Solutions Architect (Information Technology Executive 4) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4664593) Apply  Solutions Architect (Information Technology Executive 4) Salary $128,294.00 - $178,641.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2024-94041 Department SL Executive Offices Division EX OA ETSO Bur Entrprs Shrd Tc Opening Date 09/24/2024 Closing Date 10/12/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 01724 Position Number 00254177 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group ST13 Bureau / Division Code 00812810 Bureau / Division Bureau of Enterprise Shared Technology Services Worksite Address 1 Technology Park City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17110 Contact Name Matthew Zyroll Contact Phone 717.836.3503 Contact Email mzyroll@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you an innovative and ambitious professional who possesses exceptional leadership qualities and a strong background involving information technology (IT)? The Office of Administration, Bureau of Enterprise Shared Technology Services, is eager to welcome a team-oriented Information Technology Executive 4 to take on the role of Solutions Architect. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining the technology solutions architecture, including the target infrastructure architecture, solution delivery, solution transition, and technical disaster recovery for the Commonwealth. Drive your career forward while providing valuable, specialized IT services within the great state of Pennsylvania! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for establishing strategic direction, driving solutions architecture, and coordinating disaster recovery planning using strategic matrixed technical teams. This involves providing leadership on emerging technology standards in disaster recovery and resilience, enterprise architecture models, cloud services, and various technical disciplines such as Software-Defined Data Center, Virtualization, Network, Storage, Mobile, and Legacy platforms. You will also d evelop and maintain the enterprise Technical Reference Model/Infrastructure Reference Model, in addition to technical disaster recovery architecture, plans, procedures, and governance. The Solutions Architect works closely with key stakeholders to develop and sustain a comprehensive view of the Commonwealth’s technical capabilities, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and business needs. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00254177) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. + Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. + Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: + Nine years of professional information technology experience that includes three years in a managerial capacity and a bachelor’s degree; or + Thirteen years of professional information technology experience that includes three years in a managerial capacity;or + An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years in a managerial capacity. Additional Requirements: + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: + The selected candidate for this position must undergo a fingerprint-based records check to be in compliance with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Criminal Justice Information Services Division (CJIS). How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. + Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional information technology experience in a managerial capacity? + Yes + No 02 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 03 How many years of full-time professional information technology experience do you possess? + 9 years or more + 8 but less than 9 years + 7 but less than 8 years + 6 but less than 7 years + 5 but less than 6 years + 4 but less than 5 years + 3 but less than 4 years + 2 but less than 3 years + 1 but less than 2 years + Less than a year + None 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How much graduate coursework have you completed in information technology? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + 30 credits or more + Less than 30 credits + None Required Question Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov