Cloud Solutions Architect 2 - Abacus : Job Details

Details Solicitation Reference Number 529400681R2 Customer Name Texas Health and Human Services Commission Category Applications/Software Development Customer Entity Name Health and Human Services Commission Title Cloud Solutions Architect Level Cloud Solutions Architect 2 Estimated Hours 2,000 Number of Positions 1 # of Resumes Allowed 1 Full/Part Time Full Time Suggested Title Suggested NTE SSR Type Resume RFO 445 IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC) RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445 Solicitation Reference Number: 529400681R2 Working Title: Cloud Solutions Architect 2 Title/Level: Cloud Solutions Architect 2 Category: Applications/Software Development I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Cloud Solutions Architect 2, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Cloud Solutions Architect 2, 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). Level Description 4-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Job Description The cloud architect is responsible for the cloud computing initiatives within an organization and for directing the architectural aspects of a cloud brokering team across all aspects of IT and the business. Responsible for the planning and engineering of an organization's cloud computing infrastructure and applications. Implements and designs hardware and software. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of cloud technology, including Software as Service (SaaS), Platform as Service (PaaS), or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). dditional job details and special considerations The Department of Information Resources (DIR) requires the services of One Cloud Solution Architect hereafter referred to as Worker, who meets the general qualification of Cloud Solutions Architect and the specifications outlined in this document for Health & Human Services Commission - Social Services Applications team. The Cloud Solution Architect will provide strategic guidance in the development process, make technical decisions regarding solutions and explain how they will impact the organization. As part of HHSC IT Applications - Social Services Applications initiatives, the Cloud Solution Architect 2 will be responsible for: • Architect, develop and re-engineer applications that fully leverage the Cloud capabilities (preferably AWS) • Define and develop blueprints and roadmaps for building efficient and high-performance solutions in the cloud (preferably AWS) • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient software solutions. • Design and implement cloud-native solutions leveraging microservices architecture, containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes). • Drive the adoption of cloud-native best practices for scalability, resilience, and maintainability. • Implement and advocate for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles. • Plan and engineer cloud computing infrastructure and applications. • Integrate applications with various third parties such as Federal agencies, State agencies and private firms (For example, CMS Federal Hub, SSA, MMIS, EBT, IRS, Client, Client etc.) • Provide cloud architecture guidance for Security, Identity/Access Management and Monitoring. Ensure compliance with HHS enterprise security configuration standards. • Provide cloud architecture guidance for applications across all layers - User Interface, Middleware integrations and data bases. • Provide cloud architecture guidance for batch processing applications. • Provide AWS operational guidance both internal to the team, and for external operations teams • Define standard concepts, practices, and procedures for cloud technology, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). • Lead and ensure HHSC best practices and methodologies are applied to the design, deployment, and operations in the cloud. • Participate in application modernization. • Investigate and provide feedback on new AWS services and solutions. • Provide technical oversight, review, and quality control throughout the life cycle of the implementation. • Other duties as assigned. Education Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in computer science, computer information systems, engineering, or management information systems is preferred. Certification • Cloud Solutions Architect Certification • Cloud Infrastructure Certifications II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 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 7 Required Hands on experience in designing, building, and supporting cloud-native application solutions. 7 Required Experience in combined roles of enterprise or technical architecture, cloud platform development, cloud strategy or IT strategy 7 Required Experience in migration of applications from on-premise to cloud with enterprise architecture 7 Required Experience in Application security architecture in Cloud/on-prem environment 7 Required Experience in implementation of cloud-based solutions, leveraging AWS and demonstrate expertise in authentication and authorization using Okta, SailPoint and/or similar technologies 7 Required Experience in security policies, implementing multi-factor authentication, enabling single-sign-on (SSO) capabilities and securing APIs using gateway platform for multiple channels 7 Required Experience in design and implementation of Single Page Applications (SPA) using Angular, ReactJS and/or other similar frameworks/libraries 7 Required Experience in developing cloud-native applications, adhering to best practices for cloud platforms 7 Required Experience in designing microservices-based architectures. Decomposing monolithic applications into microservices 7 Required Experience in developing microservices using Spring, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, JPA and/or Hibernate 7 Required Hands-on development experience implementing applications utilizing any J2EE Application Server, Authentication and Authorization, Caching strategies 7 Required Experience with IaaC, automation and various CICD principles, ability to apply this experience to manage cloud based infrastructure. 7 Required Experience with middleware process orchestration and integrations using IBM BPM/BAW and/or similar technologies 7 Required Experience with batch processing, scheduling tools and file storage in cloud environment 7 Required Experience in application integrations with external systems preferably with CMS, IRS and/or other third parties 7 Required Experience in designing applications for scalability and optimizing performance in cloud environment. 7 Required Experience in implementing robust logging using tools like Splunk and Dynatrace in cloud environment 7 Required Hands-on programming experience in the following languages: Java, J2EE, HTML5, JavaScript, AJAX, CSS3, Bootstrap, SASS, UI frameworks/libraries (preferably Angular), Spring, Java Server Pages, Servlet, EJB, JSON, XML, ES5/ES6, NPM, Maven, Business Process 7 Required Experience in implementing Client-facing applications with responsive design and development 7 Required Experience with deployment and orchestration technologies (such as Docker, Kubernetes, EKS, OpenShift) 7 Required Hands-on experience participating in all phases of Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban 7 Required Experience with messaging platforms using IBM MQ and/or similar technologies in cloud environment 7 Required Experience in Test-driven development and test creation using frameworks such as Katalon, Karma, Jasmine, Selenium 6 Preferred Hands-on experience with IBM WebSphere Application Server 8 or later and JBOSS 6 Preferred Prior state eligibility systems experience either State of Texas or other states including CMS experience 4 Preferred Hands-on development experience for mobile and tablet platforms 4 Preferred Experience with business rules engine using IBM ODM and/or similar technologies 4 Preferred Knowledge of APIs design and implementation. 4 Preferred Knowledge of Monitoring tools 4 Preferred Knowledge of common DevOps tools GitLab, Jenkins, and Container III. TERMS OF SERVICE Services are expected to start 03/04/2024 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2000 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing. IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION 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 1609 Centre Creek Dr., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78754. 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. V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS I. TERMS OF SERVICE Services are expected to start 03/04/2024 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024 for FY24. Total estimated hours for Candidate shall not exceed 2000 hours for FY24. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing. II. WORK HOURS AND LOCATIONWORK HOURS AND LOCATION (Required) A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed. B) The primary work location will be at 1609 Centre Creek Dr. Suite 100, Austin, TX 78754. C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker's and/or Vendor's expense. D) The worker will work remotely. E) The worker 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 the Agency. III. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS o Preferably candidates must be within the State of Texas but Out of State candidates are also welcome to apply. o Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply) o ☒ Through Microsoft Teams