Senior Infrastructure Architect- Saudi National- Riyadh, KSA

<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul>
<li>Serve as the technical subject matter expert and point of contact for the project</li>
<li>Collaborate with the project manager to develop and execute the technical implementation plan</li>
<li>Lead and coordinate the activities of the vendor technical teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery</li>
<li>Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the project team, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development</li>
<li>Identify and mitigate technical risks, proactively addressing any issues that may arise</li>
<li>Ensure the deployment and configuration of the cloud technologies meet the project's functional and performance requirements</li>
<li>Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system architecture, configurations, and procedures</li>
<li>Support the testing and validation of the implemented solutions, working closely with the project stakeholders</li>
<li>Facilitate knowledge transfer to the client's IT team, enabling them to effectively manage and maintain the deployed systems.</li>
</ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul>
<li>Strong technical expertise and hands-on experience in cloud technologies, particularly with Red Hat OpenStack, Palo Alto Networks, F5, and IBM Watson Cloud Pak</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of the local IT landscape and cultural nuances in Iraq to effectively lead technical initiatives and drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to quickly identify and resolve complex technical issues</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams and mentoring junior team members</li>
<li>Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies</li>
</ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications</h3><ul>
<li>Relevant technical certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator, IBM Certified Solution Architect)</li>
<li>Experience in the deployment and integration of complex, multi-vendor IT solutions</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Iraqi IT and business landscape</li>
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