FY27: IT Technology Architect, Department of Cybersecurity & Technology Infrastructure, 8 hrs/12 mos, Ad closes 8/14/26

Under general direction of the director in the Department of Cybersecurity and Technology Infrastructure (DCTI) , the IT Technology Architect designs and implements privacy-by-design principles into all application and system architectures that handle student and staff data. The architect ensures compliance with relevant data privacy regulations, such as FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act), COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act), and other state-specific educational data privacy laws such as Maryland's Student Data Privacy Act (MODPA), throughout the data lifecycle. This includes conducting Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new educational technologies and providing architectural recommendations to mitigate privacy risks. Conducts assessments and implements best practices (e.g., Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)) for cost optimization. Manages and collaborates with IT security to enforce security and audit controls. Develops and maintains comprehensive architectural documentation, including roadmaps, blueprints for district-wide systems, and design specifications, and ensures capabilities are met. Collaborates with cross-functional teams for technical and functional requirements for architectural designs. Provides expert-level support for enterprise-wide technology applications and platforms. Employs a multi-discipline approach to requirements gathering, solutions engineering, reliability, resiliency, solutions development, research and development integration, test and evaluation, maintainability and analysis across application architectures. Assists with the design, implementation, maintenance, and day-to-day operations of enterprise-wide systems; performs project management as the lead technical expert for a specific program area; and performs related duties, as required or assigned. Prepares and reviews Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) responses to identify new technologies. Establishes and maintains vendor relationships and works with contracted personnel. Defines and documents repeatable processes and procedures for transitioning new technologies and integrating new applications into the current infrastructure. Identifies, troubleshoots, researches, and resolves routine issues on varied systems, platforms, and applications to ensure system security, confidentiality compatibility, and functionality according to policies, procedures, and regulations. Physical Demands: None Special Requirements: None

Job Specific Information

Applicants who meet the minimum position requirements based on their submitted materials will be contacted for an assessment prior to interviews being held. GRADE 27 The wage range for this position is between $45.14 and $65.91 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Job Grade

27

Organization

Offices

Primary Location

Gaithersburg

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

12

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Aug 5, 2026, 3:07:22 PM

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Can demonstrate knowledge of standard computer and network operating systems, protocols, and software with advanced proficiency in using standard and ad hoc applications; knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, educational technology requirements; ability to determine priorities, allocate resources, manage projects, measure and analyze results; and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to leverage software development and industry standard solutions to automate tasks required. Understands the relationships between components within the solution as well as with non-solution components. Demonstrated proficiency in designing and implementing comprehensive frameworks and processes (e.g., ALM), ideally within an organization with diverse user groups. Experience mapping system requirements to architecture and conducting configuration management of system configurations. Proficient with the development of technical specifications, interface control documents, integration plans and schedules, interservices support agreements, system behavior diagrams, sequence diagrams, and network diagrams. Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps) and extensive experience with ALM various tools and platforms. In-depth knowledge of governance frameworks and best practices (e.g., TOGAF, ITIL), with a proven ability to coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders, including non-technical users. Knowledge in data privacy principles and regulations specific to education (e.g., FERPA, COPPA, CIPA) and experience with � � �privacy enhancing technologies (PETs) and secure coding practices. Proficient in designing secure and scalable cloud-based architectures (e.g., Azure � � , AWS), with a solid understanding of network security, identity and access management, and data encryption techniques. Ability to write and code custom reports for various education tools. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic educational environment. Considerable knowledge of enterprise systems architecture, Windows/Linux/Unix Server environments, cloud services, hybrid cloud design, virtualization platforms, enterprise storage, backup and recovery solutions, disaster recovery, threat intelligence, infrastructure automation, configuration management, patch management, monitoring, identity and access management, server security controls, infrastructure automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevOps methodologies, cloud engineering practices and systems lifecycle management. Demonstrated ability to architect and implement automated enterprise infrastructure solutions using scripting, configuration management, orchestration, and Infrastructure as Code technologies to support hybrid Windows Server and Microsoft Azure environments, improve operational efficiency, reduce manual administration, enforce configuration standards, and accelerate infrastructure modernization initiatives. Supporting Services Professional Growth System-Employees must demonstrate the following Core Competencies: commitment to students, knowledge of job, professionalism, interpersonal and communication and organizational skills, and problem-solving competencies. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE; CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technology field. A minimum of six years of experience in technology, with at least three years in an architectural role focusing on enterprise-level systems, is required. Experience managing enterprise technology security, upgrades, and maintenance; implementing and monitoring complex �applications; responding to issues in a timely manner; preventing client impacts by adhering to SLAs; maintaining and documenting versioning controls and system performance degradation. Experience in working with complex and custom enterprise legacy systems and cloud platforms. Experience with managing a mixture of legacy code and modern technology. Experience in working with remote contracting teams. Experience in creating technology workflow diagrams and gathering business functional and technical requirements. Experience writing and maintaining scripts for infrastructure automation. Experience in authentication, authorization, and rostering (i.e., LDAP, SAML, OAuth, and others). Proficient in Puppet, Ansible, Terraform, GIT, PowerBI, Python, and/or SQL preferred. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.��Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert, VMware Certified Professional, ITIL 4, Project Management Professional, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Information Security Manager, or other relevant cloud, orchestration, automation, systems administration, cybersecurity, architecture, or project management certifications.