IT Infrastructure Architect

Within the department Services, Platforms and Clouds/Data Center Services (SPC/DCS) the Solution Design & Implementation (SDI) team, includes the role of IT Infrastructure Architect. A key role in the "end-to-end" & "cross technology" architecture and design of the IT infrastructure for the Business and technical projects within the client. The IT Infrastructure Architect works closely with internal clients, project managers and sponsors, for the translation of the requirements into the design of the IT solution, processes and tools. The role requires participation in all project phases, from initial intake through maturation, execution and project launch.

The IT infrastructure architect role is situated in a dynamic team that provides the design of IT cross technology solutions to the business and ensures the implementation for our internal customers.

Key competencies:

*Analysis of the technical and financial impact of projects on the IT infrastructure and processes.
*Translation of the business and operation requirements into the IT infrastructure technical specification, roadmap and end-to-endbudgetUNIX, Linux, Windows, Oracle, SQLserver, Apache, SAP, WebSphere. jBoss, Weblogic, VMware, Hyper-V.
*Understanding of project management life cycle and methodologies.

Required Profile

*Several years of relevant experience in IT architecture.
*Dutch and/or French speaking, but English is essential.
*Understanding of cost analysis; impact on business cases and cost of a solution's implementation and year on year operation
*Strong understanding of the client strategy, information technology and innovation.
*Other skills: Customer focused, results driven, analytical, leadership, listening and negotiation.