Infrastructure Architect - SAP Implementation
Company: Blue Star Partners LLC
Location: Columbus
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Infrastructure
Architect – SAP Implementation Location: Preference given to
candidates in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania, or
Virginia Remote: Yes, with possibility of biweekly travel to
Columbus, OH and Merrillville, IN Period: 03/03/2025 – 09/31/2025
(potential contract-to-hire) Hours/Week: 40 hours Rate: $70 –
$80/hour Contract Type: W-2 only, no visa sponsorships or
subcontracting Scope of Services: The Infrastructure Architect will
be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing the
infrastructure needed to support the SAP implementation within the
Work and Asset Management program. This role will focus on ensuring
that the SAP system is properly integrated with existing IT
infrastructure, including networking, storage, and cloud
environments. The Infrastructure Architect will collaborate with IT
and project teams to ensure the infrastructure is scalable, secure,
and aligned with the organization’s technical and business needs.
This role will play a key part in supporting the smooth deployment
of the SAP system while ensuring infrastructure meets performance,
security, and reliability standards. Role, Responsibilities &
Deliverables: Infrastructure Design & Planning: Develop detailed
infrastructure architectures for the SAP implementation, ensuring
that all system components (networking, storage, security, cloud)
are integrated and meet performance and scalability requirements.
System Integration: Work with project teams to integrate SAP with
existing systems, ensuring seamless interaction with other
business-critical applications and infrastructure. Cloud and
On-Premise Configuration: Design and implement both on-premise and
cloud infrastructure solutions, ensuring proper configuration and
optimization for SAP operations. Performance Optimization: Ensure
that the infrastructure is optimized for performance, availability,
and scalability to support SAP workloads. Monitor infrastructure
performance and make recommendations for improvements. Security &
Compliance: Work closely with the security team to ensure that the
infrastructure is secure and compliant with relevant regulatory
requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.). Implement security best practices
and monitor infrastructure for vulnerabilities. Disaster Recovery &
Business Continuity: Design and implement disaster recovery plans
for the SAP infrastructure, ensuring business continuity in the
event of system failures or disruptions. Collaboration with IT
Teams: Collaborate with network, storage, and security teams to
ensure infrastructure is set up to meet SAP system requirements and
overall IT architecture. Vendor Management & Integration: Work with
vendors to ensure the necessary hardware, software, and support
services are in place and integrated properly into the
infrastructure. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed
documentation on the infrastructure design, configurations, and
processes. Report on infrastructure status and issues to project
leadership. Required Experience: Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years
of experience in infrastructure architecture or related roles, with
a focus on enterprise system implementations like SAP. SAP
Infrastructure Experience: Experience working with SAP
architecture, including integration with on-premise and cloud
environments. Cloud & On-Premise Infrastructure: Hands-on
experience with both cloud and on-premise infrastructure design,
deployment, and optimization. Security & Compliance: Experience
working with security teams to ensure infrastructure meets industry
standards for security and compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Utilities Industry Experience: Experience in the utilities industry
or similar sectors where infrastructure reliability and performance
are mission-critical is a plus. Waterfall Methodology: Familiarity
with Waterfall project management methodologies in complex,
enterprise-level implementations. Key Skills: Infrastructure
Architecture: Expertise in designing and implementing complex IT
infrastructures, with a focus on scalability, performance, and
security. Cloud & Virtualization: Knowledge of cloud platforms
(AWS, Azure, etc.) and virtualization technologies for optimal SAP
performance and scalability. Security Best Practices: Deep
understanding of infrastructure security, including firewalls,
access controls, data encryption, and regulatory compliance.
Disaster Recovery: Expertise in developing and implementing
disaster recovery strategies for enterprise systems like SAP.
Collaboration & Communication: Strong ability to collaborate with
cross-functional teams, communicate technical information clearly
to non-technical stakeholders, and manage vendor relationships.
Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Experience in monitoring
infrastructure performance, identifying bottlenecks, and
implementing optimizations to improve system efficiency. Project
Management: Experience in managing large-scale projects, ensuring
that infrastructure designs and deployments align with overall
project goals. Education & Certifications: Education: Bachelor’s
degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or
a related field. Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect,
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or similar
certifications preferred. SAP Certification: SAP-related
infrastructure or technology certification preferred. Additional
Certifications: ITIL, CISSP, or similar certifications are a
plus.
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