Information technology architect enterprise

NY HELP No

Agency Information Technology Services, Office of

Title Information Technology Architect 2 (Enterprise) - SP21

Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade 27

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $106898 to $131665 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Pending Non-Competitive

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Swan Street Building, Core 4 OR NYC*

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Duties Description The New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) provides operational support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year, supporting more than 4,900 applications for 53 New York State Agencies.Under the direction of the Information Technology Architect 3 (Enterprise), the Information Technology Architect 2 (Enterprise) will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of technical solutions that meet business needs while adhering to all policies and standards. The position will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, architect solutions, and ensure successful delivery.Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:- Design end-to-end technical solutions that address business requirements and align with architecture principles and standards. Develop solution architectures, technical specifications, and system designs.- Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the solution development lifecycle. Collaborate with architects, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with architectural best practices.- Work closely with user experience, business analysts, and business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements. Translate business requirements into technical solutions, considering factors such as scalability, performance, security, and usability.- Evaluate new and emerging technologies to determine their suitability for inclusion in a technical solutions catalog. Conduct proof-of-concept evaluations and provide recommendations for technology adoption.- Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them. Ensure that solutions adhere to security, compliance, and regulatory requirements.- Engage with stakeholders at all levels to communicate technical solutions, gather feedback, and address concerns. Present technical proposals and recommendations to executive leadership and other key stakeholders.- Collaborate with development teams to ensure that technical solutions are implemented according to design specifications. Provide technical oversight and support during the implementation phase.- Drive continuous improvement in solution architecture processes and practices. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance solution quality.

Minimum Qualifications EMPLOYMENT:- Seven (7) years of broad information technology (IT) experience, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of various IT disciplines and how they intersect within large-scale organizations.- Five (5) years of specialized experience in enterprise architecture, software development, or a related technical role.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTIONS:- Associate's degree with 15 semester credit hours in computer science or a related field substitutes for one year of general information technology experience. Candidates in a bachelor's degree program with at least 15 semester credit hours in computer science or a related field can substitute for one year of general information technology experience. - Bachelor's degree in any field including or supplemented by fifteen (15) semester credit hours in computer science or a related field substitutes for three years substitutes for three (3) years of general information technology experience. Bachelor's degree in any field substitutes for two years of general information technology experience. - Master's degree or higher in computer science or related field substitutes for one year of general information technology experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Strong technical background with expertise in multiple technology domains, such as cloud computing, microservices architecture, databases, and integration technologies.- Familiarity with an Enterprise Architecture framework such as TOGAF or similar, with a preference for candidates holding relevant certification.- Experience with software development methodologies and practices, such as Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly understand and address technical challenges.- Knowledge of security, compliance, and regulatory requirements relevant to technical solution design.- Experience working in cross-functional teams and leading technical discussions and decision-making processes.PLEASE NOTE:- Appointment to this position and continued employment with the agency is contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining New York State residency within six months of hiring.- Appointment to this position is not final until all agency approvals have been granted.

Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.Some positions may require fingerprinting.Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.If eligible, positions located in New York City will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:Holiday & Paid Time Off- Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually- Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually- Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually- Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.- Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional developmentHealth Care Benefits- Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional Benefits- New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership- NYS Deferred Compensation- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)- And many more.The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name ITS Human Resources

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Notes on Applying To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.