Key skills
PythonGoShellPowerShellAIAzureLoad BalancingLeadershipCollaboration
About this role
Description
We are looking for a Sr Solutions Architect to join our team in Houston, Texas for a Contract position. This role will lead the design and delivery of resilient infrastructure and network solutions across server, cloud, storage, and security environments. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with enterprise platforms and can translate technical requirements into scalable, well-governed architecture decisions.
Responsibilities:
Design and guide implementation of enterprise network and infrastructure architectures spanning routing, switching, wireless, segmentation, and secure connectivity.
Provide technical leadership for Windows Server, Linux, and mixed-platform environments, supporting reliable deployment and administration practices.
Develop solution designs for on-premises and cloud-hosted systems, including Microsoft Azure and other infrastructure-as-a-service platforms where appropriate.
Evaluate and integrate core technologies such as virtualization, storage, load balancing, and server hardware to support performance, scalability, and availability goals.
Establish operational standards for infrastructure management, including rack organization, power utilization, cooling considerations, and physical security controls.
Create and maintain automation scripts for administration, auditing, and operational efficiency using tools such as PowerShell, Python, or Linux shell scripting.
Support architecture decisions related to endpoint management, patching, vulnerability remediation, and capacity planning across enterprise environments.
Partner with stakeholders to carry solutions from design through deployment, ensuring systems are properly sized, documented, and aligned with business needs.
Contribute expertise in collaboration and productivity platforms, including administration of Microsoft 365 and related messaging environments when needed.Houston, Texa
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.
We are looking for a Sr Solutions Architect to join our team in Houston, Texas for a Contract position. This role will lead the design and delivery of resilient infrastructure and network solutions across server, cloud, storage, and security environments. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with enterprise platforms and can translate technical requirements into scalable, well-governed architecture decisions.
Responsibilities:
Design and guide implementation of enterprise network and infrastructure architectures spanning routing, switching, wireless, segmentation, and secure connectivity.
Provide technical leadership for Windows Server, Linux, and mixed-platform environments, supporting reliable deployment and administration practices.
Develop solution designs for on-premises and cloud-hosted systems, including Microsoft Azure and other infrastructure-as-a-service platforms where appropriate.
Evaluate and integrate core technologies such as virtualization, storage, load balancing, and server hardware to support performance, scalability, and availability goals.
Establish operational standards for infrastructure management, including rack organization, power utilization, cooling considerations, and physical security controls.
Create and maintain automation scripts for administration, auditing, and operational efficiency using tools such as PowerShell, Python, or Linux shell scripting.
Support architecture decisions related to endpoint management, patching, vulnerability remediation, and capacity planning across enterprise environments.
Partner with stakeholders to carry solutions from design through deployment, ensuring systems are properly sized, documented, and aligned with business needs.
Contribute expertise in collaboration and productivity platforms, including administration of Microsoft 365 and related messaging environments when needed.Houston, Texa
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.