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# Applications Systems Manager II - EHRA

- **Company:** The State Of North Carolina
- **Location:** Wake County, NC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $105,341.0 - $184,345.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Collaborative Software, Computer Programming, Databases, Database Development, Document Management Systems, Systems Analysis, IT Management, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Cloud Migration
- **Published:** October 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9b0f163ce940a9af

## About the Role

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or other related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and six years progressive experience including at least three years of experience in supervisory capacity

OR

Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or other related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and seven years progressive experience including at least three years of experience in supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

## Description

The Applications Systems Manager II leads a diverse team responsible for enterprise applications, databases, cloud solutions, Geographical Information System technologies, records management systems, and IT project delivery. This position provides strategic leadership and technical direction for technology services that support approximately 1,700 employees across 11 divisions.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven technology leader to shape enterprise architecture, modernize critical systems, develop high-performing teams, and help define the department's technology roadmap. Serving as both a people leader and Department of Environmental Quality's senior applications and solutions architect, this role works closely with executive leadership, business partners, technical teams, vendors, and external stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions.

What You'll Do:

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of 12 professionals, including database administrators, analysts, and technical specialists.

Guide enterprise application, database, cloud, and collaboration platform strategy.

Drive digital transformation, cloud modernization, and application modernization initiatives.

Establish technology governance, architecture standards, and operational priorities.

Advise executive leadership on technology investments, risks, and opportunities.

Partner with stakeholders across the organization to deliver business-focused technology solutions.

About the Division:

Department of Information Technology - Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) provides IT leadership, services, and consultation to DEQ Administration, Offices, and all DEQ Divisions. The Department of Environmental Quality Application & Database Development team provides IT leadership, development services, and consultation to the DEQ's management and staff for enterprise applications and database solutions. The team provides systems analysis and programming expertise in the development and support of these enterprise information systems. Responsibilities include all aspects of application development, analysis, design, programming, testing, implementation, training, and support.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

The following Management Preference is not required, but applicants that possess this skill is preferred:

 * Experience in enterprise technology leadership, cloud and on-premises architecture, application modernization, database technologies, strategic planning, workforce development, and organizational change