Kforce is working with a client in search of an IT Infrastructure Architect in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Overview: We are seeking an IT Infrastructure Architect to join the Global Information Systems (GIS) team at a corporate center in Pittsburgh, PA. This role will be part of the infrastructure team, working closely with fellow architects and business representatives to guide the development and management of all technical and infrastructure solutions. The IT Infrastructure Architect will contribute to the design of efficient, value-adding business solutions, creating artifacts to help develop target-state guidance, including standards, guidelines, platforms, and configurations for evolving technical infrastructure across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities: * Lead analysis of technology industry and market trends to assess potential use-cases and impact on the enterprise and existing architecture * Collaborate with business representatives, process owners, and subject matter experts to design efficient and value-adding business solutions * Evaluate infrastructure technology roadmaps against internal and external environments to maintain a clear technology direction * Drive technology investment decisions to ensure value-added business outcomes while meeting nonfunctional requirements * Assess the technical environment for critical deficiencies, identifying opportunities for flexibility and scalability improvements * Define metrics to measure and demonstrate enterprise technology value * Align technical architecture with business and IT strategies to meet future growth and needs, leveraging new, existing, and emerging technologies * Assist in designing governance and standards for technology architecture compliance on projects and products * Oversee technology changes, updates, and implementations * Maintain artifacts, such as architecture diagrams, policies, and standards within the infrastructure space