Applications Architect Intermediate

Position Title

Applications Architect

Organization

Florida Department of Health (DOH)
Office of Information Technology
Bureau of Enterprise Foundational Services
Cloud Support Team

Work Location

Florida Department of Health
Office of Information Technology
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Tallahassee, FL 32399

(Hybrid/on-site work as directed by the Department)

Position Summary

The Applications Architect provides enterprise-level architecture, engineering, and operational support for the Florida Department of Health s multi-cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, automation, security, optimization, and life-cycle management of cloud and on-premises platforms supporting the Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform (EDAP).

The Applications Architect works closely with cloud, data, analytics, and development teams to ensure secure, scalable, compliant, and cost-effective technology solutions aligned with Department standards, HIPAA, NIST, and Florida Administrative Code requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Architecture & Engineering

• Design, install, configure, and document enterprise server and cloud platform architectures across Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Architect and maintain Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.
• Design and maintain hybrid and multi-cloud integrations supporting enterprise data and analytics workloads.

Cloud Operations & Reliability

• Perform daily monitoring, health checks, and troubleshooting of cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
• Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, performance, and operational stability of enterprise systems.
• Support workload migrations and infrastructure modernization initiatives.

Identity, Security & Compliance

• Implement and manage identity and access controls using Azure Entra ID (Active Directory) and AWS IAM.
• Enforce security baselines including encryption, key management, role-based access control (RBAC), and policy enforcement.
• Ensure infrastructure compliance with HIPAA, NIST, and Florida Administrative Code 60GG-2.
• Adhere to all Department data security and confidentiality policies.

Networking

• Design and maintain cloud networking solutions including:
• Virtual networks and subnets
• VPNs
• Firewalls
• ExpressRoute and AWS Direct Connect
• Ensure secure, resilient connectivity between cloud and on-premises environments.

Automation & DevOps

• Design, implement, and maintain Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Develop and support CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure deployment, configuration, and compliance validation.
• Promote repeatable, scalable, and secure automation practices.

Data & Analytics Platform Support

• Integrate and support enterprise data tools and platforms including:
• Snowflake
• Databricks
• Informatica
• Dataiku
• Configure environments, security, and access controls across Azure and AWS.

Cost Optimization & Governance

• Develop and manage cloud tagging standards, cost optimization strategies, and chargeback models.
• Monitor cloud usage and spending to support fiscal accountability and governance.

Documentation & Collaboration

• Maintain architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and configuration standards.
• Provide knowledge transfer and technical guidance to Department staff.
• Participate in project meetings, change management, and governance processes.
• Provide regular written status updates to Department leadership.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience designing, implementing, and administering enterprise-scale cloud environments in Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS), including system architecture, security configuration, and environment maintenance.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience as an enterprise administrator in an on-premises Windows Server Domain infrastructure.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience managing Azure Entra ID (Active Directory) and AWS IAM, including policy design, role-based access control, and secure federation between environments.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience designing and maintaining multi-cloud environments, including the integration of cloud-native tools and services to support data and analytics workloads.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience architecting, implementing, and maintaining Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS) models within Azure and AWS.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience designing and managing cloud networking, including virtual networks, subnets, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), ExpressRoute, and Direct Connect.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience implementing and administering DevOps and Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for infrastructure deployment and automation.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience supporting cloud-based data tools such as Snowflake, Databricks, Informatica, and Dataiku, including environment setup, security configuration, and integration.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience developing and managing cloud tagging, cost optimization, and chargeback models across multiple environments.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience implementing identity, access, and policy management across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• A minimum of Five (5) years of experience implementing Terraform or equivalent Infrastructure as Code (IaC) frameworks for automated, secure, and scalable infrastructure deployment.
• A minimum of Two (2) years of experience developing and maintaining disaster recovery, high availability, and security compliance configurations in regulated environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of enterprise cloud architecture and security principles
• Expertise in automation, scripting, and infrastructure deployment
• Ability to document complex technical environments clearly
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple concurrent initiatives

Special Requirements

• Successful completion of a criminal background check and fingerprinting prior to commencing work.
• Compliance with all DOH data security and confidentiality requirements.

Reporting & Accountability

• Reports to the DOH Contract Manager or designated technical lead.
• Performance is measured monthly against defined service tasks and deliverables.