Senior Systems Solutions Architect – Cloud, Virtualization & AI (Remote – California)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Not listed
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Part time
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Category
- Architecture
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 6+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise IT infrastructure solutions
- Strong expertise with Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server and Microsoft Azure
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including identity governance and security controls
- Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware and/or Hyper-V
- Experience supporting enterprise servers, storage, backup/recovery, and hybrid environments
- Strong understanding of system architecture, networking fundamentals, and security best practices
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Nice to have
- Experience supporting California SLED (State, Local Government, and Education) clients
- Certifications such as Microsoft Azure Architect, Microsoft identity/security certifications, VMware certifications, or equivalent
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale or multi-client environments
Full description
Senior Systems Solutions Architect – Cloud, Virtualization & AI (Remote – California)
Full-Time, Part-Time, or Contract | Competitive Compensation + Professional Development
About GigaKOM
For more than 20 years, GigaKOM has delivered enterprise-level IT solutions to California K–12 school districts, higher education institutions, state and local government agencies, and commercial organizations. Through partnerships with leading manufacturers and technology providers, we design and deliver secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that support mission-critical environments.
As organizations continue modernizing their infrastructure, cloud platforms, identity, and data capabilities, GigaKOM is expanding its architecture and consulting capabilities. We are seeking a Senior Systems Solutions Architect to design, support, and optimize enterprise environments across Microsoft cloud services, virtualization systems, enterprise infrastructure, and emerging AI-driven technologies.
This role combines solution architecture, systems engineering, client consulting, and ongoing infrastructure support to help organizations modernize, secure, and optimize their IT environments.
Location
Remote – California
This is a fully remote position supporting client environments across California.
Position Overview
The Senior Systems Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting modern enterprise infrastructure solutions that integrate cloud services, virtualization platforms, AI-enabled technologies, identity and access management, and core enterprise systems.
This role works closely with sales teams, engineers, and client stakeholders to evaluate current environments, architect scalable solutions, support client infrastructure, and guide organizations through modernization initiatives.
In addition to solution design, this position will support client systems, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability across deployed environments.
The ideal candidate is both a strategic architect and a hands-on technologist with deep experience across Microsoft technologies (Azure, Microsoft Entra ID), virtualization platforms, and enterprise server environments.
What You’ll Do
Design Cloud, Identity & Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions
- Architect and design hybrid and cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and related services
- Design and implement identity and access solutions using Microsoft Entra ID (authentication, SSO, conditional access, MFA)