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About this Cloud Architect - Information Technology Division role at State of North Carolina

State of North Carolina · Onsite · Wake County, NC

Agency

Office of the State Auditor

Division

Administration

Job Classification Title

Cloud Architect (NS)

Position Number

65043980

Grade

DT12

About Us

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is your fiscal watchdog. We audit more than $100 billion in state assets and liabilities each year, bringing transparency to local, state, and federal government. Our reports and findings include recommendations that result in good government reforms. OSA thoroughly investigates alleged cases of fraud, waste, and abuse of taxpayer dollars, working with law enforcement on prosecution when warranted.

Description of Work

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking a Cloud Architect to serve on within our Information Technology Division. In this role, you will get the opportunity to develop and maintain cloud architecture standards, reference designs, solution patterns, and technical roadmaps that support secure and scalable agency systems.

As part of our team, you will get to:
Design cloud environments, workloads, integrations, and platform services
Establish and promote governance practices for cloud resource provisioning, security baselines, access management, tagging, monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, and lifecycle controls
Evaluate architectural risks, cost drivers, operational impacts, and compliance considerations
Consult with managers, analysts, developers, infrastructure staff, vendors, and business stakeholders to translate business needs into feasible cloud architecture options
Review proposed technical solutions, integration approaches, migration plans, and vendor designs for alignment with agency standards and enterprise architecture direction

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $105,341 - $184,345

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to evaluate existing systems and recommend cloud migration, modernization, integration, and optimization approaches

  • Knowledge of cloud security, identity and access management, network segmentation, data protection, monitoring, and compliance requirements for enterprise environments

  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences and promote consistent architecture practices across agency technology initiatives

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment. 

OSA is the state’s Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. 

Learn more about our office here! Why Work for the NC Office of The State Auditor?

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including:

  • Work-Life Balance:

    • 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off

    • Generous paid time off each year

  • Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options

  • Enrollment in the state's pension plan and options for additional supplemental savings

  • An opportunity to work with a team of professionals to make a difference in state government

  • If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more

Supplemental and Contact Information

  • The Office of the State Auditor uses the Merit-Based Recruitment & Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) with highly qualified individuals.

  • In order to receive credit for work history and credentials you must complete the online application completely. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. 

  • You can attach resumes, cover letters, reference information as supplemental information, but this will NOT be used in lieu of a completed state application.

  • If you have earned a foreign degree, an official evaluation for United States equivalency is required and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification purposes. 

    • The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members

  • Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists. 


 The Office of the State Auditor is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

  • Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.

  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

  • If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.

  • It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of the State Auditor that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment.  We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).  

  • Office of the State Auditor is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.  However, we are not able to sponsor visas at this time.

  • Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Office of the State Auditor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:

Office of the State Auditor (OSA)

Division of Human Resources

Email: [email protected]


Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.


A bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive IT experience including four years of experience related to cloud architecture design and/or implementation

OR

An associate degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and seven years of progressive IT experience including five years of experience related to cloud architecture design and/or implementation

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Olivia Ann Gillespie

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]

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This role pays $144,843/yrbelow the typical range for Cloud Architect roles.

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About State of North Carolina

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website . Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coas

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