Technical Architect (GoAnywhere MFT / Managed File Transfer)

Technical Architect (GoAnywhere MFT / Managed File Transfer) Location: Remote Role Overview We are seeking a Technical Architect (GoAnywhere MFT) to lead the architecture and upgrade strategy of a GoAnywhere Managed File Transfer platform in a large, global, regulated enterprise environment. The role includes technical governance, documentation (HLD/LLD), and support through implementation, testing, cutover, and handover to operations.   Key Responsibilities • Define and lead the end-to-end GoAnywhere MFT upgrade approach (side-by-side vs in-place). • Perform pre-upgrade readiness assessment and identify risks (versions, DB, logs, keystores, Java, permissions, hardening). • Design secure MFT architecture (SFTP/FTPS/HTTPS, DMZ routing, TLS/certificates, RBAC, auditing). • Provide technical leadership during build, upgrade, troubleshooting, and rollout. • Define validation/testing approach, cutover and rollback plans. • Lead post-upgrade health check and security configuration review. • Produce architecture documentation (HLD/LLD, diagrams, runbooks) and collaborate with key stakeholders.   Required Skills & Experience • Strong experience as a Technical Architect / GoAnywhere SME / MFT Architect in enterprise environments. • Hands-on knowledge of GoAnywhere MFT upgrades and architecture. • Solid understanding of secure file transfer protocols (SFTP/FTPS/HTTPS) and security hardening (TLS, certificates, RBAC, auditing). • Experience producing technical design documentation (HLD/LLD). • Strong communication skills and ability to work across infrastructure/security/operations teams.   Nice to Have • AS2 experience. • SIEM/logging integration (e.g., Splunk/ELK). • Background in regulated industries.