Senior Manager, IT Systems Architecture

HireRight•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The position will be responsible for leading a global team, overseeing the management and operations of network infrastructure, servers, backup and storage solutions, as well as cloud services. This role requires a strategic vision to ensure the seamless integration and performance of these critical components, fostering collaboration and innovation within the team

Requirements

8+ years in IT, specializing in designing and managing enterprise infrastructure solutions, storage solutions, and public cloud architecture
2+ years in leading engineering teams, with direct reports and performance management
Proven experience designing and managing enterprise infrastructure solutions with Cisco UCS.
Hands-on expertise with Pure Storage arrays and storage management.
Advanced knowledge of Rubrik backup and recovery systems.
Demonstrated experience architecting solutions in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.).
Strong background in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.).
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco, AWS, Azure, Kubernetes) are highly desirable.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Nice To Haves

Experience with automation and orchestration tools.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong documentation and process improvement skills.

Responsibilities

Design, architect, and implement scalable, resilient, and secure IT infrastructure solutions using Cisco UCS, Pure Storage, and Rubrik Backup technologies.
Lead initiatives to migrate, integrate, and optimize infrastructure across multiple cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.).
Develop and maintain containerization strategies, leveraging platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes for application deployment and management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define infrastructure requirements and deliver solutions aligned with business objectives.
Ensure high availability and disaster recovery plans are in place and regularly tested, utilizing Rubrik backup systems.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
Play a critical role in building best practices-based infrastructure culture
Build, operate, and advocate infrastructure solutions and tooling accelerating company goals
Lead, coach, and manage a small team of Network/Systems/Storage engineers while continuing to contribute functionally
Write performance reviews and grow the talent of direct reports
Take full ownership of the IT Infrastructure discipline and be responsible for managing all storage/server/infrastructure related issues
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in data center architecture, cloud computing, and containerization.