[Hiring] Infrastructure Architecture Manager @edbc1146-911e-417e-b53e-c0e2f7d2a0e9

Role Description

The Infrastructure Architecture Manager is responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and support of the organization's enterprise infrastructure environment. This role serves as the technical lead for network architecture, virtualization, cloud services, storage, server infrastructure, and disaster recovery initiatives. The position works closely with the IT Manager to develop infrastructure strategies, establish technical standards, and ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of enterprise systems.

Essential Functions:

• Network Architecture & Engineering
  • Design, implement, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, VPN, wireless, and internet connectivity solutions.
  • Architect network segmentation utilizing VLANs, routing policies, ACLs, and security zones.
  • Design and maintain enterprise routing and switching environments utilizing protocols such as OSPF and BGP.
  • Develop high-availability network solutions including redundancy, failover, and load balancing.
  • Perform network capacity planning, performance analysis, and optimization.
• Virtualization & Server Infrastructure
  • Architect and administer VMware vSphere, ESXi, Hyper-V, and related virtualization platforms.
  • Design highly available compute environments supporting business-critical applications.
  • Manage server lifecycle planning, capacity management, and infrastructure optimization.
  • Support operating system upgrades, migrations, and modernization projects.
• Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure
  • Design and support hybrid infrastructure environments utilizing Microsoft Azure and AWS.
  • Develop cloud architecture standards and deployment methodologies.
  • Evaluate cloud migration opportunities and infrastructure-as-a-service solutions.
• Technical Operations & Project Delivery
  • Serve as the highest-level escalation point for complex infrastructure issues.
  • Lead infrastructure-related projects from design through implementation.
  • Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and service providers on infrastructure initiatives.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to infrastructure and support personnel.
  • Support acquisition integrations, site deployments, and technology standardization efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering, architecture, or systems administration.
• Advanced expertise with:
  • Enterprise Routing & Switching
  • VLAN Design & Network Segmentation
  • WAN, VPN, and SD-WAN Technologies
  • VMware vSphere, ESXi, and Virtualization Platforms
  • Storage Infrastructure (SAN/NAS)
  • Windows Server Administration
  • Active Directory & Identity Services
  • Azure and/or AWS
• Strong experience designing multi-site enterprise infrastructure environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and project execution skills.

Requirements

• The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear.
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit.
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required include color vision and depth perception.
• Working Conditions:
  • Will be in a general remote office environment.
  • This job may require travel less than 10%.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and flextime.
• Wellness program.
• Referral bonus.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Company Description

Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, refined over nearly 50 years of trusted analytical and measurement experience.