ITS Engineer Architect / ITS Data Governance

Location Detail: 9 Farm Springs Rd Farmington (10566) W ork where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The creation of the HHC System Support Office recognizes the work of a large and growing group of employees whose responsibilities are continually evolving so that we and our departments now work on behalf of the system as a whole, rather than a single member organization. With the creation of our new umbrella organization we now have our own identity with a unique payroll, benefits, performance management system, service recognition programs and other common practices across the system.

• Architects work with stakeholders, leadership and subject matter experts, to build a holistic view of the organization's strategy, processes, information, and information technology assets. The role of the architect is to take this knowledge and ensure that the business and IT are in alignment.
• Links the business mission, strategy, and processes of the organization to its IT strategy, and documents this using multiple architectural models or views that show how the current and future needs of HHC will be met in an efficient, sustainable, agile, and adaptive manner.
• The Architect is responsible for the completion of their own scheduled and non-scheduled assignments.

• Key Areas of Responsibility
• Optimization of information management approaches through an understanding of evolving business needs and technology capabilities.
• Long-term strategic responsibility for the company's IT systems.
• Promotion of shared infrastructure and applications to reduce costs and improve information flows. Ensure that projects do not duplicate functionality or diverge from each other and business and IT strategies.
• Work with other leads to provide a consensus based enterprise solution that is scalable, adaptable and in synchronization with ever changing business needs.
• Management of the risks associated with information and IT assets through appropriate standards and security policies.
• Build employee knowledge and skills in specific areas of expertise.
• Direct or indirect involvement in the development of policies, standards and guidelines that direct the selection, development, implementation and use of Information Technology within the enterprise.
• Other job duties as assigned Qualifications Requirements and Specifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum 5 years of experience
• Systems thinking - the ability to see how parts interact with the whole (big picture thinking)
• Knowledge of the business for which the enterprise architecture is being developed
• Interpersonal and leadership skills - servant leadership, collaboration, facilitation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to explain complex technical issues in a way that non-technical people may understand
• Knowledge of IT governance and operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of hardware, software, application, and systems engineering
• Knowledge of financial modeling as it pertains to IT investment
• Customer service orientation
• Time management and prioritization
• Ability to communicate effectively, develop successful relationships with coworkers and management at all levels within the organization. Ability to work effectively and professionally under pressure.
• Strong critical thinking skills, ability to develop alternative solutions to a posed problem or conflict; ability to independently plan, organize, develop, prioritize, and execute decisions.
• High degree of accuracy, efficiency, and dependability in a fast-paced environment; strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently, manages priorities, and meets deadlines.
• Ability to use personal computer and related software; including knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion and sound judgment.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Working knowledge of state and federal health care information technology laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge of general information technology policies and procedures.
• Healthcare experience preferred
• Ability to maintain records and filing systems
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to operate various office machines including printers, computers and various software packages
• Ability to problem-solve Ability to work independently Interpersonal skills Knowledge of LAN, WAN and other server technologies Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Process improvement and quality skills
• Project management skills
• Written and verbal communication skills We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.