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IT Solutions Architect III​/Senior | Infrastructure

Job in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85003, USA
Listing for: Arizona Public Service Company
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: IT Solutions Architect III / Senior | Infrastructure

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Summary

IT Solutions Architect III / Senior | Infrastructure

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Solutions Architect III/Senior to join our Solutions Architecture team. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions and enterprise support services across all major service domains:
Core Infrastructure, IT Infrastructure Strategy, and Enterprise Support Services.

Key Responsibilities Core Infrastructure – I&O Engineering & Operations
  • Architect and deliver solutions for Compute & Storage, including Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Storage, Server Operations, Backup, Patch/Policy Management, and Performance Management.
  • Lead Cloud initiatives, covering Cloud Solutions, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Security, and Cloud Operations.
  • Oversee Data Center architecture and operations, including colocation and facility management.
  • Ensure robust disaster recovery, business continuity, and infrastructure security measures are in place.
  • Contribute to I&O strategy, intake, and action facilitation.
  • Support vendor management, contract negotiations, and IT asset management (hardware/software).
  • Drive automation initiatives and participate in the Automation Center of Excellence (COE).
  • Lead demand and portfolio delivery, ITIL service management, and policy/compliance/risk management.
  • Oversee end user support, including IT support, customer care, workstation engineering, and remote access management.
  • Manage observability and network operations center (NOC) functions, ensuring proactive monitoring and rapid incident response.
  • Lead infrastructure security (network security, IAM) and field services for workstations and remote users.
Strategic Alignment & Collaboration

Align infrastructure and support services with the strategic direction of the Infrastructure & Operations organization. Partner with IT leadership, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure and support services meet evolving business needs and regulatory requirements. Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and solution patterns to ensure consistency and compliance across the enterprise.

Security & Compliance
  • Design and implement infrastructure security measures to protect organizational assets and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments, patch management, and enforce data protection policies.
Solutions Architect III | Network | Information Technology
  • Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field
  • PLUS seven (7) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
  • Requires in-depth level of technical knowledge within a job area and working knowledge of other technical areas
Solutions Architect, Senior | Network | Information Technology
  • Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field
  • PLUS ten (10) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
  • Requires mastery level technical knowledge, typically obtained through advanced education and experience across multiple business areas or systems to improve technology planning and development
  • Deep technical knowledge in infrastructure, enterprise support services, and working knowledge of related domains.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., OCI Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert, VMware VCP, CompTIA Server+) are highly desirable.
Special Skills, Knowledge, or Qualifications
  • Proven experience as a Solutions Architect with a focus on infrastructure, enterprise support services, cloud, virtualization, and disaster recovery.
  • Strong understanding of infrastructure protocols, technologies, and security best practices.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to balance technical and business considerations.
Major Accountabilities
  • Leads and coordinates the…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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