Data Center Migration & Consolidation . New York, New York Why Align For over three decades , many of the world's leading firms have relied on Align as a tru sted IT solution provider and center of excellence in IT advisory, infrastructure design , build , delivery and managed services . We are actively seeking innovative minds to establish and strengthen our team to deliver high-quality state-of-the-art technology solutions for our enterprise and boutique clients. If you are seek ing to own challenging projects under tight schedules for some of today's most fascinating companies while leveraging an exceptional team and long track record of success , then we want to hear from you today . Position Overview The IT Infrastructure Transformation Advisor will help with pre-sales support, solution development and technical project management and delivery. This person will lead the consultative discovery of the client's business goals, objectives, and challenges and translates them into effective infrastructure solutions. Candidates must have the ability to develop solutions and author presentations (PPT) to articulate and influence client's executive teams on a proposed infrastructure strategy. The IT Infrastructure Transformation Advisor must have prior experience leading Current State to Target State IT Infrastructure assessments and initiatives. Candidates must have prior experience authoring supporting documentation. The IT Transformation Advisor will support the pre-sales process and account development. This will transpire through joint account planning, partner teaming (internal & external), on-site client interface/visits, engagement/solution development and implementation support/follow-up. The IT Transformation Advisor plays a leadership role by analyzing business requirements, presenting related solutions, and driving the business case and financial justifications. This role is based out of our New York City office. The position in its nature requires some travel, which at times could be up to 25%. We are open to a long term contract or a full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based bonuses Qualifications The candidate should have 8-15 years of professional experience in project management, sales engineering support, developing and delivering IT Infrastructure solutions Bachelor's degree required - Master's degree preferred Must have experience leading and authoring "current state to target state" IT infrastructure road maps and assessments, including analyzing business requirements, presenting related solutions, and driving the business case and financial justifications. Some Management Consulting, external client advisory, or independent consulting experience is strongly preferred 2+ years of experience in an IT infrastructure strategic advisory role is preferred Prior experience as an Infrastructure Architect or a Technical Project Manager would be beneficial Candidates must be able to understand the technology and author business justification documentation and executive level presentations Experience in IT infrastructure re-platforming; data center migration, optimization or consolidation; IT infrastructure transformation projects with exposure to hybrid solutions, cloud, and migration methodologies; and IT operations outsourcing Ability to work in fast-paced enterprise-level environments requiring exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. In depth experience managing complex projects lifecycles starting at the pre-sales engineering phases and ending in project closeout. This person will be working closely with other subject matter experts in a matrix environment to plan, schedule and execute projects for various-sized enterprise clients (infrastructure, storage, network, server and IT appliances, etc.) PMP or other project management certifications Cloud (AWS, Azure) or other infrastructure certifications Advanced MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio and Office tools documentation skills ITIL and ITSM knowledge and certifications desired Must be able to travel as needed Responsibilities Act as an IT Infrastructure Strategic Advisor and support the whole project life cycle from pre-sales to project closeout phases Drive IT Infrastructure 'current state' assessments and developing 'target state' infrastructure solutions which may include private, hybrid and public cloud solutions. Drive solutions development, work with subject matter experts, and put a cohesive vision in place that can be presented to clients executive teams Provide oversight on projects to ensure the technical vision is realized and project manage aspects of the project as needed Some projects will require more technical advisory work and others may be more project management oriented, but all projects will require IT Infrastructure Strategic Advisory and Solution Development Lead collaborative white boarding sessions and drive all aspects of solution development Drive technology infrastructure projects with a focus on workload migrations Lead or assist with creation of statements of work and support the sales process Develop a delivery plan for all the workstreams Advise clients on potential risk, and manage client expectations Nurture and mentor team members About Align Align is a dynamic and flexible place to work, offering professionals unparalleled opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and control their own destinies. We have a flawless track record of delivering technical solution s and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications. We give our professionals the autonomy to pursue opportunities and manage assignments in ways that maximize their creativity and talents, leading to self-fulfillment and financial rewards. For more details, visit . PM20 PI
03/08/2021
Full time
