Application Systems Architect IV_

Position : Application Systems Architect IV

Location : Denver, Colorado

Duration : 9 + Months

Complete Description: Responsible for the overall system design. Documents development requirements for database, applications, and operation system environment. Consults with end users to test and debug applications to meet client needs. Serves as expertise in all aspects of designing and application development. May conduct training to IT Staff. Requires a bachelor's degree and may be expected to have an advanced degree in area of specialty and 8 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May provide consultation on complex projects and is considered to be the top level contributor or specialist.

Duties:

Primary job duties include the following:

● Address security risk assessment findings and architecture recommendations for the Colorado Benefits Management System (JAVA, WebSphere, Linux, Oracle) and associated systems (Force.com, Cognos, Cloudera, mobile apps)

● Review and analyze current architecture

● Understand architecture requirements and guidelines provided by Federal agencies

Minimum Requirements:

● Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role with responsibility for designing and implementing architecture and hosting strategy that includes experience with SaaS and Cloud solutions.

● Minimum of 1 year of experience with security compliance

● Minimum of 3 years’ experience developing and implementing technical projects

● Deep understanding of complex systems architectures including requirements definition, HW and SW design, scalability, security, load testing, and change management

● Experienced with a variety of platforms, hardware and software

● Strong analytical and research skills using the Internet and other tools

● Strong verbal communication skills and ability to facilitate a planning session or meeting

● Understanding of data governance, including the security requirements for PII, FTI, and PHI.

● Must be able to work independently and be proactive in reaching for information

● Must be comfortable in an environment with change and many concurrent project

Desired Experience:

● Understanding of a government environment

● Experience in the application of commonly accepted concepts and practices specific to the secure design and development of technical documents

● Salesforce experience and specialist certifications

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.