IAM models, logging, and shared services. • Architect hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity using VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, FastConnect, and SD-WAN technologies. • Guide cloud migration strategies (re-host, re-platform, re-architect) ensuring security, resilience, and cost Optimisation. • Drive FinOps practices, cloud cost governance, and performance Optimisation. • Establish cloud resiliency patterns including multi-AZ, multi-region, backup, and DR strategies. • Cyber Security Architecture (Next-Generation Platforms) • Define end-to-end cyber security architecture across on-premises and cloud environments. • Architect Zero Trust security models covering identity, device, network, and application layers. • Design and govern next-generation security platforms including: • Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) • Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) / SSE • Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) • Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP) • Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) • Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR / XDR) • Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and encryption platforms • Define security controls for cloud services including encryption at rest and in transit, key management, secrets management, and secure APIs. • Partner with SOC teams on SIEM/SOAR integration, threat detection, and incident response architecture. • Act as the architectural authority for infrastructure, cloud, and cyber security decisions. • Provide architectural oversight and guidance for critical IT projects, ensuring adherence to frameworks and best practices defined Terms and conditions Joining time frame: (15 - 30 days) Qualifications Education Qualification: • Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, • 12+ years of experience across infrastructure, cloud, and cyber security domains. • 5+ years in enterprise or solution architecture roles within large, complex organizations. Work Experience: • Minimum experience of 7 years with proven experience [JA1] (5+ years) as a Solution Architect in large-scale security and enterprise infrastructure implementation projects. • Hands-on knowledge of enterprise application frameworks (.NET Core, Java Spring, Node.js) • Experience with cloud-native services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for compute, storage, and databases • Experience with event streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis) and NoSQL databases • Proficiency in data platform tools: Snowflake, Azure Synapse, BigQuery, Redshift, etc. • Experience in designing APIs, microservices, and modern integration patterns • Solid understanding of CI/CD, DevSecOps, and infrastructure-as-code • Background in Agile/SAFE methodologies and digital transformation programs • Experience in data security, privacy frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) • Present architecture to architecture review boards (ARBs), exec stakeholders, and delivery teams • Mentor developers, solution designers, and junior architects on modern application/data stack • Develop and maintain architectural documentation, roadmaps, and reference models Skills: • Excellent presentation skills and ability to clearly articulate complex architectural solutions, technical concepts, and design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Ability to work cross-functionally and possess conflict management skills • Possess good, logical reasoning & structured design thinking • Possess creative problem-solving skills to design modern solutions • Ability to persuade & influence key stakeholders to adopt architecture best practices • Good negotiation [JA2] skills to balance technical requirements, resource constraints, and stakeholder priorities