Data Center Infrastructure Architect — Layer 1 Specialist

US Tech Solutions; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global staff augmentation firm is seeking a Data Center Infrastructure Architect to design and manage Layer 1 systems. The position requires 7 to 10 years of relevant experience and certifications such as BICS or Cisco. Key responsibilities include overseeing the design of critical IT infrastructure, ensuring service continuity, and maintaining vendor relationships. Candidates should ideally hold a Bachelor's Degree. The firm offers competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of experience with Layer 1 systems.
• Must have professional certifications like BICS or Cisco.
• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the roadmap and design of Layer 1 systems.
• Designs and specifies complex Layer 1 systems to ensure service continuity.
• On call 24x7 to handle emergencies or outages.
• Monitors preventive maintenance schedules for systems.
• Works with IT Project Management on new IT project designs.

Skills

Layer 1 systems design

Cabling infrastructure

Vendors relationship management

Emergency handling

Preventive maintenance

Documentation updating

Quality improvement measures

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

BICS

Cisco

Job description

A global staff augmentation firm is seeking a Data Center Infrastructure Architect to design and manage Layer 1 systems. The position requires 7 to 10 years of relevant experience and certifications such as BICS or Cisco. Key responsibilities include overseeing the design of critical IT infrastructure, ensuring service continuity, and maintaining vendor relationships. Candidates should ideally hold a Bachelor's Degree. The firm offers competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment.