Company Description
Simplified IT is a global IT Staffing and Managed Services company. We have been rated top 10 staffing companies in the country for 3 years in a row. We serve technology, financial, auto, logistics & distribution companies across the United States, providing either IT staffing or technology solutions - or both. With decades of experience and a nationwide network of highly qualified, certified IT professionals, our goal is to build a lasting relationship with each client based on trust and consistent, reliable services.
Job Description
As a Principal Data Center Architect focused on cost reduction, you will play a pivotal role in designing, optimizing, and managing our data center infrastructure to maximize efficiency while minimizing operational expenses. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing innovative solutions to achieve cost-effective data center operations without compromising performance, reliability, or security.
Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning:
- Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for optimizing data center architecture with a primary focus on cost reduction.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to align data center strategies with overall business objectives.
2. Cost Analysis and Optimization:
- Conduct thorough cost assessments of existing data center operations and identify areas for improvement.
- Implement cost reduction strategies without sacrificing performance, reliability, or security.
- Evaluate and recommend technologies, vendors, and methodologies that offer cost-effective solutions.
3. Capacity Planning:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to forecast and plan for future capacity needs, ensuring scalability while minimizing unnecessary costs.
- Optimize resource utilization to eliminate underutilized capacity and associated expenses.
4. Infrastructure Design:
- Design and implement data center architectures that prioritize efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Explore and incorporate innovative technologies and methodologies that align with cost reduction goals.
5. Energy Efficiency and Sustainability:
- Identify opportunities to enhance energy efficiency within the data center infrastructure, reducing operational costs and environmental impact.
- Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging technologies related to sustainability in data centers.
6. Risk Management:
- Implement robust security measures to protect data center assets while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Develop contingency plans and disaster recovery strategies to mitigate potential risks without incurring unnecessary expenses.
7. Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of data center architecture, configurations, and cost-related activities.
- Generate regular reports for management, highlighting cost reduction achievements and identifying areas for further improvement.
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Data Center Architect with a track record of successful cost-reduction initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of data center technologies, virtualization, cloud computing, and industry best practices.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a plus.
  With Warm Regards,
  Monesh Tiwari
  Mobile 949-336-1475
  https://simplifytek.com/career.php
  https://www.linkedin.com/in/monesh-tiwari-627aa718b/

Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.