Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Design and Architecture: Lead the design and architectural planning of IT infrastructure solutions, including networks, servers, storage systems, and cloud environments. Ensure alignment with business goals, scalability, and security while incorporating SRE principles for reliability.

Network Management: Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security. Implement and manage firewalls, switches, routers, and VPNs, with a focus on SRE for network reliability.

Server and Virtualization: Oversee server infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers. Implement and manage virtualization technologies to optimize resource utilization, scalability, and reliability as per SRE guidelines.

Storage Management: Manage and optimize storage solutions, including SAN (Storage Area Network) and NAS (Network Attached Storage) systems. Ensure data availability, backup, and disaster recovery readiness with SRE principles in mind.

Cloud Infrastructure: Architect and manage cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for scalability, cost efficiency, and security. Implement best practices for cloud-based services and resources, following SRE guidelines.

Security and Compliance: Implement and maintain security measures to protect IT infrastructure from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, internal policies, and integrate SRE practices for enhanced security.

Infrastructure Automation: Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to streamline infrastructure provisioning, management, and monitoring, enhancing operational efficiency, and incorporating SRE automation principles.

Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Continuously monitor infrastructure performance, diagnose and resolve issues, optimize resource utilization, and conduct Chaos Engineering exercises to enhance reliability and resilience.

Vendor Management: Engage with technology vendors and suppliers to evaluate, select, and manage infrastructure solutions and services. Negotiate contracts, maintain vendor relationships, and integrate SRE practices into vendor management.

Documentation and Training: Maintain comprehensive documentation of infrastructure configurations and procedures, including SRE documentation. Develop and deliver training programs for IT staff to ensure efficient infrastructure management and Chaos Engineering practices.

Incident Response and Resolution: Provide technical support and expertise in the resolution of complex infrastructure-related incidents, applying SRE principles to minimize downtime and enhance reliability.

Capacity Planning: Conduct capacity planning assessments and make recommendations for scaling infrastructure to meet future business demands, with Chaos Engineering principles in mind for resilience testing.

Qualifications:

·       Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or computer science field; certifications in IT infrastructure (e.g., Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, VMware) and SRE/Chaos Engineering are advantageous.

·       At least 5 yr.’s experience in designing, implementing, and managing IT infrastructure solutions, including networks, servers, storage, and cloud technologies, with a focus on SRE and Chaos Engineering.

·       Strong technical knowledge of network protocols, server operating systems, virtualization, storage technologies, and Chaos Engineering practices.

·       Proficiency in security best practices, compliance requirements for IT infrastructure, SRE principles, and Chaos Engineering methodologies.

·       Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure issues while incorporating Chaos Engineering for resilience testing.

·       Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.

·       Detail-oriented with a commitment to documentation, SRE, and Chaos Engineering best practices.

·       Ability to adapt to evolving technology trends, maintain a proactive approach to infrastructure optimization, and apply SRE and Chaos Engineering principles for reliability and resilience.

·       Project management skills for planning and executing infrastructure and Chaos Engineering projects.