• IT Solution Architect

    State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (Hartford, CT)


    IT Solution Architect

     

    CT Paid Leave Employee

     

    Recruitment # 250529-6500VR-001

     

    Location Hartford, CT

     

    Date Opened 6/3/2025 12:00:00 AM

     

    Salary $124,895 -$170,298 annually

     

    Job Type Open to the Public

     

    Close Date 6/24/2025 11:59:00 PM

     

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    + Introduction

     

    The State of Connecticut (https://www.ct.gov/) , CT Paid Leave Authority (the "Authority" (https://www.ctpaidleave.org/) ) has an exciting opportunity for an IT Solution Architect. The IT Solution Architect is responsible for developing, maintaining and implementing a technical roadmap for the Authority’s information technology systems. The IT Solution Architect understands the business context for solutions to the Authority’s challenges and recommends potential options, selecting the most optimal alternative. The IT Solution Architect assures solutions are not only a fit for the specific business purpose but also closely aligns with the standards and guidelines for the Enterprise.

    WHAT WE OFFER:

    + Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!

    + The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/Press-Room/Press-Releases/2023/Forbes-State-of-CT-Ranked) - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule

    + Professional growth and development opportunitie s

    + A healthy work/life balance to all employees

    POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

    + Unclassified, Full time, 40 hours per week

    + Monday through Friday

    + First shift

    + Location: Hartford, CT

    + Remote role

    THE ROLE

    The IT Solution Architect will report to the Director of Information Technology. The will be responsible for overseeing and directing information technology staff, business staff and consultants assigned to projects.

    ABOUT THE AUTHORITY

    The CT Paid Leave Authority is a quasi-governmental agency formed by statute and signed into law in 2019. Its mission is to help Connecticut’s workforce navigate health challenges and life changes with greater financial security. Through a trust funded by workers, the Authority makes benefits payments to eligible workers when the worker takes a leave from work to care for themselves or a family member.

     

    Selection Plan

     

    Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8sOb10qYXQ) Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

    BEFORE YOU APPLY:

    + Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

    + Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date on the job posting.

    + Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

    + Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

    + Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

    + Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

    + Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

    AFTER YOU APPLY:

    + Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

    + Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

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    + The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

    + Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

     

    QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

     

    Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond (http:) @ct.gov.

     

    Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    + Directs the identification and recommendation of application solutions, incorporating business capabilities and technology components with an eye toward usability, performance, scalability, and an appropriate cost of ownership.

    + Responsible for assisting in maintaining IT Architecture practices and the architecture and standards methodology.

    + Manages activities that take place during solution ideation, solution design, and solution implementation.

    + Responsible for the data model and data integration strategy for the application.

    + Incorporates best practices of continuous integration and delivery focusing on improving software delivery.

    + Communicates the architecture to the stakeholders and collaborates and coordinates with existing domain architects in the formalization and adoption of IT standards and procedures.

    + Champions a structured approach to business application solutions.

    + Assists in the development of a solutions architecture program including departmental roadmaps and project portfolios for IT systems architecture.

    + Influences changes to standards when necessary.

    + Supports the architectural aspects of all application projects within the Enterprise portfolio.

    + Stays abreast of technology and trends that align to the Authority’s technology strategy.

    + Fosters collaboration by promoting cooperative goals, building trust and enlisting others in a common vision.

     

    This list of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities that the Authority may deem necessary from time to time and as the Authority’s work and responsibilities demand.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    + Plan and Deploy for Business Results, which includes the ability to develop and implement business plans, IT plans, budget plans, and human resource plans in order to maximize budget allocations, technology, personnel and other resources to achieve agency and program goals.

    + Lead Change, which includes innovation, the ability to be a creative problem solver and a strategic thinker, and the ability to recognize and develop opportunities to grow and develop information technology services in response to customers and a changing work environment.

    + Focus on Results and Quality, including exercising and promoting accountability, and the ability to analyze surveys, financial and other data, and use strategic planning and performance measurement techniques to continuously improve performance and maintain competitiveness.

    + Understand Customers and Markets, which includes the ability to establish customer satisfaction and loyalty, forecast and conduct market analyses, keep ahead of industry trends and incorporate “best practices” into information technology operations.

    + Lead People, including the ability to resolve conflict, communicate effectively, coach and train employees, recognize performance, and foster diversity and teamwork.

    + Build Coalitions, including the ability to explain and advocate facts and ideas in a convincing manner, to negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally, to gain cooperation from others, and to identify the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization.

    + Business Knowledge, including knowledge of the technical, professional, procedural and legal requirements of the specific information technology area.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    Ten (10) years of experience in computer or network administration, architecture, operations, production control, systems development, information technology analysis and planning.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a managerial capacity.

     

    NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted to be at the level of an Information Technology Manager 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=1562MP&R1=undefined&R3=undefined) .

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

    + College training in computer science, management information systems or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.

    + A Master’s degree in computer science, management information systems or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    + Experience in designing and leading the implementation of a solution architecture across a group of business applications or technologies.

    + Experience with defining guidelines, standards, and solution patterns to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the future-state architecture vision.

    + Experience in Cloud technologies.

    + Experience in real-time and batch-based integration patterns.

    + Experience with the technical capabilities of the Salesforce and MuleSoft platforms.

    + Experience in data architecture and knowledge of data warehousing concepts.

    + Experience with identify and access management.

    + Experience in communicating technical programs and concepts to individuals who do not possess expertise in IT systems.

     

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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