NYS DOL HBITS-08- 14962 Expert Systems Architect

Voyatek is seeking applicants to occupy the position of Expert Systems Architect within our team. This position is a direct-hire opportunity with Voyatek. We are not accepting third-party agency submissions, staffing firm candidates, or C2C arrangements for this position. An applicant must be currently authorized to work in the United States without an employer-sponsored visa., This position will assist in support of the Department of Labor’s (DOL) operational functions which include design, implementation, management of solutions, and support of the new Unemployment Insurance System. The consultant will work closely with clients to understand their business needs, architect robust solutions, and provide guidance and support. Daily tasks include, but are not limited to:

1. Solution Design and Architecture: * Designing scalable, reliable, and secure cloud architectures on GCP that meet business requirements. * Selecting appropriate GCP services (e.g., Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Cloud SQL, Cloud Functions, etc.) for specific use cases. * Creating high-level and detailed technical designs, including network topology, data flow, security controls, and disaster recovery strategies. * Ensuring architectural best practices are followed, such as cost optimization, performance tuning, and adherence to industry standards.

2. Technical Guidance: * Providing guidance to development and operations teams. * Mentoring junior engineers and sharing expertise on GCP services and cloud architecture. * Collaborating with stakeholders, including business analysts, project managers, and other technical teams, to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

3. Implementation and Deployment: * Overseeing the implementation and deployment of cloud solutions on GCP. * Developing and managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Cloud Deployment Manager. * Configuring and managing GCP services, including virtual machines, containers, databases, and networking components. * Implementing CI/CD pipelines for automated application deployment and management.

4. Security and Compliance: * Designing and implementing robust security measures on GCP, including identity and access management (IAM), network security, data encryption, and threat detection. * Ensuring solutions comply with relevant industry regulations and compliance standards (e.g., Pub 1075, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS). * Working with authorized security teams on conducting security reviews and vulnerability assessments.

5. Performance Optimization and Cost Management: * Monitoring the performance of cloud applications and infrastructure. * Identifying and implementing performance optimizations. * Developing strategies for cost management and optimization on GCP, including resource rightsizing, reserved instances, and cost allocation.

6. Troubleshooting and Support: * Diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues related to GCP services and cloud applications. * Providing ongoing support and maintenance for deployed solutions. * Participating in on-call rotations for critical incidents.

7. Documentation: * Creating and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation for architectures, designs, and implementations., * * 60 months of experience Providing technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams. Mentoring junior engineers and sharing expertise on GCP services and cloud architecture. Collaborating with stakeholders, including business analysts, project managers, and other technical teams, to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. * * 84 months of experience Diagnosing and resolving technical issues related to GCP services and cloud applications. * * Providing ongoing support and maintenance for deployed solutions. * * Participating in on-call rotations for critical incidents. * * 60 months of experience Creating and maintaining technical documentation for architectures, designs, and implementations.

• • 84+ months: Candidate is able to provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the top of his/her field., * * 72 months of experience in the Design and architect solutions tailored to client-specific requirements, designing scalable, reliable, and secure cloud architectures on GCP. This includes selecting appropriate GCP services for specific use cases. Creating high-level and detailed technical designs, including network topology, data flow, security controls, and disaster recovery strategies.
• • Ensuring architectural best practices are followed, such as cost optimization, performance tuning, and adherence to industry standards.
• • 84 months of experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services including overseeing the implementation and deployment of cloud solutions on GCP. Development and management of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Cloud Deployment Manager. Configuring and managing GCP services, including virtual machines, containers, databases, and networking components.
• • Implementing CI/CD pipelines for automated application deployment and management.
• • 84 months of experience Designing and implementing robust security measures on GCP, including identity and access management (IAM), network security, data encryption, and threat detection. Ensuring solutions comply with relevant industry regulations and compliance standards (e.g., Pub 1075, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS). Working with authorized security teams on conducting security reviews and vulnerability assessments.
• • 84 months of experience Monitoring the performance of cloud applications and infrastructure.
• • Identifying and implementing performance optimizations.
• • Developing strategies for cost management and optimization on GCP, including resource rightsizing, reserved instances, and cost allocation.

The wage range for this role reflects the wide array of factors considered in compensation decisions. These factors include, but are not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, licensure and certifications, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the unique facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the hourly range is $65.00 - $69.00.

At Voyatek, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Please note that eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on your role and employment status.

• • Flexible Work Schedules
• • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• • Medical, Limited, & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contributions
• • Company-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• • Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• • Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• • Wellhub Fitness and Wellness Platform
• • Pet Insurance
• • Training Opportunities
• • Employee Referral Bonus Program

We are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both your personal and professional aspirations.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a compliant workplace, all final candidates will undergo and must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check. The background check may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant checks. Background check results will be evaluated in accordance with applicable law. For certain positions, additional client-specific background screenings may be required at the time of hire or in the future, in accordance with client requirements.

If you think you are a good fit for us, we encourage you to apply. Check out our career website for all open positions!

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Voyatek delivers outcome-driven technology solutions to public sector agencies and higher education institutions nationwide.

For example, our technology:

• • Facilitates access to nutritious food for children of mothers participating in the WIC program
• • Supports first responders in reducing opioid overdoses within their communities
• • Empowers colleges and universities to identify and thwart financial aid fraud
• • Equips teachers with valuable insights to identify students requiring additional support
• • Enhances efficiency for state tax agencies, leading to 99% faster return processing and quicker refunds for taxpayers

With a focus on Tax & Revenue, Health & Human Services, and Justice & Public Safety, Voyatek combines the scale to support large complex projects with the agility and accessibility of a boutique solutions provider. Together, Voyatek and its customers work to improve population wellbeing, create safer communities, and foster a thriving economy.

We’re more than a technology company – we’re an outcomes company.

We encourage our employees to think differently, ask tough questions, and relentlessly pursue what’s best for our customers and the residents they serve.

We believe that the value of technology is defined by its human impact. If you agree, you’ve come to the right place.