Job Description
Are you ready to drive digital transformation within one of the Commonwealth's largest agencies?
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Information Technology Specialist to join our dynamic team in Harrisburg, PA. This is a unique opportunity to serve the public while advancing your career in a stable, mission-driven government environment.
As a key member of our IT infrastructure team, you will play a pivotal role in modernizing our systems, ensuring data security, and delivering reliable technology solutions that directly impact the lives of Pennsylvanians. If you are passionate about technology, compliance, and public service, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Contribute to critical initiatives that support vulnerable populations across the state.
- Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive salary package starting at $75,000.
- Stability: Enjoy the job security and benefits associated with working for the State of Pennsylvania.
- Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning opportunities and career advancement pathways.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the maintenance, configuration, and troubleshooting of the Department's enterprise IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and workstations.
- Lead technical projects from initiation through deployment, ensuring strict adherence to state compliance standards and Agile methodologies.
- Provide advanced technical support and guidance to system administrators and end-users, resolving complex hardware and software issues.
- Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to safeguard sensitive citizen data and maintain HIPAA compliance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure, scalable technology solutions that meet business requirements.
- Train staff on new technologies, security protocols, and best practices to foster a culture of IT excellence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in IT systems administration, network engineering, or a related technical role.
- Active CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification is highly preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, SQL Server, and virtualization technologies.
- Proven experience in project management and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced government setting.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Must be a resident of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.