Infrastructure Architect/Lead - Contract Role

This Global Consultancy is a major player in the Dublin IT market and is looking for a Infrastructure Architect in their Dublin office. The Infrastructure Architect will be part of an exciting and growing team with a possibility for long term contract extensions.

Manage, support and coordinate the process of gathering, refining and agreeing the Non-functional requirements for the programme with inputs from client.
* Facilitate the Hosting vendor selection process
* Provide Technical Architecture input to RFP and Vendor selection process for new hosting provider and new applications
* Provide technical & Process SME in vendor evaluation
* Create Architecture Design for the programme
* Develop a Support Model
* Develop a Hosting Solution Design (including MS Outlook, Citrix, Network design, Active Directory, Hardware selection)
* Assist in Migration Planning of existing infrastructure to new hosting provider
* Undertake an Initial On-site Data centre assessment
* Vendor Management (existing providers, new hosting partner)
* Client Management (Shareholder (x2) & Business)
* Ensure Alignment with Tech Architecture for new solution components
* Supporting non-technical client Project manager
* Assisting on Test planning and test execution
* Manage the implementation of the new hosting arrangement

Skills Required:

Strong technical expertise in Infrastructure and Data Centre design. Email system design. Citrix design. Active Directory Design. Network design. Strong interpersonal skills. Good Project Management skills.

Experience:

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