Enterprise Architect

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Functional Title: Enterprise Architect 
Job Title: Systems Analyst VI 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICE 
Posting Number: 9191 
Closing Date: 12/11/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27 
Salary Range: $7,015.16 - $11,250.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 60% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 0171,8848,8858,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,255S,25B,25D,25H,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,CTI,CTM,CTR,CYB10,CYB11 
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Brief Job Description:

The Enterprise Architect focuses on the development of HHS business, application, information, solutions and technology roadmaps for the office of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This position requires understanding of the primary Health and Human Services (HHS) business processes, technical aspects of all enterprise architecture domains, various enterprise architecture disciplines including cloud, business, infrastructure, applications, data and security with infrastructure and technology experience around business, information, applications and technology, etc. This position determines priority business needs and provides specific solutions and technologies for the development and implementation of strategic initiatives of the HHS enterprise.

The Enterprise Architect leads initiatives using project management best practices and industry architecture frameworks. The Enterprise Architect leads design efforts, defines end-to-end architecture, oversees and performs research studies and presentations that include recommendations, and instructions for proposed implementations; formulating logical descriptions of problems; and recommending optimum solutions. This position requires someone with proven industry experience working with a significant degree of creativity and independence.

The Enterprise Architect works with other IT groups in defining architectures, leading projects that cross functional agency systems and other state entities that require coordinating, planning, and scheduling during project transition, development and implementation stages. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. 

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Serves as Enterprise Architect for defining enterprise portfolio roadmaps that meet specific business needs. Conducts and oversees studies and the preparation of initiative reports that include study findings, presentations, recommendations, and instructions for proposed system implementations; formulates logical descriptions of problems; and devises and implements optimum solutions. Performs highly advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) computer systems analysis work. Work involves planning and analyzing user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing systems. Prepare As-Is, To Be, Gap analysis, SWOTs, charts, diagrams, and tables that depict the present and proposed systems in terms of costs, benefits derived, and tasks accomplished. Plans and schedules studies and system implementations. (25%)

Drives and leads initiatives that cross functional agency systems, other IT groups and other state entities that require coordinating, planning, and scheduling during project development and implementation stages. Provides the options in the determination and implementation of architectural solutions. Provides the design and implementation of new or revised methods that effectively meet agency business needs. (25%).

Evaluates current and future solutions, applications, technologies and establish overall requirements and planning objectives. Provides expertise in the development of and/or develops agency Information Technology (IT) operations and management information system plans. Oversees the development, analysis, and revision of design procedures, program codes, test procedures, and quality standards. (15%).

Plays a critical role in translating business strategy into technical strategy and defines end-to-end technology architectures that support the strategy. Provides Architectural expertise on strategic planning actions and policy decisions related to the agency’s systems and makes recommendations concerning the direction of the agency’s computer and management information systems. Analyzes and defines agency disaster recovery responsibilities and procedures. (15%).

Articulates desired future state, understand the current state, identify gaps between the two states, and develop approaches to close these gaps. Collaborates with HHS IT groups on recommendations. Assists in the preparation of information technology planning and justification. Coordinating and solving problems; in developing or revising program code; in scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing programs. Analyzes systems and procedures; to write and revise standards and procedures; to handle multiple projects; to communicate effectively. (10%)

Performs other duties as assigned (10%) 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge

• Knowledge of cloud technologies, understanding of IaaS, PaaS and SaaS

• Knowledge of emerging solutions, applications and technologies, critical thinking and communication skills

• Knowledge of existing and emerging solutions, applications and technologies and how they can best be implemented to support the business drivers for the HHS enterprise

• Knowledge of technological advancements and the ability to apply such knowledge to foster innovation.

• Knowledge of Texas legislative process and experience working with the Texas legislature.

• Understanding of state and federal health and human services regulations, particularly related to IT.

Skills

• Skill in attention to detail

• Skill in effective written and oral communication

• Skill in effective leadership and decision-making

• Skill in analysis and interpretation of large, complex IT/technology products and services

• Skill in influencing, negotiation, mediation, and problem resolution

Understanding of both current and emerging technologies, with a focus on their practical applications in professional environments.

• Ability to comprehend and apply current and developing technologies effectively within relevant projects.

• Competence in identifying and utilizing both current and emerging technologies for practical implementation.

Abilities

• Ability to direct and organize program activities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities under pressure

• Ability to work occasional overtime and a flexible schedule as needed to meet work objectives and deadlines

• Ability to establish and evaluate program policies, procedures, goals and objectives that support the strategic plan

• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions

• Ability to coordinate multiple assignments, organize and set priorities, and meet deadlines

• Ability to logically assemble and evaluate information

• Ability to prepare concise reports and analyze complex information

• Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, staff and others

• Ability to organize complex technology solutions, that include specific technology deliverables, roadmaps, timelines, operational requirements and budgets impacts

• Ability to create cloud base architectural patterns and solutions at an enterprise level 

• Ability to interpret laws governing health and human services, with experience in the Texas legislative process.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Cloud Architecture or Engineering Certifications Preferred 

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Administration (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business or a related field is preferred. Experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

10+ years of IT experience within global IT environments including cloud and third-party outsourced components.

5+ years of experience architecting, engineering, supporting or developing enterprise IT solutions in hosted and cloud environment preferred.

Hands on experience and current skills in two or more areas: System Engineering, DevOps, Security, Networking, Application Development, Data Intelligence, Infrastructure Services, or Database preferred.

Experience with Agile, ITIL and TOGAF frameworks preferred.

Experience with at least three of the following domains: cloud, analytics, data management, infrastructure, access channels, security, applications, software engineering, networking, or systems integration preferred.

5+ years of experience as an Architect is preferred.

Experience with wireless communications, network security, voice and data networking systems is preferred. 

Additional Information:

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

• Selected candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

• This is a hybrid position based in Austin with at least three (3) days in the office required. Selected candidate must be willing to commute to the office on the required days. 

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.