SAS Platform - IT Solution Architect

Bank Sector Client | TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS

SAS Platform Administration

Lead installation, configuration, and maintenance of SAS 9.4 environments across development, test, and production tiers.

Manage user access, metadata, security configurations, and environment optimization.

Oversee upgrades, migrations, patch cycles, and infrastructure enhancements.

Ensure platform stability, performance, and high availability through proactive monitoring.

Environment Setup & Deployment

Lead end to end setup of new SAS environments for new applications, markets, or business units.

Configure authentication, user provisioning, and secure access methods.

Develop user documentation, onboarding guides, and conduct training sessions.

System Integration & Connectivity

Enable and validate SAS connectivity with databases, file transfer systems, and external platforms.

Configure secure data exchange mechanisms such as file transfer channels and integration protocols.

Troubleshoot connectivity and data movement issues across environments.

SAS Development & Automation

Develop SAS programs, macros, and automation utilities to improve operational efficiency.

Build and support ETL workflows, reporting processes, and data pipelines.

Conduct performance tuning of SAS code and platform components.

Troubleshoot complex data processing and batch job issues.

Upgrades, Migrations & Tech Refresh Support

Manage OS, SAS version, and supporting tool upgrades.

Perform parallel testing, issue resolution, and post migration stabilization.

Operational Support & Platform Governance

Support daily operations including job monitoring, issue resolution, and user requests.

Maintain compliance with security, audit, and regulatory requirements.

Implement SSL renewals, certificate management, and platform vulnerability remediation.

Create and maintain platform health dashboards, reports, and logs.

Automation & Continuous Improvement

Build tools to automate user onboarding, configuration tasks, and administrative workflows.

Improve monitoring capabilities through automated reporting and system utilization analysis.

Implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams, application teams, and business stakeholders.

Provide technical guidance on SAS related requirements and solution design.

Act as a subject matter expert for SAS platform capabilities and integrations.