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# Infrastructure Architect

- **Company:** California Department of Public Health
- **Location:** Sacramento County, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $114,084.0 - $152,880.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Centers, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Software Architecture, Cloud Services, HybridCloud, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=529587

## About the Role

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time., In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

 * Extensive project experience architecting, documenting, migrating and deploying cloud- based solutions.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication, time management, presentation, and organizational skills.
 * Hands-on, technical subject matter expert with the ability to propose, present and influence architectural design ideas to executives and technical management and work with customers' developers, architects, and technical management. · Identify key trends and emerging technologies that can enhance or impact the solution architecture to maximize the value of CDT Cloud offerings.
 * Extensive knowledge and practical application experience working in advanced software defined networks concepts, Cloud computing, and Platform as a Service methodology.
 * Strong creative ability demonstrated with an exceptional track record of innovation and hybrid cloud strategy generation.
 * Ability to support a culture of idea generation/thought leadership.

## Description

Under the administrative direction of the Information Technology Manager II (IT Mgr II), the Information Technology Specialist III (IT Spec III) serves as the Platform Architecture lead at the mastery level in the evaluation and selection of technology standards and governance processes. The IT Spec Ill ensures cloud solutions and network management are in alignment with Infrastructure Services group and department strategic goals and objectives. The IT Spec Ill will work collaboratively with internal California Department of Technology (CDT) Information Technology (IT) personnel within the Infrastructure Services group and other Service Areas to ensure CDT develops cost-effective solutions to meet customers' business requirements and align solutions with CDT service offerings. The IT Spec Ill will also participate in the modernization of the statewide technology systems through the development of processes and policies surrounding Infrastructure and Cloud architecture. They will serve as
a key advisor to infrastructure architecture practices and methodologies to the Data Center cloud architecture community. The IT Spec Ill is responsible for providing expert technical and architectural consultation by advising the IT Mgr II's and Infrastructure Services Deputy Director in the development, maintenance and organization of the state's data center infrastructure, and cloud IT architecture framework and associated policies, standards, and governance methods. Implementation of this framework methodology requires unique mastery-level skills that demands the ability to direct and advise cloud architecture and data center technical network teams to effectively develop technology solutions that strategically align with its business vision.

The IT Spec Ill is responsible for the development and implementation of the cloud and network infrastructure services framework and methodology and alignment with the Office of Technology's(OTech).infrastructure Services. The IT Spec Ill makes recommendations to the IT Mgr II and executives on Infrastructure and cloud policies, compliance, and on current and new cloud, infrastructure, data center and network IT developments and State network. The IT Spec Ill works with organizations' functional areas, as well as stakeholders, which include but are not limited to departments' and agencies' cloud architects and engineers, vendors, and partners. With IT constantly changing, the IT Spec Ill will stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and information that can affect the cloud and network management culture. At the mastery-level, the IT Spec Ill maintains first-rate architectural, pioneering, and presentation skills for creative facilitation, organization, and reporting. Collaborates and
leads project support teams to facilitate and implement infrastructure network and cloud IT initiatives and processes to achieve strategic goals and business objectives for CDT and other state agencies and departments., * Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

 * May be required to travel to various offices and locations throughout the State and surrounding areas to provide client services and attend meetings, conferences and training.
 * May be required to travel via private or public transportation including overnight lodging.
 * May be required to carry a mobile device and be available by phone and/or email.
 * May be required to work outside of normal business hours; periodic off-shift and weekend work.
 * Works in an office environment operating a laptop, keyboard, mouse, monitor(s) and printers under non-natural lighting for prolonged periods.
 * Must maintain consistent, predictable attendance.Professional business attire may be required., The California Department of Technology (CDT) is the guardian of public data, a leader in information technology (IT) services and solutions and has broad responsibility and authority over all aspects of technology in California state government, including policy formation, interagency coordination, IT project oversight, information security, technology service delivery, and advocacy.

As an industry leader, we are committed to partnering with state and local government and educational entities to deliver digital services, develop innovative and responsive solutions for business needs, and provide quality assurance for state government IT projects and services. Our success and legacy of service is reliant upon our highly talented, dedicated, and diverse workforce, for it is our individual cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities that spark our collaborative strength and innovative approach to serving the State of California.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Telework
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given. Pursuant to Executive Order, effective July 1, 2025, employees in this position will be required to report to the work site a minimum of two (2) days per week, increasing to four (4) days per week effective July 1, 2026. The specific on-site days will be determined by the department based on operational requirements., 2. Describe your experience architecting enterprise cloud solutions. How did your architectural decisions align with organizational goals for this position.

 3. Describe your experience designing, implementing, and governing enterprise-level cloud, compute, and storage solutions.
 4. Describe your experience evaluating and recommending emerging cloud and infrastructure technologies. How did you assess their organizational impact.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 9/5/2026

Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.


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