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Systems Architect, Microsoft

Steris Corporation
paid time off, short term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Ohio, Mentor
Jan 13, 2025

Systems Architect, Microsoft
Req ID:

47371
Job Category:

Information Technology
Location:


Mentor, OH, US, 44060


Workplace Type:

Hybrid

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.


Position Summary

The Cloud Architect is an EXPERT in all areas of Cloud infrastructure technologies (including Microsoft

Azure) and is either an EXPERT or HIGHLY SKILLED in many other Microsoft based technologies and

related Intel based technologies.

This person is responsible for technical solution architecture. Leads highly complex technical projects and

participates as the technology expert on major business projects. Authority to make technology and

strategy decisions in the various areas of responsibility. This position requires a high degree of knowledge

and demonstrated proficiency in all areas of IT, including but not limited to infrastructure, cloud, networking,

and security, storage, and data technologies.

This position will have a heavy emphasis on developing modern and new solutions in a multi-cloud

environment, including Microsoft Azure. This includes technical design, implementation, documentation,

cost control, migration, and support. The Cloud Architect will need to be able to work directly with Business

Process Owners to understand functional requirements and scope out a solution that may include new

cloud-based services. This person will be expected to be a leader in a diverse global team of architects,

engineers, developers, DBA's who are all at different stages of their career and skill levels; they should

also show strong ownership capacity and be able execute projects from start to finish, including knowledge

transfer and documentation.

Interaction with different business groups is vital within this role and requires an understanding of multiple

business segments and IT's impact on their functions (e.g., Healthcare, Life Science and Contract

Sterilization, finance, regulatory and audit). Professionalism and cooperation when working with customers,

team members and management is essential for success in this role.

*This position is located onsite in Mentor, Ohio with an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule.

What you will do as a Microsoft Systems Architect:

Architecture, Design, Develop and Configure Systems - 75%

* Develops, designs, configures, and implements highly complex I.T. technology solutions.

* Champions a "Cloud first" methodology, such as Platform as a Service, Infrastructure as a Service, Software as a Service.

* Microsoft Azure will be a crucial component for this role.

* Creates functional specifications and design proposals. Including diagrams and architectural documents.

* Participate in the design of Cloud-based infrastructure solutions working alongside Cloud Architects and service domains (e.g., Web, Database, Storage, Networking, IAM) to ensure that initial and anticipated future business requirements are represented.

* Leads the I.T. infrastructure activities for major business projects.

* Integrates technology solutions across disparate I.T. platforms and business segments.

* Researches, evaluates, and recommends software, hardware, and cloud technologies.

* Performs testing and evaluation, including development lab activities for new technology solutions.

* Interfaces with software vendors and internal accounting department to facilitate the purchase of hardware and software.

* Stays well-informed of the technology trends and developments in the I.T. industry.

* Participates in the development of I.T. strategy and direction.

* Makes presentations and proposals to senior I.T. management on projects, designs and initiatives.

Project Leadership and Management - 20%

* Develops and maintains IT strategy and ensure they align consistently with the STERIS plan.

* Will serve as the project lead on highly complex technical projects based on the business plan.

* Research and analyze project requirements, create and submit proposals, and implement approved project plans.

* Develops and submits budget proposals and funding requests.

Technical Support, System Administration and Maintenance - 5%

* Provides technical support to I.T. systems.

* Troubleshoot and resolve very complex problems with system configurations and hardware.

* Provide escalation support for all other architects and system administrators.

Skills/ Business Competencies Required:

Skills/ Business Competencies:

* Strong professional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical staff.

* Ability to work with no supervision and within changing priorities.

* Proficiency in Business Acumen, Ability to plan, coordinate, instruct, monitor, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Technical proficiency is required (Expert level).

a. Cloud Technologies:

* Software as a Service (SaaS)

* Platform as a Service (PaaS)

* Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).

* Cloud compute, storage, networking and backups

* Machine Learning and AI Concepts

* Co-location of data centers.

* Cloud extended networks.

* Cloud Security

* Application and desktop virtualization concepts.

* Access gateway, load balancing, reverse proxy, and web application firewall.

Technical proficiency - EXPERT.

a. Microsoft

* Windows server.

* Active Directory.

* DNS, DHCP and WINS.

* File services.

* CLI / PowerShell

* Microsoft Enterprise and Select Agreements.

* Microsoft / Office 365 Administration

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed:

* A bachelor's degree is required in the relevant field.

* At least five years' experience is required in:

a. Leading major infrastructure projects.

b. Participating in the development of technology strategy.

c. Creating, developing, and implementing technology solutions.

d. Vendor management including license agreements, hardware procurement, software procurement.

* At least two years of experience is required in Cloud Administration using Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions.

* At least ten years of full time experience or equivalent on the job training required.

a. System and application administration with Microsoft technologies.

What STERIS Offers:

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future.

Here is a brief overview of what we offer:

* Market Competitive Pay

* Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays

* Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits

* Long/Short Term Disability Coverage

* 401(k) with a company match

* Maternity and Paternity Leave

* Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance

* Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs

* Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

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STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by * 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.



Req ID:

47371
Job Category:

Information Technology
Location:


Mentor, OH, US, 44060


Workplace Type:

Hybrid

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