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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Architect - **Company:** Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC - **Location:** Baton Rouge, LA, United States - **Salary:** $47,070.0 - $67,850.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Cloud Engineering, Data Centers, Data Integration, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Performance Tuning, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Data Management, Cloud Migration - **Published:** July 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/58929327-system-architect ## About the Role * Typically brings several years of experience designing and supporting enterprise technology environments. * Background working with GIS platforms and enterprise applications in large, complex organizations. * Experience developing solution architectures that span infrastructure, applications, integrations, data platforms, and security. * Working knowledge of modern cloud, hybrid, or data center technologies. * Familiarity with enterprise networking concepts, identity management, high availability, disaster recovery, and security best practices. * Experience collaborating with technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive audiences. * Strong documentation, communication, and presentation skills. * Ability to translate business needs into scalable and sustainable technical solutions. * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Nice to Have * Experience working with utility, energy, or infrastructure-focused organizations. * Exposure to enterprise GIS technologies such as ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, or ArcGIS Online. * Familiarity with virtualization platforms, container ecosystems, and infrastructure automation tools. * Knowledge of enterprise monitoring, observability, or performance optimization solutions. * Experience supporting cloud transformation or modernization initiatives. * Understanding of data integration platforms and event-driven architectures. * Exposure to enterprise architecture frameworks and governance models. * Advanced degree in a related field. * Relevant industry certifications in enterprise architecture, GIS, cloud platforms, virtualization, or infrastructure technologies. ## Description We are seeking an experienced technology leader to help shape and deliver enterprise-scale Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions for complex organizations. This role combines architecture strategy, hands-on technical guidance, and client-facing consulting to design modern, resilient technology environments that support critical business operations. You'll collaborate with stakeholders, guide technical teams, and influence long-term technology roadmaps while helping organizations maximize the value of their GIS investments. About the Opportunity Join a growing consulting-focused technology team where you'll have the opportunity to lead large-scale architecture initiatives, solve complex infrastructure challenges, and work with cutting-edge GIS and enterprise technologies. This position offers a blend of strategic planning and technical execution, allowing you to make a visible impact across modernization, cloud adoption, security, integration, and platform optimization efforts. Success in this role means balancing big-picture architecture vision with practical implementation guidance while building trusted relationships with customers and internal teams. What You'll Do Enterprise Architecture & Solution Design * Lead architecture discussions and discovery workshops with business and technical stakeholders. * Design scalable GIS and enterprise technology ecosystems that support long-term business objectives. * Develop architecture blueprints, deployment strategies, and technology roadmaps. * Evaluate current environments and recommend improvements focused on performance, reliability, and security. Technical Leadership & Advisory Services * Serve as a trusted advisor on infrastructure, cloud, networking, security, and GIS platform strategies. * Guide implementation teams through architecture decisions and technical challenges. * Provide expertise on availability, disaster recovery, resilience planning, and operational readiness. * Identify risks, bottlenecks, and single points of failure and propose practical solutions. Platform Modernization & Infrastructure * Support the planning and deployment of enterprise applications across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. * Advise on virtualization, containerization, automation, and modern application hosting approaches. * Help organizations optimize system performance, scalability, and operational efficiency. * Contribute to technology standards, governance efforts, and architectural best practices. 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