Data Center Migration & Consolidation . New York, New York Why Align For over three decades , many of the world's leading firms have relied on Align as a tru sted IT solution provider and center of excellence in IT advisory, infrastructure design , build , delivery and managed services . We are actively seeking innovative minds to establish and strengthen our team to deliver high-quality state-of-the-art technology solutions for our enterprise and boutique clients. If you are seek ing to own challenging projects under tight schedules for some of today's most fascinating companies while leveraging an exceptional team and long track record of success , then we want to hear from you today . Position Overview The IT Infrastructure Transformation Advisor will help with pre-sales support, solution development and technical project management and delivery. This person will lead the consultative discovery of the client's business goals, objectives, and challenges and translates them into effective infrastructure solutions. Candidates must have the ability to develop solutions and author presentations (PPT) to articulate and influence client's executive teams on a proposed infrastructure strategy. The IT Infrastructure Transformation Advisor must have prior experience leading Current State to Target State IT Infrastructure assessments and initiatives. Candidates must have prior experience authoring supporting documentation. The IT Transformation Advisor will support the pre-sales process and account development. This will transpire through joint account planning, partner teaming (internal & external), on-site client interface/visits, engagement/solution development and implementation support/follow-up. The IT Transformation Advisor plays a leadership role by analyzing business requirements, presenting related solutions, and driving the business case and financial justifications. This role is based out of our New York City office. The position in its nature requires some travel, which at times could be up to 25%. We are open to a long term contract or a full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based bonuses Qualifications The candidate should have 8-15 years of professional experience in project management, sales engineering support, developing and delivering IT Infrastructure solutions Bachelor's degree required - Master's degree preferred Must have experience leading and authoring "current state to target state" IT infrastructure road maps and assessments, including analyzing business requirements, presenting related solutions, and driving the business case and financial justifications. Some Management Consulting, external client advisory, or independent consulting experience is strongly preferred 2+ years of experience in an IT infrastructure strategic advisory role is preferred Prior experience as an Infrastructure Architect or a Technical Project Manager would be beneficial Candidates must be able to understand the technology and author business justification documentation and executive level presentations Experience in IT infrastructure re-platforming; data center migration, optimization or consolidation; IT infrastructure transformation projects with exposure to hybrid solutions, cloud, and migration methodologies; and IT operations outsourcing Ability to work in fast-paced enterprise-level environments requiring exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. In depth experience managing complex projects lifecycles starting at the pre-sales engineering phases and ending in project closeout. This person will be working closely with other subject matter experts in a matrix environment to plan, schedule and execute projects for various-sized enterprise clients (infrastructure, storage, network, server and IT appliances, etc.) PMP or other project management certifications Cloud (AWS, Azure) or other infrastructure certifications Advanced MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio and Office tools documentation skills ITIL and ITSM knowledge and certifications desired Must be able to travel as needed Responsibilities Act as an IT Infrastructure Strategic Advisor and support the whole project life cycle from pre-sales to project closeout phases Drive IT Infrastructure 'current state' assessments and developing 'target state' infrastructure solutions which may include private, hybrid and public cloud solutions. Drive solutions development, work with subject matter experts, and put a cohesive vision in place that can be presented to clients executive teams Provide oversight on projects to ensure the technical vision is realized and project manage aspects of the project as needed Some projects will require more technical advisory work and others may be more project management oriented, but all projects will require IT Infrastructure Strategic Advisory and Solution Development Lead collaborative white boarding sessions and drive all aspects of solution development Drive technology infrastructure projects with a focus on workload migrations Lead or assist with creation of statements of work and support the sales process Develop a delivery plan for all the workstreams Advise clients on potential risk, and manage client expectations Nurture and mentor team members About Align Align is a dynamic and flexible place to work, offering professionals unparalleled opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and control their own destinies. We have a flawless track record of delivering technical solution s and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications. We give our professionals the autonomy to pursue opportunities and manage assignments in ways that maximize their creativity and talents, leading to self-fulfillment and financial rewards. For more details, visit . PM20 PI
Data Center Design & Build . Ashburn, Virginia Why Align For over three decades , many of the world\u2019s leading firms have relied on Align as a tru sted IT solution provider and center of excellence in IT advisory, infrastructure design , build , delivery and managed services . We are actively seeking innovative minds to establish and strengthen our team to deliver high-quality state-of-the-art technology solutions for our enterprise and boutique clients. If you are seek ing to own challenging projects under tight schedules for some of today\u2019s most fascinating companies while leveraging an exceptional team and long track record of success , then we want to hear from you today . Position Overview Align seeks an experienced professional with a background in cabling and hardware installation and designing and building enterprise/colocation data centers. The design aspect of this position will focus on the interior physical aspects of the data center including structural support systems, power distribution, carrier infrastructures, structured cable plant and overall data center layout. The build aspect of this position will focus on managing the implementation of the project as designed to ensure the subcontractors are adhering to design criteria and building the data center to the client\u2019s expectations, on time and within budget. Our data center team specializes in a variety of projects including greenfield builds, audits/retrofits of existing data centers and white space builds within colocation facilities. Most projects will be in the Ashburn, VA area, but some occasional travel will be required.