Infrastructure Architect

What is an Infrastructure Architect?

Infrastructure Architects, sometimes referred to as Solutions Architects, are responsible for designing, implementing, and integrating information systems to fit within existing systems infrastructure.Infrastructure Architects work alongside different business leaders and units in order to design solutions that achieve business goals while also working within existing and/or legacy systems.

Infrastructure Architect job description

As Infrastructure Architects are required to deliver IT solutions, they need to be able to analyse business needs and design solutions within a specific timeframe and to budget. They must also: Analyse existing systems to ensure security and efficacy Maintain and upgrade software, hardware, and networks as needed Recommend improvements or alternative technologies to better meet business needs Design, review and integrate new systems As the Infrastructure Architect often works with clients that are not technically savvy, they are often required to translate technical concepts into simple language, as well as translating business goals into technological solutions.

What skills and qualifications should an Infrastructure Architect have?

A highly technical role, Infrastructure Architects need to have a high level of IT knowledge. A tertiary education is not required, but demonstrable and broad knowledge of project management, web technologies and SaaS, enterprise architecture, networking, and database management.Infrastructure Architects should also have skills in:
    Communication Leadership Creativity Problem-solving Analytical and critical thinking Time management Interpersonal/collaboration/teamwork.
Highly competent Infrastructure Architects stay on top of the latest trends and developments within the field, and can demonstrate this via professional development, certifications, membership within professional organisations, and active networking.

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Salary for Infrastructure Architect
152000 - 184000
25th Percentile
152000
The applicant has limited or no experience in the position and is still developing their skills. Demand: Low
50th Percentile
169000
The applicant has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills. Demand: Moderate
75th Percentile
184000
The applicant has above-average experience, has (nearly) all necessary skills, and may also have specialised qualifications. Demand: High
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th Percentile 50th Percentile 75th Percentile Enterprise Architect 172000 198500 220000 Solutions Architect 154500 174500 197000 Data Architect 147000 169000 196500

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