State of Rhode Island
ADMINISTRATOR MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
State of Rhode Island, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Overview
ADMINISTRATOR MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform, organize, direct, supervise and coordinate the work of Program Management, Technical/Network Support, GIS, procurement of computer and telephone equipment, accessories, software and services as well as establish computer policies and computer operations within a medium or large department; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the administrative supervision of a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgement in the application of systems analysis and electronic data processing techniques; work is reviewed usually upon completion for results obtained and conformance with departmental policies, and pertinent laws and regulations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, coordinates, directs and supervises the work of a professional, technical, and clerical staff engaged in systems analysis, programming, technical/network technicians, and electronic data programming procedures.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, supervise and coordinate the work of Program Management, Technical/Network Support, GIS, procurement of computer and telephone equipment, accessories, software and services, and establish computer policies and computer operations within a medium or large department.
Manage department-wide IT projects by planning, monitoring, controlling and delivering projects to completion.
Coordinate the work of Program Management (database design, systems analysis and application programming); Technical/Network Support (network management, telecommunications management, troubleshooting hardware and software, maintaining LAN/WAN); GIS (development, maintenance and implementation of GIS technology); procurement of computer equipment and ensuring purchases are shipped and received; ensure MIS processes are followed.
Determine whether new or improved information systems are required, define and select systems, and assess user needs, objectives, resources, costs/benefits and feasibility.
Develop system requirements or general specifications through detailed analysis of user information needs and current systems, inputs/outputs, and processing requirements.
Plan and develop an information system network that meets specifications for source data, reports, files, etc.
Coordinate with relevant offices to develop computer programs to accomplish system objectives; work with hardware acquisition, testing and documentation, and staff training.
Monitor, evaluate and modify established systems to implement improvements.
Provide in-service and formal training programs to promote staff development.
Assist the director in the regulation of labor contracts with bargaining units and other personnel matters, as required.
Perform related work as required.
Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills and Capacities:
A thorough knowledge of the capabilities, programming techniques and intricacies of computer networks, the general purpose digital computer and peripheral equipment; a thorough knowledge of principles and methods of project management to manage multiple IT projects; a thorough knowledge of problem resolution related to computer processing; a thorough knowledge of modern management principles and practices; the ability to apply such knowledge, principles, practices and methods; the ability to plan, organize, direct and supervise the work of staff; the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, superiors, and department personnel; and related capacities and abilities.
Education and Experience:
Such as may have been gained through graduation from a college of recognized standing with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, mathematics, industrial engineering or a closely related field; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through considerable employment in a highly responsible supervisory position in management information, systems design and programming.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Supplemental Information Preferred candidates will have 5+ years of progressive IT experience, with at least 3 years in IAM-specific roles.
Hands-on Experience Managing:
Microsoft Entra ID P2 (formerly Azure AD Premium)
Active Directory (GPO, OU design, LDAP, Kerberos)
SSO/SAML integrations, Conditional Access Policies, and MFA
Experience integrating IAM functions with enterprise SaaS platforms like Workday.
Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, RBAC, and least privilege models.
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-53, MARS-E, ARC-AMPE, or CJIS.
Ability to lead complex projects and interface with executive and technical stakeholders.
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, CISSP, or Azure Solutions Architect are strongly preferred.
Experience in public sector or hybrid government/enterprise environments is a plus.
Employment Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Government Administration
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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform, organize, direct, supervise and coordinate the work of Program Management, Technical/Network Support, GIS, procurement of computer and telephone equipment, accessories, software and services as well as establish computer policies and computer operations within a medium or large department; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the administrative supervision of a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgement in the application of systems analysis and electronic data processing techniques; work is reviewed usually upon completion for results obtained and conformance with departmental policies, and pertinent laws and regulations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, coordinates, directs and supervises the work of a professional, technical, and clerical staff engaged in systems analysis, programming, technical/network technicians, and electronic data programming procedures.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, supervise and coordinate the work of Program Management, Technical/Network Support, GIS, procurement of computer and telephone equipment, accessories, software and services, and establish computer policies and computer operations within a medium or large department.
Manage department-wide IT projects by planning, monitoring, controlling and delivering projects to completion.
Coordinate the work of Program Management (database design, systems analysis and application programming); Technical/Network Support (network management, telecommunications management, troubleshooting hardware and software, maintaining LAN/WAN); GIS (development, maintenance and implementation of GIS technology); procurement of computer equipment and ensuring purchases are shipped and received; ensure MIS processes are followed.
Determine whether new or improved information systems are required, define and select systems, and assess user needs, objectives, resources, costs/benefits and feasibility.
Develop system requirements or general specifications through detailed analysis of user information needs and current systems, inputs/outputs, and processing requirements.
Plan and develop an information system network that meets specifications for source data, reports, files, etc.
Coordinate with relevant offices to develop computer programs to accomplish system objectives; work with hardware acquisition, testing and documentation, and staff training.
Monitor, evaluate and modify established systems to implement improvements.
Provide in-service and formal training programs to promote staff development.
Assist the director in the regulation of labor contracts with bargaining units and other personnel matters, as required.
Perform related work as required.
Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills and Capacities:
A thorough knowledge of the capabilities, programming techniques and intricacies of computer networks, the general purpose digital computer and peripheral equipment; a thorough knowledge of principles and methods of project management to manage multiple IT projects; a thorough knowledge of problem resolution related to computer processing; a thorough knowledge of modern management principles and practices; the ability to apply such knowledge, principles, practices and methods; the ability to plan, organize, direct and supervise the work of staff; the ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, superiors, and department personnel; and related capacities and abilities.
Education and Experience:
Such as may have been gained through graduation from a college of recognized standing with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, mathematics, industrial engineering or a closely related field; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through considerable employment in a highly responsible supervisory position in management information, systems design and programming.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Supplemental Information Preferred candidates will have 5+ years of progressive IT experience, with at least 3 years in IAM-specific roles.
Hands-on Experience Managing:
Microsoft Entra ID P2 (formerly Azure AD Premium)
Active Directory (GPO, OU design, LDAP, Kerberos)
SSO/SAML integrations, Conditional Access Policies, and MFA
Experience integrating IAM functions with enterprise SaaS platforms like Workday.
Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, RBAC, and least privilege models.
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-53, MARS-E, ARC-AMPE, or CJIS.
Ability to lead complex projects and interface with executive and technical stakeholders.
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator, CISSP, or Azure Solutions Architect are strongly preferred.
Experience in public sector or hybrid government/enterprise environments is a plus.
Employment Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Government Administration
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