\u00A0 Candidate must have participated in a data center design and build project from inception to commissioning This position will report to our Ashburn, VA office but must be available to work on projects throughout the U.S. with approximately 25 percent travel required at times This is a full-time employment position offering comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based Responsibilities Work independently, providing on-site project management support for client data center design, optimization or buildout Data center rationalization Manage multiple projects and project teams simultaneously Act as the primary contact and counsel to senior management at client sites Oversee project in its entirety from proposal to implementation Develop budget and project plans during the analysis and design phase of the project Responsible for the development of all RFI and RFP documents required for bid leveling Manage client expectations throughout the project regarding scope, budget, billing, schedules and time frames Conduct meetings according to the scope of the project including construction, technology and management meetings Exhibit leadership characteristics including strong communication skills, full understanding of internal policies and group and individual management Install client equipment, such as servers, network devices, power supplies, blade enclosures, KVM switches and monitors Align professionals will be expected to carry out additional or alternative duties for the company that are reasonably consistent with his/her position, as the company may from time-to-time require Assess client\u2019s current IT and facility infrastructure Collection of IT asset and power configurations Identify vulnerabilities and optimization opportunities Develop facility recommendations with cost-benefit analysis Establish target state requirements and architecture Analyze gaps between current and target state operating capabilities Qualifications Knowledge of data center mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) design and management best practices including power and utilities, HVAC, space planning, security (physical), geographic site selection, architecture design, floor plans, cabinets and cabling Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and excellent presentation skills Strong Excel skills with a focus on providing accurate quotes for large-scale projects Ability to oversee critical project activities including: Space planning Power distribution Cooling efficiencies Cabling infrastructure Pathways and connectivity Scheduling Budgets Resource planning Preparing scope of work documents Completing handoff documentation Managing changes Status reporting About Align Align is a dynamic and flexible place to work, offering professionals unparalleled opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and control their own destinies. We have a flawless track record of delivering technical solution s and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications. We give our professionals the autonomy to pursue opportunities and manage assignments in ways that maximize their creativity and talents, leading to self-fulfillment and financial rewards. For more details, visit . PM20 PI
03/07/2021
Full time
Data Center Design & Build . Ashburn, Virginia Why Align For over three decades , many of the world\u2019s leading firms have relied on Align as a tru sted IT solution provider and center of excellence in IT advisory, infrastructure design , build , delivery and managed services . We are actively seeking innovative minds to establish and strengthen our team to deliver high-quality state-of-the-art technology solutions for our enterprise and boutique clients. If you are seek ing to own challenging projects under tight schedules for some of today\u2019s most fascinating companies while leveraging an exceptional team and long track record of success , then we want to hear from you today . Position Overview Align seeks an experienced professional with a background in cabling and hardware installation and designing and building enterprise/colocation data centers. The design aspect of this position will focus on the interior physical aspects of the data center including structural support systems, power distribution, carrier infrastructures, structured cable plant and overall data center layout. The build aspect of this position will focus on managing the implementation of the project as designed to ensure the subcontractors are adhering to design criteria and building the data center to the client\u2019s expectations, on time and within budget. Our data center team specializes in a variety of projects including greenfield builds, audits/retrofits of existing data centers and white space builds within colocation facilities. Most projects will be in the Ashburn, VA area, but some occasional travel will be required.\u00A0 Candidate must have participated in a data center design and build project from inception to commissioning This position will report to our Ashburn, VA office but must be available to work on projects throughout the U.S. with approximately 25 percent travel required at times This is a full-time employment position offering comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based Responsibilities Work independently, providing on-site project management support for client data center design, optimization or buildout Data center rationalization Manage multiple projects and project teams simultaneously Act as the primary contact and counsel to senior management at client sites Oversee project in its entirety from proposal to implementation Develop budget and project plans during the analysis and design phase of the project Responsible for the development of all RFI and RFP documents required for bid leveling Manage client expectations throughout the project regarding scope, budget, billing, schedules and time frames Conduct meetings according to the scope of the project including construction, technology and management meetings Exhibit leadership characteristics including strong communication skills, full understanding of internal policies and group and individual management Install client equipment, such as servers, network devices, power supplies, blade enclosures, KVM switches and monitors