IT/DC Infra Solution Architect

Experience: 10 -15 Years in IT Infra including real-time experience in IT Infra design and building data center projects

Qualification: Degree

Department: SDS/EIF3

Key Responsibility

• Work independently, providing On-site/Offshore support for Infra/ Data center design, optimization, or buildout.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive infrastructure architecture plans, including network, servers, storage, data centers, cloud services, and virtualization.

• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration between various infrastructure components, applications, and systems.

• Having Experience in designing and implement OT network architectures that support the reliable and secure operation of industrial control systems.

• Configure and maintain network devices and protocols specific to OT environments, including switches, routers, firewalls, and protocols like Modbus, DNP3, and OPC.

• Implement and monitor security measures to protect OT networks from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

• Design, evaluate the architecture, and develop a governance model on the basis of Organization IT strategies.

• Evaluate Technology trends and Market trends and bring in Industry best practices

• Responsible for the development of all RFI and RFP documents required for bid leveling on Data Center, IT/OT Implementation, Migration, Transformation and Management

• Manage client expectations throughout the project regarding scope, budget, billing, schedules, and time frames.

Skill set

• 12-15 years of Infra experience in a comparable position experience in the IT Industry and must have good experience in Network/Storage/Virtualization/HCI/Private and public Cloud topics & good knowhow of the latest trends in IT Infra
• In-depth knowledge of network, server, storage, virtualization, and cloud technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of OT network protocols, topologies, and technologies, including SCADA and ICS.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices specific to OT networks.
• Knowledge of industrial network hardware and software solutions (e.g., PLCs, HMIs, RTUs).
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and IEC 62443.
• Hands-on experience in preparation of Proof of concept of IT Infra and Cloud topics
• Proficiency in architectural frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, ITIL).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure Certified Solutions Architect, Cisco Certified Network Professional, VMWare, Nutanix) are a plus.
• Strong in client-facing and Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various stakeholders. (Written & spoken)
• Able to work under stringent timelines and pressure.

• Able to articulate well and convert the customer requirements into the best available solution in the industry.

• Have good experience in handling technical delivery and mentoring technical team