Are you a forward-thinking IT professional with a passion for innovation and architectural excellence? We’re seeking a high-impact Technical Solutions Architect to lead technology strategy, infrastructure planning, and enterprise system design for one of the most mission-driven teams in the state. In this role, you’ll do more than architect systems—you’ll empower human services across Kansas through secure, modern, and sustainable solutions.
You’ll be a trusted advisor at the table with leadership, ensuring that every major system design and integration supports real-world outcomes. This is your opportunity to leave a legacy—not just code.
Duties
- Design & Document Solutions: Architect enterprise-level systems and integration strategies that align with agency objectives and modernization goals.
- Lead Strategic Planning: Evaluate business needs, assess existing systems, and drive development of scalable, secure, and sustainable IT solutions.
- Facilitate Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders across departments to ensure alignment, minimize risk, and optimize user experience.
- Governance & Best Practices: Oversee implementation of architectural standards, including security, testing, documentation, and compliance protocols.
Qualifications
- Extensive Experience: 10+ years of enterprise architecture and infrastructure planning, with 14+ years total in IT environments.
- Strong Technical Background: Skilled in modern development tools (e.g., SQL, Visual Studio), data integration, system modeling, and Windows Server platforms.
- Business & Soft Skills: Proven ability to translate technical concepts into business value; excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Education & Clearance Ready: Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field or equivalent experience; must be eligible for SSA/IRS federal security clearance and reside within 1 hour of Topeka, KS.
