Sr Systems Architect

Company Description American Technology Services (ATS) is a Managed Services and Managed Security Services Provider providing unparalleled Information Technology services to businesses, organizations, and government agencies.
For over 28 years, ATS has been helping organizations manage risk, align IT with the needs of the business, and gain efficiencies through new and innovative technology solutions.
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Job Description ATS' IT Consultants are professionals of all levels who are self-motivated, excel in client relations and are passionate about IT.
Our Architecture division consists of team members who work collaboratively to support our client networks and IT requirements.
In this role, you will have experience leading the design and development of complex cloud systems and applications.
This individual will be the technical expert for the Architecture team that will collaborate with our clients and other internal teams to create innovative and compelling solutions for our customers and executing with delivery excellence to create incremental value.
This role is also expected to oversee in the implementation and delivery of IT modernization solutions for our customers in the cloud.
You will be responsible for developing technology governance programs to ensure all delivery is done in a consistent manner leveraging the latest technology best practices.
The ideal candidate is an individual who loves to collaborate with other technologists and enjoys mentoring and coaching.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with Pre-Sales and Clients to understand their strategic, business, and technical needs.
Identify gaps in the client IT environment with the intent to address with ATS based offerings and Microsoft cloud.
Explain and educate complex solutions and integrations in a clear and articulate manner.
Articulate ATS's framework and engagement approach around our Cloud and architectural modernization offerings from a technical and business perspective.
Lead the technical and design review of proposals and SOWs.
Ability to work individually and in team environments both internally and with clients to formalize client systems and project implementation and migration plans.
Mentor and lead a team of Architects to review proposed solutions and assess deliverability feasibility and create detailed Reference Architectures.
Plan and design the structure of a technology solution for given proposal.
Evaluate and select appropriate software or hardware and suggest integration methods.
Create high-level and detailed diagrams, as well as BOMs.
Act as the escalation lead engineer for high criticality incidents that involve multiple ATS resources.
Apply security best practices against all designs and incorporate into the implementation project plan.
Create in-house capabilities to support delivery of new ATS offerings.
Be an owner of all internal corporate tools in use to provide managed services.
Familiarity with Cloud Billing Systems is preferred.
Strong experience managing a group of technical architects is required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Guidance of a small team of architectural engineers.
Qualifications EDUCATION AND/OR WORK REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
At least 10+ years prior experience working in a multi-tenant environment such as an MSP or VAR.
Experience in playing different types of lead architect or senior systems engineer roles.
High proficiency in designing and implementing Microsoft 365 and Azure based solutions.
High proficiency in designing and implementing networking products in traditional and Cloud environments, particularly Cisco products.
Experience writing complex PowerShell scripts and working with APIs in a production environment.
Previous experience writing project plans, technical procedures, and post-implementation documentation.
Successfully led large consulting engagements with substantial delivery and hands-on experience.
Proven experience in playing a technology practice lead role and managing a team of senior technology engineers.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sitting for extended periods of time Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for moving computer equipment Ability to travel between client sites and ATS office up to 100% daily.
On-call availability to the clients and ATS team.
ATS Offers You A positive and collaborative work environment.
Small entrepreneurial company culture.
“Big” company benefits.
Professional growth opportunities.
Training support and assistance programs to keep you and us up on new technologies.
Encouragement to recommend new ideas for our clients and internal processes.
Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.