Align professionals will be expected to carry out additional or alternative duties for the company that are reasonably consistent with his/her position, as the company may from time-to-time require Assess client\u2019s current IT and facility infrastructure Collection of IT asset and power configurations Identify vulnerabilities and optimization opportunities Develop facility recommendations with cost-benefit analysis Establish target state requirements and architecture Analyze gaps between current and target state operating capabilities Qualifications Knowledge of data center mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) design and management best practices including power and utilities, HVAC, space planning, security (physical), geographic site selection, architecture design, floor plans, cabinets and cabling Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and excellent presentation skills Strong Excel skills with a focus on providing accurate quotes for large-scale projects Ability to oversee critical project activities including: Space planning Power distribution Cooling efficiencies Cabling infrastructure Pathways and connectivity Scheduling Budgets Resource planning Preparing scope of work documents Completing handoff documentation Managing changes Status reporting About Align Align is a dynamic and flexible place to work, offering professionals unparalleled opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and control their own destinies. We have a flawless track record of delivering technical solution s and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications. We give our professionals the autonomy to pursue opportunities and manage assignments in ways that maximize their creativity and talents, leading to self-fulfillment and financial rewards. For more details, visit . PM20 PI
Data Center Migration & Consolidation . New York, New York Why Align For over three decades , many of the world\u2019s leading firms have relied on Align as a tru sted IT solution provider and center of excellence in IT advisory, infrastructure design , build , delivery and managed services . We are actively seeking innovative minds to establish and strengthen our team to deliver high-quality state-of-the-art technology solutions for our enterprise and boutique clients. If you are seek ing to lead challenging projects for some of today\u2019s most fascinating companies while leveraging an exceptional team and long track record of success , then we want to hear from you today . Position Overview Align seeks a Technologist with Data Center Migration experience and a focus on Application Migration. This person will lead and perform hands-on current state assessment projects. Must have knowledge of application dependency mapping or affinity group mapping tools, such as Device42. Experience with manual processes such as workshops, application owner meetings and architectural diagram analysis is required. Candidates must have proven expertise managing \u201Ccurrent state\u201D to \u201Cfuture state\u201D infrastructure assessments with a focus on server, application and workload migrations including cloud. Qualified individuals will be working in fast-paced enterprise-level environments requiring exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. This is a highly visible role that will have constant interaction with key clients. This role will m anage complex projects, working in a matrix environment to plan, schedule and execute projects for various-sized enterprise clients (infrastructure, storage, network, server and IT appliances, etc.) . This role is based out of our New York City office ., but will primarily work remote.\u00A0\u00A0 The position requires some travel, based on client project requirements. This is a \u00A0 full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based bonuses . Responsibilities Drive technology infrastructure from \u201C current state to future state \u201D with a focus on\u00A0 data center migration Act as a technical lead for Application Dependency Mapping, Profiling and Infrastructure "Right Sizing" Act as an SME for\u00A0application dependency\u00A0 and affinity group mapping\u00A0 using both manual processes and utilizing tools, such as\u00A0 Device42 Complete manual processes such as workshops, application owner meetings and architectural diagram analysis\u00A0 to gather required dependency and configuration information Lead and conduct workshops with Application Owners and work with Project Managers to put together migration plans Assist with creation of Statements of Work and support the sales process Manage the project teams including; Align, the client and the vendors throughout the project Gather documentation and b uild and develop a delivery plan for all the work streams Manage all \u00A0relevant migration plans and wave event planning (i.e., run books, execution plans) Advise clients on potential risk, and manage client expectations Continually improve the process and framework and update our migration solution Qualifications Minimum of five years of Data Center Migration and\u00A0 IT transformation project experience ( assessments, migrations, consolidations, virtualization projects, etc. ) In-Depth Application Migration experience in the context of a Data Center Migration or Infrastructure Transformation Program Advanced knowledge of Application Dependency Mapping Experience with Device42 or similar CMDB, Application Mapping, Affinity Group Mapping or Device Discovery Tools Experience with manual processes such as workshops, application owner meetings and architectural diagram analysis to gather application dependency \u00A0and configuration \u00A0information Must have prior experience acting as technical lead on one or more complex, enterprise-level data center migration or consolidation projects A holistic understanding of IT infrastructure inclusive of s erver, storage, netwo rk, database, systems , DR/business recovery and continuity practices, etc. A foundational understanding of public cloud models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and providers (AWS, Azure, Google) F amiliar with application and workload dependencies , architecture and service level requirements Understands application and workload move dispositions (cloud, P2V, V2V, P2P, Lift and Shift) and the methodologies around each Applied understanding of data center functions, technologies and interdependencies Excellent communication, organization and writing skills are required Experience executing change control, quality, risk management and communications throughout the project Knowledge of MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio and Office tools to manage plans, charts, reports and documentation, etc. ITSM knowledge is a plus Must be able to travel as needed Bachelor\u2019s degree preferred About Align Align is a dynamic and flexible place to work, offering professionals unparalleled opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and control their own destinies. We have a flawless track record of delivering technical solution s and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications. We give our professionals the autonomy to pursue opportunities and manage assignments in ways that maximize their creativity and talents, leading to self-fulfillment and financial rewards. For more details, visit . PM20 PI
