Job Description
Are you a tech leader ready to make an immediate impact? Join the State of California's Department of Technology as a Senior Information Technology Specialist. We are seeking a driven professional to drive our digital transformation initiatives in the heart of Silicon Valley.
This is a rare opportunity for an immediate hire in the state government sector. You will leverage your expertise to modernize legacy systems and secure our critical infrastructure while enjoying unparalleled job security and comprehensive benefits.
Why Join Us?
- Immediate Start: Onboard quickly and begin contributing to vital state operations.
- Job Security: Work for one of the most stable employers in the nation.
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range reflects market value for senior technical roles.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and generous pension plans.
Responsibilities
- System Architecture: Design, deploy, and manage complex IT infrastructure and cloud environments (AWS/Azure) to ensure high availability and security.
- Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams in the planning and execution of major IT projects, ensuring milestones are met on time.
- Cybersecurity Compliance: Implement and monitor security protocols to adhere to state and federal compliance standards (NIST, ISO).
- Ticket Resolution: Provide expert-level technical troubleshooting and support for internal and external stakeholders.
- Innovation: Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in systems administration or software engineering within a government or large-scale enterprise environment.
- Certifications: Active CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python, Java, SQL, and containerization technologies (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.