Austin, TX
Systems Analyst - Solicitation# 529601584
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)

Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.
Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures supporting cloud transformation initiatives for the TEDS project. This role requires deep expertise in hybrid networking strategies, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises environments and cloud-native services.
Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity patterns to integrate existing on-prem data center networks with AWS services.
• Design secure, high-performance network architectures that meet compliance, governance, and business continuity requirements.
• Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to enable seamless migrations and optimize network operations.
• Establish network governance standards and best practices to support long-term growth and evolving enterprise needs.
• Ensure routing, segmentation, and security policies are aligned with enterprise architecture principles.
• Drive high availability and disaster recovery strategies for mission-critical workloads.

Position will be 2 days remote with 3 days (Mon, Wed, Thur) required to be onsite at the location listed above. ***Subject to change per manager***

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.
Actual Years Experience	Years Experience Needed	Required/ Preferred	Skills/Experience
	8	Required	Extensive experience in network architecture across AWS and on-premises environments.
	8	Required	Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), network segmentation, and firewall technologies.
	8	Required	Hands-on experience with hybrid connectivity solutions (VPN, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway).
	8	Required	Expertise in network security principles, including encryption, identity, and compliance frameworks.
	8	Required	Proficiency in high availability design, load balancing, and failover strategies.
	8	Required	Familiarity with network automation tools (Terraform, Ansible) and CI/CD integration for infrastructure.
	8	Preferred	Experience with multi-cloud networking (Azure, GCP) and cloud-native networking services.
	8	Preferred	Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and advanced security models.
	8	Preferred	Exposure to SD-WAN technologies and network observability tools (NetFlow, CloudWatch, Prometheus).
	8	Preferred	Understanding of cost optimization strategies for cloud networking.
	8	Preferred	Certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, Cisco CCNP/CCIE, or Azure Network Engineer Associate.

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