DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Technology Services (DTS)
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
www.azdes.gov

Salary: $102,309 - $125,001 

Grade: 31

Closing Date: November 22, 2024

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Technology Services is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as Cloud Solutions Architect. The Cloud Solutions Integration Architect is responsible for designing and implementing enterprise infrastructure, integrations (including API and RPA processes) and platforms required for cloud computing. Analyzes system requirements and ensures that systems will be securely integrated with current applications. Cloud architects are responsible for managing the cloud computing architecture in an organization, including the front-end platforms, servers, storage, delivery and networks required to manage cloud storage. Including fit of PAAS and SAAS products into the environment. . Utilizing skills such as API Integration / Mulesoft, RPA / UIPath, Salesforce and TOGAF Certification.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The state of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Design and transfer applications including integrations (API's / RPA) to the cloud, developing and implementing corporate cloud strategy (including necessary information, management strategy and policy). Offer expert guidance in infrastructure movement techniques including bulk application transfers into the cloud and will identify the top cloud architecture solutions to successfully meet the strategic needs of the agency.
• Provide guidance to cloud developers/implementers on cloud solution development best practices. Create and maintain documentation artifacts such as design diagrams, data flow diagrams, deployment diagrams, infrastructure diagrams, etc. Participate in the development and establishment a statewide cloud governance model.
• Deliver expert guidance on architectural principles and services of top cloud platforms to drive design and deployment of highly scalable, fault-tolerant applications. Participate in the RFP process to identify and select cloud providers. Develop technical and budgetary presentations for senior executives.
• Perform cloud capacity planning. Develop cloud policies and define governance frameworks for the operation and management of cloud services.

Knowledge of:
• Cloud computing technologies and current computing trends
• Application architecture
• Automation and orchestration
• Governance, I&O (input and output)
• Integration architecture, IT Service
• Management/IT Operations Management
• Outsourcing and external hosting
• Security, and vendor management.

Skill in:
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) to properly articulate complicated cloud reports to management and other IT development partners
• Effective Presentation skills, present to IT managers and C-level executives
• Thought leadership and change agency
• Collaboration and delegation
• Cloud Solutions, and Cloud Identity Management
• Management of resources and budget for assigned area
• Establishment of guidelines and policies

Ability to:
• Work under minimal supervision
• Collaborate, empower and connect with a variety of other architecture roles in the organization
• Lead cultural change for cloud adoption including developing and coordinating cloud architecture
• Develop cloud strategies and coordinate the adaptation process

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or other IT related discipline. Working experience with Mulesoft, UIPath and Salesforce products.

• Applicants for this position will be required to apply for and show proof of a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card that meets DES requirements for a Level One card.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
• Five (5) plus years of experience in Cloud Solutions including Architecting, developing and deploying Applications and Platforms to the Public Cloud.
• Current certification in one of the following Public Cloud Architectures: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect, Azure Solutions Architect. 

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Benson Walker at (480)318-4150 or email Bensonwalker@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 318-4150. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.