Info Technology Consultant - Enterprise Architecture Solution Architect - Augusta

State of Maine•Augusta, GA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Office of Information Technology (MaineIT) provides information technology support to over 13,000 employees. MaineIT oversees large-scale enterprise applications that support the critical and diverse business needs of the State and its agencies. This position is part of the Enterprise Architecture program, a highly experienced team within the Office of Information Technology. The program is essential for identifying and overseeing the implementation of robust IT solutions that enable the State to innovate, grow, and operate efficiently in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. This role helps to define a strategic technology investment for the Executive Branch, ensuring the most effective technology is successfully aligned with business objectives. The program recommends scalable, secure, and adaptable solutions capable of supporting future growth and innovation. In this role, you will collaborate with agency partners and technical teams to ensure investments in technology will provide the best overall value for the State while maintaining scalability, security, and high-performance solutions that align with industry’s best practices. MaineIT embraces the following core values (C.A.R.E.) Customer-Focus – Ensuring our customers are heard and their needs are met. Accountability – Holding ourselves to a high standard through transparency with stakeholders. Responsiveness – Providing timely updates in a proactive manner. Empathy – Delivering people-focused services with emotional intelligence.

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of a combination of related post-secondary education, technical certifications, or technology related work experience. Related training, internship experience etc. may be credited as related experience on a month-per-month basis.
Cloud Computing & Infrastructure – Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud strategies.
Software Development & Integration – Understanding of application design, development methodologies, APIs, and system integration best practices.
Cybersecurity & Compliance – Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST 800-53, ISO 27001) and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, CJIS, GDPR, etc.).
IT Governance & Policies – Experience with IT governance structures, procurement policies, and regulatory requirements on State and Federal levels.
Technology Trends & Innovations – Awareness of emerging technologies (AI, machine learning, blockchain, IoT) and their impact on IT strategy.
Project & Portfolio Management – Understanding of Agile, Scrum, and ITIL methodologies for managing technology investments.
Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving – Ability to assess complex business challenges and design innovative technology solutions.
Technical Leadership & Decision-Making – Strong leadership in guiding teams, ability to influence technicians and guide implementation on recommended architectural decisions.
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement – Ability to translate technical concepts into business language for executives and non-technical audiences.
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Teamwork – Experience working with IT teams, business leaders, and external vendors to drive successful initiatives, resolve challenges and ensure best practices are deployed.
Risk Assessment & Management – Ability to evaluate technology risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Process Improvement & Optimization – Expertise in improving IT operations and aligning technology investments with business objectives.
Innovate & Adapt to Change – Capacity to stay ahead of technology trends and adjust strategies to meet evolving business and technology needs.
Analyze & Interpret Data – Ability to assess IT performance metrics, financial implications, and business impact of technology investments.
Manage Complexity – Navigate large-scale enterprise IT environments with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
Lead & Influence – Inspire teams, advocate for best practices, and drive consensus among diverse groups.
Ensure Compliance & Security – Maintain IT solutions that adhere to legal, regulatory, and security standards.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated technical writing and research experience in a work or academic environment publishing information reaching a diverse customer base.
Familiar with the following: Cloud Computing & Infrastructure (AWS, Azure and Oracle) Networking Fundamentals Containers & Orchestration Microservices & API’s CI/CD pipelines Identity & Access Management DevSecOps, OWASP Top 10 Data & Storage Fundamentals Enterprise Integration & Middleware Endpoint user devices

Responsibilities

Develop the design and guide the implementation, migration strategies, and optimization of technology solutions to align with MaineIT’s broader Enterprise Architecture framework, while meeting the State’s strategic and business objectives.
Identify system and process improvements to ensure scalability, security, compliance, and high-performance solutions.
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs to identify technical solutions, and facilitate communication between technical teams and vendors.
Provide technical guidance in system integrations, cloud computing, and application design, ensuring future-proof and cost-effective technology investments.
Evaluate emerging technologies, assess risks, and recommend innovations that enhance operational efficiency and align with MaineIT policies.
Advise IT and business stakeholders when developing technology RFP’s, technology contracts, amendments and statements of work.
Participate in evaluating technology solutions based on MaineIT and regulatory compliance standards.
Actively participate in technology governance initiatives and technology communities of practice.
Actively participate in MaineIT Architectural Review Board
Develop and recommend policies, operating procedures, and technology assessment frameworks to support technology solutions.
Assist in solution documentation, architecture diagrams and technical specifications.
Contract & Procurement Expertise – Skills in reviewing, advising, and negotiating IT contracts, RFPs, and vendor agreements.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
12 days of sick leave
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums
Health Insurance Premium Credit
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06 % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS)
Gym Membership Reimbursement – up to $40 per month
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Living Resources Program – employee assistance program
Parental leave – forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – MaineSaves 457(b) account