Systems Architect, Advanced

Advanced Systems Design is seeking a Systems Architect, Advanced for our client located in Tallahassee, FL.This position is onsite in Tallahassee, FL, and requires in-person availability starting day 1.Job Overview : The Florida Department of Transportation, Office of Information Technology (OIT), is in search of a Cloud and Systems Architect to play a key role in assisting the OIT in the oversight, management, and execution of cloud services and platforms to support FDOT’s infrastructure, applications, data, and other business needsGeneral responsibilities may include the following : Design, upgrade, administer, test, and modify the virtual desktop infrastructure environmentAssist in ongoing modernization and migration efforts for applications, data, and infrastructureOversight and management of Microsoft 365 environmentsOversight and management of other Microsoft platforms and / or environmentsOversight and management of identity platformsOversight and management of a multi-cloud environmentArchitect, design, facilitate, lead, coordinate, and direct technology initiatives on multiple fronts across a variety of disparate areas within the organization. This could include Infrastructure administration, application development, data management & analytics, cybersecurity, external hosting, identity and access management, infrastructure, network, security hardening, privacy, and compliance.Primary Job Duties : The activities this candidate will be tasked with include, but are not limited to, the following : Build and manage relationships in a matrixed environment.Recommend and assist with the building and hosting of complex application solutions.Understand, deploy, and manage Microsoft Azure and / or other cloud services.Understand, deploy, and manage Microsoft Power Platform.Find opportunities to refactor solutions to obtain better performance, cost, and efficiency.Enhance FDOT’s infrastructure, application, and system monitoring solutions to prioritize system uptime.Review, advise, and design based on risks, costs, benefits, and impact on the enterprise business process and goals.Automate processes wherever possible.Create and manage Azure DevOps projects, git repositories, and pipelines.Oversee and configure Azure DevOps organizational settings.Troubleshoot issues brought forth by developers and other architects.Present to your peers on findings of new technologies, enterprise-wide issues, and enhancements you have made to better the FDOT mission.Required Qualifications : 2 – 3 years of strong professional experience as a Microsoft Azure cloud systems architect is required.5 - 8 years of professional experience in information systems engineering or another related field is required.2 - 3 years of experience in Enterprise Architecture is required.Strong analytical skills to determine an organization's needs, develop strategies to meet those needs, and evaluate effectiveness.Ability to categorize work, set priorities, and determine short and / or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them.Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems effectively regardless of technology platform.Ability to document and automate administrative tasks to reduce manual workAble to easily convey knowledge to others.Proficiency in working in a fast-paced, complex, and dynamic business environment.In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure Services.In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Server products.In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform.In-depth knowledge of Linux (Redhat and Ubuntu).Strong grasp of IT infrastructure and application development technology and architectures.Strong grasp of Linux administration, including Linux patching.Knowledge of assessment and analytical processes and practices.Skill in strategic planning.Skill in researching, compiling, and analyzing data to report findings and develop improvement solutions.Skill in system administration and hosting across a wide range of solutions.Ability to research, identify, and implement innovative solutions.Ability to communicate effectively; both verbally and written.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Ability to work independently and as a team.Preferred Qualifications : 2 – 3 years of experience with other cloud providers, such as AWS or GCP is highly desired.5 years of professional experience supporting middleware such as API Management, IT Service Automation tools, and batch job services is highly desired.2 - 3 years of professional experience in the administration of Microsoft software is highly desired.Education : Bachelor’s degree in computer science or another related field4 years of experience can substitute for educationAdvanced Systems Design, Inc. is : A leading Information Technology provider for Federal, State & Local government agencies.A certified minority-owned small business government contractor with capabilities related to Public Health IT, Criminal Justice, Transportation, and Defense.A certified service-disabled veteran-owned company with a proud 42-year track record of providing successful innovative solutions for our government customers.A drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.Applicants who have a signed offer of employment or contractor agreement are subject to : the pre-employment testing protocol : background investigationdrug screeningOur Employees : Are actively working on next-generation technology projects with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, CDC, and a wide array of Federal, State, and Local agencies throughout the United StatesAre eligible for wide-ranging benefits and perks, including but not limited to : Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP / HSA optionsDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort / Long-Term DisabilityGroup Life Insurance - Company PaidVoluntary Life Insurance401(k) Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off (Vacation / Sick)Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal HolidaysTuition AssistanceProfessional Certification Incentive PlanEmployee Referral PlanTechnology ExposureFor additional information regarding Advanced Systems Design, please check out our WEBSITE () or click HERE () for all current job openings.Advanced Systems Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Powered by JazzHR