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Solicitation Reference Number
529400681
Customer Name
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Category
Applications/Software Development
Customer Entity Name
Health and Human Services Commission
Title
Cloud Solutions Architect
Level
Cloud Solutions Architect 2
Estimated Hours
2,000
Number of Positions
1
# of Resumes Allowed
1
Suggested Title
Suggested NTE
SSR Type
Resume
RFO
445
SOW Responses Submitted
IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)
RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445
Solicitation Reference Number: 529400681 Working Title: Cloud Solutions Architect 2 Title/Level: Cloud Solutions Architect 2 Category: Applications/Software Development Full Time
I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Cloud Solutions Architect 2, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Cloud Solutions Architect 2, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered “works made for hire ” and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
The cloud architect is responsible for the cloud computing initiatives within an organization and for directing the architectural aspects of a cloud brokering team across all aspects of IT and the business. Responsible for the planning and engineering of an organization’s cloud computing infrastructure and applications. Implements and designs hardware and software.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of cloud technology, including Software as Service (SaaS), Platform as Service (PaaS), or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
The Department of Information Resources (DIR) requires the services of One Cloud Solution Architect hereafter referred to as Worker, who meets the general qualification of Cloud Solutions Architect and the specifications outlined in this document for Health & Human Services Commission – Social Services Applications team. The Cloud Solution Architect will provide strategic guidance in the development process, make technical decisions regarding solutions and explain how they will impact the organization.
As part of HHSC IT Applications – Social Services Applications initiatives, the Cloud Solution Architect 2 will be responsible for:
•Plan and engineer organization’s cloud computing infrastructure and applications. Implements and designs infrastructure and software.
•Ensure HHSC best practices and methodologies are applied to the design, deployment, and operations in the cloud.
•Define and develop blueprints and roadmaps for building solutions in the cloud (preferably AWS)
•Develop roadmap for cloud monitoring, implementation, and strategy
•Ensure compliance with enterprise security configuration standards
•Work closely with other teams to ensure solutions are engineered and deployed meet business objectives and regulatory requirements.
•Provide cloud operational guidance both internal and external operation teams
•Investigate and provide feedback on new AWS services and solutions.
•Performing continuous research on emerging technologies to stay updated with the best alternatives, investigate and provide feedback on new services and solutions offered by the CSP
•Providing technical oversight, review, and quality control throughout the life cycle of the implementations
•Engaging with Cloud service provider around solving technical problems in the Cloud ecosystem
•Support DevOps functions to best utilize cloud resources with software configuration management and continuous integration tools.
The Cloud Solution Architect will perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in computer science, computer information systems, engineering, or management information systems is preferred.
Certification:
•Cloud Solutions Architect Certification
•Cloud Infrastructure Certifications
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years Required/Preferred Experience 7 Required Hands on experience in designing, executing, and supporting IT cloud solutions. 7 Required Experience with technical architecture, cloud platform development, cloud strategy, IT strategy, and infrastructure strategy 7 Required Hands-on development experience implementing applications utilizing any J2EE Application Server, Authentication and Authorization, Caching strategies 7 Required Hands-on programming experience in the following languages: Java, J2EE, HTML5, JavaScript, JQuery, AJAX, CSS3, Bootstrap, SASS, Angular, Typescript, Spring, Java Server Pages, JSON, XML, ES5/ES6, NPM, Maven and/or other UI frameworks/libraries. 7 Required Experience implementing Client-facing applications with responsive design and development 7 Required Experience implementing SPA (Single Page Applications) with JS or with libraries/frameworks like Angular 7 Required Experience in development of self-contained, reusable, and testable modules and components 7 Required Experience in Test-driven development and test creation using frameworks such as Katalon, Karma, Jasmine, Selenium 7 Required Experience developing, optimizing, and maintaining an enterprise-level Angular application including complete ownership of the front-end stack (JavaScript/Angular/HTML/CSS). 7 Required Experience with implementing the best practices in application design, performance, scalability, and maintainability. 7 Required Experience with deployment and orchestration technologies (such as Docker, Kubernetes, EKS, OpenShift) 7 Required Hands-on experience participating in all phases of Agile development 7 Required Experience with cloud technology, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). 7 Required Hands-on experience with adjacent technology areas including Security, Identity / Access Management and Monitoring. 7 Required Experience with virtualized environments (VMware vSphere 5.x) and knowledge of provisioning hardware, storage, resources, and configuration/administration, including high-availability and failover services for cloud infrastructure 7 Required Experience with state eligibility systems, either State of Texas or other states, experience in integration with Federal agencies (CMS, Federal Hub…) 7 Required Experience testing and Integration with CMS, SSA, Client, IRS and other third parties 6 Preferred Hands-on experience with IBM WebSphere Application Server 8 or later and JBOSS 6 Preferred Hands-on experience with CI/CD methodology 4 Preferred Hands-on development experience for mobile and tablet platforms
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 10/02/2023 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2000 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV.
WORK HOURS AND LOCATIOn
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.
The primary work location(s) will be at 1609 Centre Creek Dr. Suite 100, Austin, TX 78754. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate’s and/or Vendor’s expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s).
Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.
The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Services are expected to start 10/02/2023 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024 for FY24. Total estimated hours for Candidate shall not exceed 2000 hours for FY24. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
I. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
WORK HOURS AND LOCATION (Required)
A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency.
Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.
B) The primary work location will be at 1609 Centre Creek Dr., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78754.
C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker’s and/or Vendor’s expense.
D) The worker will work remotely.
E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.
II. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
o Candidates must be within the State of Texas. Out of State candidates will not be considered.
o Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)
oThrough Microsoft Teams
