Rayburn Electric Cooperative · 1 day ago
Hybrid Solutions Architect
Rockwall, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expRayburn Electric Cooperative is committed to delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. The Hybrid Solutions Architect oversees the architecture, development, and implementation of the hybrid solutions infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency and technological innovation while advising leadership on strategic directions.
Electrical DistributionEnergyNon ProfitRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Oversees the development and implementation of Rayburn’s hybrid solutions architecture, ensuring compliance with requirements and seamless integration with existing systems and cloud services to support reliable and sustainable operations
Manages project schedules, objectives, and resources to deliver solutions on time, aligning with Rayburn’s operational and strategic goals
Drives strategic deployment and governance of hybrid environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance with regulatory standards
Resolves complex technical issues in the hybrid environment, leveraging expertise in DNS, Entra ID, Microsoft Azure, Azure DevOps, Microsoft 365, Active Directory Domain Services, Public Key Infrastructure, configuration management, virtualization, and storage to enhance system stability and efficiency
Oversees proactive monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of the hybrid solutions architecture to ensure high availability and reliability
Develops and implements disaster recovery and business continuity plans for the hybrid environment, actively mitigating risks to ensure operational reliability
Drives the development and implementation of cybersecurity best practices and policies for system updates, patch management, and security across hybrid environments, ensuring data protection and regulatory compliance
Performs day-to-day tasks within the IT systems infrastructure environment to ensure reliability and availability
Mentors Hybrid and System Administrators on hybrid solutions technologies and best practices, embodying Rayburn’s core values
Collaborates with IT and business teams to integrate and configure cloud-based and on-premises solutions, enhancing functionality and user experience in alignment with organizational goals
Develops and maintains policies and procedures for system updates, patch management, and security measures across hybrid environments, ensuring the protection of Rayburn data and compliance with regulatory standards
Coordinates and executes projects with third-party vendors to support Rayburn’s IT infrastructure, ensuring cost-effective and efficient outcomes with minimal oversight
Participates in regulatory audits, spot-checks, and self-certifications including mock audits, may serve as a SME for NERC CIP standards
Advises Rayburn’s Members and Board on advanced hybrid solutions architecture issues, providing expert guidance and practical solutions
Subject to on call after normal business hours as business needs dictate
Adheres to Rayburn’s policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements, upholding core values in all responsibilities
Shares complete and accurate information with Rayburn management, staff, contractors, and third parties as required
Collaborates with Rayburn’s IT teams to ensure seamless integration and efficient operation of IT systems, supporting reliable and sustainable energy delivery
Delegates tasks to appropriate employees, as approved by supervisor, providing clear guidance and resources to ensure successful outcomes
Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor or executive management to support Rayburn’s mission and goals
Serves as a liaison between IT and business departments, fostering alignment with Rayburn’s strategic and operational objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or higher in computer related degree
5+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 3 years focused on hybrid cloud environments, including DNS, Microsoft Azure, Exchange Online, Active Directory, and Entra ID
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent cloud computing certification
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
Proficient with various software programs
Able to work effectively in a team environment; willing to assist others
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and influencing skills
Evidence of an aptitude for critical thinking
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a computer workstation
Ability to perform repetitive motions in order to use a computer keyboard, test equipment and operate hand tools
Specific vision abilities required include: close vision, distance vision, ability to distinguish between colors, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; open file cabinets and bend or stand as necessary
Company
Rayburn Electric Cooperative
Rayburn is a trusted, Member focused Generation and Transmission Cooperative dedicated to providing our Members with dependable and cost-effective wholesale electric energy solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$29MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-11-16Grant· $29M
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