Infrastructure Architect

We are looking for a seasoned and hands-on Lead Infrastructure Engineer / Architect with deep expertise in network design, infrastructure architecture, firewall and security solutions , and virtualization technologies such as VMware . This is a key leadership role responsible for driving end-to-end design and delivery of complex IT infrastructure projects across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical background, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for delivering robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise-grade IT infrastructure solutions.
• Design and review network topologies , security zones , firewall rules , and infrastructure security policies in alignment with business and compliance needs.
• Architect and implement solutions across virtualization platforms (VMware) , cloud environments (IaaS) , and on-premises systems .
• Develop scalable infrastructure roadmaps, ensuring high availability, performance, and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Oversee and guide implementation teams, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices.
• Work collaboratively with other architects, project managers, security teams, and stakeholders to align infrastructure plans with overall IT strategy.
• Conduct regular technical reviews , risk assessments , and performance evaluations of infrastructure solutions.
• Contribute to the development of automation, monitoring, and proactive support frameworks for infrastructure systems.
• Stay updated with emerging infrastructure and security technologies and evaluate their potential integration into existing systems.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure with leadership in architecture and solution design .
• Proven experience in network design , infrastructure planning , firewall and security design .
• Hands-on expertise with VMware vSphere/ESXi , vCenter, and virtualization best practices.
• Strong knowledge of UNIX/Linux and Windows Server platforms.
• Experience in architecting solutions across data center , SAN/NAS storage , backup/DR , and IT security domains.
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) and hybrid architectures.
• In-depth understanding of routing/switching , firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA, etc.) , and security hardening practices .
• Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, etc.) and monitoring solutions (Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds, etc.) .
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure on critical issues.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications:

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) / Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
• AWS/Azure Architect Certification
• ITIL Foundation / TOGAF (preferred but not mandatory)