The Bureau of IT Application and Platform Engineering is seeking a talented Solution Architect to join our team. We are committed to providing high-quality, customized software solutions and database administration/advisory services that align with the agency's strategic goals and public health vision. The candidate will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing innovative IT solutions that address our business challenges. You will work closely with stakeholders and technical teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: -Solution Design: Design and document technical solutions, including system architecture, data flows, and integration points. Develop end-to-end Azure-based solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Requirement Analysis: -Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements. -Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications Technology Evaluation: -Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI and cloud computing, to identify opportunities for innovation. Implementation Oversight: -Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring solutions align with architectural standards. Problem-Solving: -Identify and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring seamless solution delivery. Documentation: -Create clear and concise technical documentation to support solution design and implementation. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and business stakeholders, to ensure alignment and effective communication. Architecture Governance: -Establish and enforce architecture standards, best practices, and guidelines for Azure solutions. PREFERRED SKILLS: -Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. -Minimum of 6 years of experience with programming languages, databases, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). -3+ years as a Solution Architect with a focus on Microsoft Azure solutions. -Proficiency in cloud engineering principles, DevOps practices, and automation tools. -Familiarity with IT architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF). -Extensive knowledge of Azure services such as Azure DevOps, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Virtual Machines, and Azure Storage. -Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. -Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. -Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams. -Experience with hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-premises and Azure services. -Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power BI, Power Automate). -Understanding of AI, machine learning technologies, and modern application development. Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/) -Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: oa premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. oadditional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. oa public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. oa tax-deferred savings program and oa robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. -Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. -Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. CYBER SECURITY ANALYST - 13633 Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree, from an accredited college including or supplemented by twenty-four (24) semester credits in cyber security, network security, computer science, computer programming, computer engineering, information technology, information science, information systems management, network administration, or a pertinent scientific, technical or related area; or 2. A four-year high school diploma or its equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and three years of satisfactory experience in any of the areas described in "1" above; or 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2", above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience in "2" above on the basis that sixty (60) semester credits from an accredited college is equated to one year of experience. In addition, twenty-four (24) credits from an accredited college or graduate school in cyber security, network security, computer science, computer programming, computer engineering, information technology, information science, information systems management, network administration, or a pertinent scientific, technical or related area; or a certificate of at least 625 hours in computer programming from an accredited technical school (post high school), may be substituted for one year of experience.