Cloud Solution Architect

Cloud Solutions Architect

Location: Texas (Remote) Duration: 12+ Months Client: State of TX (HHSC)

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Cloud Solutions Architect 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Cloud Solutions Architect 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s). Cloud Solutions Architect use their technical knowledge of cloud services to design and implement scalable, robust systems on the AWS cloud platform.

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years - Required/Preferred - Experience

12 - Required - Expertise in operating system such as Red Hat Linux and Windows.

10 - Required - Design and deploy scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS.

10 - Required - Provide architectural guidance and oversight throughout the project lifecycle.

10 - Required - Collaborate with the different technical and nontechnical teams to develop and implement robust cloud solutions.

10 - Required - Select appropriate AWS services based on data, compute, database, or security requirements.

10 - Required - Hands-on experience designing distributed systems and applications on the AWS Cloud.

8 - Required - Identify and gather requirements to define a solution to be built and operated on cloud infrastructure.

8 - Required - Assess the existing infrastructure and recommend modifications as necessary.

8 - Required - Educate on architectural principles and best practices on various technical levels.

8 - Required - Ensure solutions and infrastructures align with TIERS’ security standards.

8 - Required - Lead technical and design discussions to help speed of new technologies and practices.

8 - Required - Working knowledge of storage and backup solutions provided by AWS.

8 - Required - Experience ITIL - ticketing using Remedy and ServiceNow.

8 - Required - Experience managing Archer GRC.

8 - Preferred - Comprehensive knowledge of networking concepts such as IP addresses, DNS, TCP/IP, and among other standard networking protocols.

5 - Preferred - General knowledge of database software such are Oracle, MSSQL, Postgres etc.

5 - Preferred - Knowledge of identity and access management as well as additional cybersecurity principles.

5 - Preferred - Keep abreast of the newest cloud computing developments and work to improve the organization's cloud infrastructure.

5 - Preferred - AWS Solutions Architect Certification

Services are expected to start 12/16/2024 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1500 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing. Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W. 51st, Austin, Texas 78751. The working position is Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts. The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.