**Contract Role** ***Hybrid position*** ****No C2C or sub-contracting**** Top Skills' Details - 7-10+ years of professional experience, responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the architecture of an organization's on-premises IT infrastructure - This role is not a pure architect role, but more of a Design Engineer (a senior engineer who has held some architecture responsibilities) - Knowledge of Linux, Windows, Networking, Load Balancing, VMware, etc. Description Seeking a senior Architect for our client's Infrastructure Solutions Architecture / Engineering organization. The Sr. Architect will possess technical expertise and engineering skill which allows them to be considered a leading subject matter expert for both Investor and Advisor themed technology as well as the lead for enabling AWS and/or MS Azure AD technical infrastructure. This individual must be able to work in a fast paced, start up like environment, identify requirements and facilitate implementation, while following appropriate change control and release processes. Primary Responsibilities: • Perform high-level systems analysis, evaluation, design, integration, and facilitate implementation of current and future products that require a thorough knowledge of the technologies and capabilities of the platform. • Define and Develop Reference Architecture for our client (Infrastructure, Database, Middleware, etc.) • Develop / Document High Level Solutions with High Level Estimates • Develop / Document Low Level Design with detailed quotes • Design solutions per defined client' Reference Architecture • Collaborate with customers/project teams to understand business requirements and develop technical requirements • Participate in application roadmap planning with stakeholders, application teams and engineering groups • Contributes to policies, procedures, and standards • Develop and maintain design documentation standards / templates. Secondary Responsibilities • Collaborate with Project Managers around project tasks and resources • Assists with coordinating changes across multiple systems • Performs capacity workload modeling and availability analysis for a variety of platforms and environments. • Recommends changes/enhancements for improved systems availability, reliability, and performance. • Participates in the creation and maintenance of metrics around the system and institutes a process for continuous improvement. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree or technical institute degree/certificate or equivalent work experience. • 5-10 years of relevant experience • Certifications are a plus (Microsoft, RedHat, Cisco, CompTIA, etc..)   • Knowledge / Experience in the following skill sets: o Expert / SME - Microsoft Server administration and troubleshooting and/or RedHat Linux administration and troubleshooting o Expert / SME - VMWare administration o Expert / SME - Microsoft Active Directory Setup, Configuration, and Management including Group Policy Management • Knowledge / Experience with the following would be a plus: o Network protocols and diagnosing connection-related issues o Firewall Rule Management, Port Translation, Quality of Service, and Network Protocol Routing o Network Security Best Practices and Implementation across diverse technologies and hardware infrastructure. o Security Information & Event Monitoring Solutions o Intrusion Detection/Prevention Solutions o Network Penetration Testing o SQL Server Database Maintenance, Backup, Restore and Upgrade Procedures o Oracle Database Maintenance, Backup, Restore and Upgrade Procedures o Internet Email Routing and message delivery troubleshooting on diverse mail systems including Raw SMTP Protocol & MS Exchange Log interpretation o Microsoft Exchange Internet and Internal Email Implementation, Troubleshooting, Configuration, Transition/Migration, & Administration o SSL Certificate Requests, Installation and PKI Management o Automation – Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Octopus, Vault, Consul, Nomad, ect. o Scripting, Configuration – PowerShell, Python, JSON, YAML, ect • Able to work on efforts independently and progress in a proactive fashion • Technical Project Management experience a plus Skills Infrastructure, windows, linux, Vmware, load balancing, Data center Top Skills Details Infrastructure,windows,linux,Vmware,load balancing,Data center Additional Skills & Qualifications - Strong communication skills - Able to work independently Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Fort Mill, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.