The DSHS Technology Innovation Administration's Integrated Eligibility and Enrollment (IE&E) Modernization Program is hiring a DSHS TIA IT Senior Cloud Network Architect/Engineer to join our Integrated Eligibility and Enrollment (IE&E) Modernization Program team. In this role, you will support the DSHS mission to transform lives and the WA State Health and Human Services (HHS) Enterprise Coalition goals of removing barriers to access for client benefits by leading and directing activities to redesign benefits access and service delivery through modernizing systems, policy simplification, and human-centered design efforts.
The IE&E Modernization Program is a multi-year effort under the leadership and governance of the Washington State Health and Human Services Enterprise Coalition (HHS Coalition). This position is a great opportunity to support DSHS' mission to Transform Lives as well as supporting HHS Coalition goals. Join our team and this high-visibility opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals committed to partnering with HHS Coalition organizations, community partners, and others to remove barriers that Washingtonians experience when accessing health and human services benefits.
As a Senior Cloud Network Architect/Engineer you will play a critical role in designing, developing, implementing, and managing sophisticated cloud-based systems to support the IE&E Cloud Platform and product initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of Azure networking services and solutions to build scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud environments. This role will work on the IE&E Platform team to enhance the operational efficiency and security of our cloud network infrastructure, specifically within Microsoft Azure.
Key Objectives of this position are:
Apply advanced knowledge in data connectivity to independently architect, design, and implement cloud networking solutions in Azure, on-premises, and to vendors and business partners. Work in tandem with our cloud solutions architect and engineering teams to identify and implement optimal network cloud-based solutions using Azure networking services such as Azure Virtual Network, Azure VPN Gateway, Azure Application Gateway, Private Endpoints, and Azure Firewall. Drive network automation and continuous service delivery and improvements through tools like Azure Automation and Azure DevOps. Implement network observability and monitoring using Azure Monitor, Azure Network Watcher, and Log Analytics. Perform problem isolation and resolution of network problems leveraging Azure diagnostics and troubleshooting tools. Assist in partner network integration testing and monitoring, ensuring seamless connectivity and compliance with security policies. Define and document best practices and strategies regarding cloud networking infrastructure, focusing on Azure's native capabilities. Provide guidance, leadership, and mentorship to development teams to build cloud networking competencies. Some of what you'll do
Independently design network topology and traffic flow for cloud-based systems based on micro-segmentation and zero trust models, utilizing Azure Virtual WAN and Azure Private Link. Create secure network designs that meet or exceed regulatory and organizational requirements, incorporating Azure Security Center recommendations. Design and implement load balancing and other network virtual appliances to meet the IE&E effort, using Azure Load Balancer and Azure Traffic Manager. Design and implement web application firewalls (WAF) for internet-facing applications in compliance with federal, state, and DSHS security rules, using Azure WAF on Application Gateway. Design and implement site-to-site VPN tunnels to vendors and state deployment needed to support IE&E efforts, leveraging Azure VPN Gateway. Design firewall zones, VLANs, and subnets based on organizational needs and federal, state, and DSHS requirements, using Azure Firewall and Azure Network Security Groups (NSGs). Gather system requirements working together with application architects and owners. Debug technical issues inside a complex deployment involving virtualization, containers, and microservices. Collaborate with the product engineering teams to enable their applications to run on cloud infrastructure. Assist with the creation of incident response procedures. What we're looking for
A bachelor's degree including 12 semester or 18 quarter hours of computer science courses OR seven (7) years of related professional experience that may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Seven (7) years of experience in supporting mission-critical infrastructure services such as routers, switches, firewalls, WAN circuits, IP subnetting at large government organizations with a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in Azure networking. At least four (4) years of experience in creating and maintaining enterprise-level conceptual and logical architectural technology models in the field of data and computer networking. At least four (4) years of experience in creating, implementing, and maintaining connectivity design to vendors and business partners. At least two (2) years of experience working with Azure policy and understanding of cloud governance. At least four (4) years of experience working in a large organization supporting multiple entities as an enterprise service provider. At least one (1) year of experience with Agile processes. Experience with networking and web standards such as DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, HTTP, web security mechanisms, proxies, and application delivery controllers. Experience in the State architecture review process. Microsoft or other industry-recognized certifications in routing, cloud security, or servers. Interested? Please include the following with your online application:
Resume Cover Letter Three Professional References Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
If you have questions about the application process, email the Recruiter, Chris Pulley at and reference job number 07250.
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