Architect, Cloud Sys Eng IT Infrastructure Full Time (Remote)

Job description

Summary:

The Architect, Cloud Computing/System Engineering is responsible for the design, implementation and support of cloud-based infrastructure, including public, private and hybrid cloud deployment models along with IaaS, PaaS and SaaS service models to support critical healthcare operations across The Guthrie Clinic (TGC).

This role ensures high availability and performance for clinical systems, patient care services, and administrative functions across the network.

The Architect collaborates with IT teams, vendors, and hospital stakeholders to align cloud solutions with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

This position will be a technology advocate throughout the organization for the effective application of technology to meet business needs and to support business changes and growth.

Technology functions include cloud computing, database, storage, data protection, virtualization, hyperconverged infrastructure, server automation, monitoring and application delivery.

Experience:

+ Preferred seven to ten (7 to 10) years of experience in implementing and managing hybrid cloud solutions in an enterprise environment; healthcare experience preferred.

+ Highly experienced information systems professional with a strong technical background and proven track record of accomplishments in a large, complex multi-level organization.

+ Expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and services (e.g., EC2, S3, Azure Virtual Machines).

+ Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).



+ Experience with cloud security tools (e.g., IAM, Key Management Service, Security Groups).

+ Familiarity with virtual networking concepts, cloud load balancers and content delivery networks.

+ Well versed in scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash, etc.)

+ Understanding of cloud governance and compliance requirements.

+ Experience with storage and data protection replication methodologies.



+ Experience with ITSM functionalities such as change control, CMDB and ticketing systems.

+ Strong knowledge of healthcare information systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner), cybersecurity and clinical operations.

+ Prior experience delivering high availability systems in a 24/7 environment across geographically dispersed business units.

+ Demonstrated ability to facilitate evaluation of technologies and achieve consensus on technical standards and solutions among a diverse group of information technology professionals.

+ Demonstrated commitment to customer service who has provided responsive and effective support, developed solid working relationships with customers, and delivered high quality, value-added services that met/exceeded customer expectations.




+ Equally adept at developing technology strategies and the operation of existing technical infrastructures.

Significant experience and knowledge of computing architecture and implementation of networked computing structures.


+ Polished professional with demonstrated information technology experience and strong communication skills that can rapidly gain and maintain credibility with customers and IT colleagues.

Education:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Healthcare Administration or related field strongly desired or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

+ Preferred certifications include Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, CCSP

Essential Functions:

+ Provides architectural expertise for the overall cloud infrastructure.

+ Designs and implements long-term strategic goals and short-term tactical plans for managing and maintaining the cloud infrastructure.

+ Stay current on cloud and systems engineering trends (e.g., serverless computing, containerization, AI-driven automation) and evaluate their potential to enhance hospital operations.

+ Design and organize cloud systems, including servers, storage and network infrastructure.

+ Serves as subject matter expert across cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).

+ Leads TGC though cloud adoption and established best practices for cloud usage.



+ Design and deploy infrastructure as a code using tools like Terraform, Azure Resource Manager templates and PowerShell.

+ Ensure systems, applications and data are high availability, backed up and/or replicated to meet disaster and business recovery requirements.

+ Implement and enforce security requirements to protect Azure-based systems and data.

+ Defines and maintains Azure Governance policies including Subscription Management, Resource Consistency, Identity Baseline, etc.



+ Establishes and manages standards and architecture policies and procedures.



+ Mentors team members designing and building technical solutions.



+ Perform a lead role in the development of a broad TGC cloud computing strategy.

+ Anticipates and provides solutions for complex problems and issues, recommends upgrades and enhancements.

Rapidly absorbs complex technical and conceptual information to identify issues and implications.

Able to present understandable alternatives to both technical and non-technical individuals at all levels of the organization.

+ Monitors industry trends, maintains knowledge of developments in cloud computing, database, storage, data protection, virtualization, hyperconverged infrastructure, server automation, monitoring and application delivery.

+ Promotes the use of TGC’s PMO methodology and standards to manage IT initiatives.

+ Demonstrates commitment to customer service by providing responsive and effective support, developing solid working relationships with customers and IT colleagues, and delivering high quality, value-added services that exceed customer expectations.



+ Demonstrates a commitment to excellence in Customer Service with all internal and external customers of TGC.

+ Performs related duties as assigned and unrelated duties as requested.

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care.

In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania.

Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities.

Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs.

Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

Required Skill Profession

Other General