03/07/2021
Full time
Data Center Migration & Consolidation . New York, New York Why Align For over three decades , many of the world\u2019s leading firms have relied on Align as a tru sted IT solution provider and center of excellence in IT advisory, infrastructure design , build , delivery and managed services . We are actively seeking innovative minds to establish and strengthen our team to deliver high-quality state-of-the-art technology solutions for our enterprise and boutique clients. If you are seek ing to lead challenging projects for some of today\u2019s most fascinating companies while leveraging an exceptional team and long track record of success , then we want to hear from you today . Position Overview Align seeks a Technologist with Data Center Migration experience and a focus on Application Migration. This person will lead and perform hands-on current state assessment projects. Must have knowledge of application dependency mapping or affinity group mapping tools, such as Device42. Experience with manual processes such as workshops, application owner meetings and architectural diagram analysis is required. Candidates must have proven expertise managing \u201Ccurrent state\u201D to \u201Cfuture state\u201D infrastructure assessments with a focus on server, application and workload migrations including cloud. Qualified individuals will be working in fast-paced enterprise-level environments requiring exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills. This is a highly visible role that will have constant interaction with key clients. This role will m anage complex projects, working in a matrix environment to plan, schedule and execute projects for various-sized enterprise clients (infrastructure, storage, network, server and IT appliances, etc.) . This role is based out of our New York City office ., but will primarily work remote.\u00A0\u00A0 The position requires some travel, based on client project requirements. This is a \u00A0 full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and performance-based bonuses . Responsibilities Drive technology infrastructure from \u201C current state to future state \u201D with a focus on\u00A0 data center migration Act as a technical lead for Application Dependency Mapping, Profiling and Infrastructure "Right Sizing" Act as an SME for\u00A0application dependency\u00A0 and affinity group mapping\u00A0 using both manual processes and utilizing tools, such as\u00A0 Device42 Complete manual processes such as workshops, application owner meetings and architectural diagram analysis\u00A0 to gather required dependency and configuration information Lead and conduct workshops with Application Owners and work with Project Managers to put together migration plans Assist with creation of Statements of Work and support the sales process Manage the project teams including; Align, the client and the vendors throughout the project Gather documentation and b uild and develop a delivery plan for all the work streams Manage all \u00A0relevant migration plans and wave event planning (i.e., run books, execution plans) Advise clients on potential risk, and manage client expectations Continually improve the process and framework and update our migration solution Qualifications Minimum of five years of Data Center Migration and\u00A0 IT transformation project experience ( assessments, migrations, consolidations, virtualization projects, etc. ) In-Depth Application Migration experience in the context of a Data Center Migration or Infrastructure Transformation Program Advanced knowledge of Application Dependency Mapping Experience with Device42 or similar CMDB, Application Mapping, Affinity Group Mapping or Device Discovery Tools Experience with manual processes such as workshops, application owner meetings and architectural diagram analysis to gather application dependency \u00A0and configuration \u00A0information Must have prior experience acting as technical lead on one or more complex, enterprise-level data center migration or consolidation projects A holistic understanding of IT infrastructure inclusive of s erver, storage, netwo rk, database, systems , DR/business recovery and continuity practices, etc. A foundational understanding of public cloud models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and providers (AWS, Azure, Google) F amiliar with application and workload dependencies , architecture and service level requirements Understands application and workload move dispositions (cloud, P2V, V2V, P2P, Lift and Shift) and the methodologies around each Applied understanding of data center functions, technologies and interdependencies Excellent communication, organization and writing skills are required Experience executing change control, quality, risk management and communications throughout the project Knowledge of MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio and Office tools to manage plans, charts, reports and documentation, etc. ITSM knowledge is a plus Must be able to travel as needed Bachelor\u2019s degree preferred About Align Align is a dynamic and flexible place to work, offering professionals unparalleled opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and control their own destinies. We have a flawless track record of delivering technical solution s and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients. We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications. We give our professionals the autonomy to pursue opportunities and manage assignments in ways that maximize their creativity and talents, leading to self-fulfillment and financial rewards. For more details, visit . PM20 PI