Enterprise Architect 3

Solicitation Reference Number Customer Name Texas Health and Human Services Commission Category Applications / Software Development Customer Entity Name Health and Human Services Commission Title Enterprise Architect Level Enterprise Architect Posted Date / / Estimated Hours SSR Status Posted Number of Positions Status New of Resumes Allowed Candidates Submitted Full / Part Time Full Time SSR Cancellation Date Suggested Title Suggested NTE SSR Type Resume

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES

IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)

Solicitation Reference Number : Working Title : Enterprise Architect Title / Level : Enterprise Architect Category : Applications / Software Development Full Time

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of Enterprise Architect , hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Enterprise Architect , Applications / Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission .

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Level Description

or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, may lead and direct the work of others, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Job Description

Responsible for translating the client's business requirements into specific systems, applications or process designs with interlocked financial modeling for very large complex technical solutions. Analyzes customer service requirements and designs service solutions to meet those objectives. Primary expert to construct the specific solution, scope document, risk profile, and corresponding financials. Maintains and utilizes detailed industry and internal services knowledge in the construction of industry-leading services solutions, including expert working level knowledge of the processes, technologies, and people components involved in the services arena. Uses expertise to construct specific and detailed solutions that encompass process, technology, and staffing plans for customer sales opportunities. Constructs risk assessments and corresponding remediation plans relative to complex services proposals. Participates in the construction of detailed financial models that align with complex services proposals. Composes Statement of Work or other documents, using departmental automation tools as available, to craft detailed and accurate deliverables that specify processes, technology, staffing, and project management involved in proposed services solutions. As needed, provide a "trusted expert advisor " role as a Subject Matter Expert for technical services, to both internal and external customers, ranging from formal advice to internal and external customer presentations. Follow all organizational Standard Operating Procedures relative to cost modeling, approvals and reviews, and all other associated workflow and deliverables.

Additional job details and special considerations

The Enterprise Architect role oversees the technical roadmap for the HHSC Salesforce org. This position will work with other Salesforce Architects within the team to ensure that solutions are aligned with Salesforce best practices, adopt a low-code approach where appropriate, and leverage rd party solutions appropriately. A thorough understanding of design principles, principles of software architecture as well the Salesforce platform is a must. The position will work on a number of deliverables and projects. The primary deliverables will be to provide architecture / design documentation where the design aligns with non-functional requirements, Salesforce best practices, HHSC security principles, DIR, and minimize custom development. In addition, this position will be assigned development, administrative, or other hands-on deliverables and provide results at a level of quality that meets or exceeds other individuals within the team. A successful individual will have deep knowledge of the Salesforce platform, will be able to provide development deliverables where required as well as be available / for on-call support of the HHSC Salesforce applications. This position will require the ability to work extended hours as needed, vacations will be limited based on the needs of the agency, and the ability to come into the office as needed for in-person meetings with - days' notice.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements :

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills / experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required / Preferred Experience Required Experience with Enterprise and Software engineering using a recognized approach such as SEI or TOGAF. Required Experience creating required architecture views, documenting non-functional requirements, implementation oversight, and participating in design reviews. Required Experience as an Enterprise or Software Architect for systems implemented in Salesforce. Required Experience integrating data, applications, services and technologies into a Salesforce solution including MuleSoft. Including integrating non-SF applications (integration of REST APIs), data migration and dataset initiation. Required Experience as an Enterprise or Software Architect for systems implemented in Salesforce delivering low-code solutions that minimize customized code while delivering functionality in line with Functional and Non-Functional requirements. Required Experience is overseeing and providing guidance in troubleshooting and solving complex problems related to system software and hardware incident and problem calls and recommending technology solutions. Required Experience managing, maintaining, and overseeing the support of Salesforce Orgs and its environments. Implement and improve security policies and practices. Required Experience including integrating non-Salesforce applications and services. Including Integration of REST APIs, Visualforce, LWC, Aura, Apex, HTML, and JavaScript within the Salesforce. Including data migration and dataset initiation. Preferred Experience in Salesforce implementation and development and in writing Apex programming, Visual force pages, Apex triggers, Aura Components, lightning web components. Preferred Knowledge in implementing solutions using configurations (no-code) such as Flows, process builders, and workflow Rules, etc. Preferred Agile Software Development Methodologies Experience Preferred Experience in Cloud Architecture – Azure, AWS, etc.

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start / / and are expected to complete by / / . Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and / or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission . Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from : AM to : PM , excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at W st Street, Austin, TX . The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework . Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and / or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and / or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission .

V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

HHSC MAX NTE Rate : $ for this position TERM OF SERVICE Services are expected to start on or around April , and are expected to completed by August , . Total estimated hours per candidate shall not exceed hours for FY.

Initial Purchase Order Term :

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

Renewal Option(s) :

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from : through : , excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.

B) The primary work location will be W st Street, Austin, Texas .

Position is ONSITE at the location listed above (NO REMOTE WORK). Program will only accept LOCAL ONLY candidates for this position.

Position will be day(Thursdays) remote and days on-site at the location listed above. Program will only allow candidates who are LOCAL TO THE AUSTIN AREA ONLY.

Please do not submit candidates who are currently out of state and are planning to move to Texas. Candidates must already reside in Texas.

C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and / or living expenses shall be at the worker's and / or Vendor's expense.

D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to percent of the time.

E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Interviews will be conducted : (check all that apply)

☐ By Phone

☐ In person

☒ Through Microsoft Teams

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

A vendor's submission of a candidate may be disqualified if :

The vendor fails to add the candidate to competitive solicitation, or RFR, in the DIR ITSAC Portal. Another vendor submits the same candidate for the same competitive solicitation, also known as a request of resume (RFR). The vendor submits more than one candidate for the same competitive solicitation, or RFR. The vendor submits a candidate after the response period for a competitive solicitation, or RFR. The vendor fails to format the email subject line properly, when submitting a candidate for a competitive solicitation, or RFR :

• Proper Formatting : Solicitation Number, Vendor Name, Candidate First and Last Name, Position Type and Level
• Example : , Sanders Technologies, Jane Doe, Project Lead

The vendor fails to follow any other instructions noted in the competitive solicitation, or RFR.

Initial Purchase Order Term :

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

Renewal Option(s) :

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.