Application Architect
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Job description
· Assist in building, configuring, and deploying IIS web servers for production and development environments.
· Design and implement SSO (Single Sign-On) across internal application suites using Okta and SAML, including integration with the DPSCS Content Management System (CMS).
· Lead the modernization of legacy applications through cloud-native architecture and containerization strategies where appropriate.
· Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, security teams, and database administrators to ensure compliance, performance, and reliability across systems.
· Analyze existing systems to identify and resolve architecture, performance, or security issues.
· Maintain documentation and ensure solutions align with enterprise IT and cybersecurity standards.
Requirements
Do you have experience in Wireshark?, · TOGAF® (The Open Group Architecture Framework) - Enterprise Architecture
· Certified Information Systems Architect (CISA) or CITA-Professional (IASA Global)
· One or more Cloud Architecture Certifications, such as:
o AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
o Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
o Google Professional Cloud Architec
· Programming Languages & Frameworks:
o .NET / .NET Core
o Web API 2.0
o Java
o JavaScript, jQuery, React
o HTML5, Bootstrap
· Server & Infrastructure:
o Web Servers: IIS, Apache, WAMP
o OS: Windows Server, Linux (various distros)
o SSO Integration: Okta, SAML
· Databases & Tools:
o Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL
o SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Developer
· Testing & Network Tools:
o Postman (API testing)
o Wireshark (Network traffic analysis)
Preferred Skills & Attributes:
· Deep understanding of criminal justice and public safety systems, including integrations with federal (e.g., FBI/NDEX) and state-level law enforcement systems.
· Experience in government or regulated environments with complex compliance requirements.
· Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
· Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
· Ability to lead technical teams and mentor junior developers and engineers.
· Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented with a strong analytical mind.
Benefits & conditions
3.63.6 out of 5 stars Maryland Remote $80 - $90 an hour - Contract