Company Profile:
At CGI, we’re a team of builders. We call our employees members because all who join CGI are building their own company - one that has grown to 72,000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976, CGI is a leading IT and business process services firm committed to helping clients succeed. We have the global resources, expertise, stability and dedicated professionals needed to achieve. At CGI, we’re a team of builders. We call our employees members because all who join CGI are building their own company - one that has grown to 72,000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976, CGI is a leading IT and business process services firm committed to helping clients succeed. We have the global resources, expertise, stability and dedicated professionals needed to achieve results for our clients - and for our members. Come grow with us. Learn more at www.cgi.com.
This is a great opportunity to join a winning team. CGI offers a competitive compensation package with opportunities for growth and professional development. Benefits for full-time, permanent members start on the first day of employment and include a paid time-off program and profit participation and stock purchase plans. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No unsolicited agency referrals please.
Job Title: Transition Solution Architect (DCE)
Position: Director Consulting Expert
Experience: 13 yrs
Category: IT Infrastructure
Main location: Bangalore/Chennai
Position ID: J0125-0774
Employment Type: Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or higher with minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
Job Description:
• Greater than 13 years’ experience. More than 5 years’ experience for solutioning infrastructure transition.
• Need to have experience solutioning for customer with transition value more than 400 K USD. This is exclusively for transition without BAU factored in.
• Excellent presentation skill.
• In depth understanding for at least one technology. Need to understand other technology like cloud, artificial intelligence ,storage , backup etc.
• Good understanding of process.
• Good understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity plan.
• Good analytical and problem resolution skills, verbal and written communication skills, organizational and time management skills, customer service and interpersonal skills, and customer focus.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Infrastructure Solution Design:
Develop end-to-end infrastructure solutions tailored to meet business needs, focusing on scalability, security, and reliability.
• Transition Planning:
Architect and oversee the transition of IT services, systems, or applications from one environment to another, ensuring minimal downtime and risk.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with clients, internal teams, and third-party vendors to understand requirements and deliver solutions that align with business objectives.
• Technology Assessment:
Evaluate existing IT infrastructure and recommend modernization, consolidation, or migration strategies based on industry best practices.
• Cost Optimization:
Create cost-effective solutions by optimizing infrastructure investments, selecting the right technologies, and controlling implementation costs.
• Cloud and Hybrid Infrastructure:
Design hybrid and cloud-based infrastructure solutions, ensuring seamless integration and interoperability with on-premises systems.
• Risk Management:
Identify potential risks in proposed solutions and implement strategies to mitigate them during and after transitions.
• Technical Leadership:
Provide technical leadership to project teams, ensuring alignment with the architecture blueprint and technical standards.
• Documentation and Presentation:
Prepare detailed solution designs, technical diagrams, and high-level presentations for stakeholders and clients.
• Compliance and Standards:
Ensure all proposed solutions adhere to relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Migration Execution Oversight:
Supervise execution of migrations, providing technical guidance and ensuring alignment with the solution blueprint.
• Performance Tuning:
Monitor and optimize the performance of infrastructure components during and after transitions.
• Innovation and Trends:
Stay abreast of emerging infrastructure technologies and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Integration:
Coordinate with application, data, artificial intelligence and security architects to ensure a holistic approach to infrastructure solutions.
• Knowledge Sharing and Training:
Train and mentor internal teams, ensuring a smooth handover of solutions and building in-house capabilities.
Behavioral Competencies :
• Proven experience of delivering process efficiencies and improvements
• Clear and fluent English (both verbal and written)
• Ability to build and maintain efficient working relationships with remote teams
• Demonstrate ability to take ownership of and accountability for relevant products and services
• Ability to plan, prioritise and complete your own work, whilst remaining a team player
• Willingness to engage with and work in other technologies
Note: This job description is a general outline of the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with the Virtualization Specialist role. Actual duties and qualifications may vary based on the specific needs of the organization.
CGI is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, CGI is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.
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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.