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Information Technology Specialist 14 (Solutions Architect) Core Infrastructure Services

State of Michigan

Technology, Management and Budget

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Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$37.62 - $54.99

per hour

Closes

January 28, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading the technical side of a key state tool called MiCMS, which helps Michigan government agencies plan for business continuity and disaster recovery using the ServiceNow platform.

The role focuses on maintaining the tool's database, security, upgrades, and user support while building strong relationships with users across agencies.

It's ideal for someone with deep IT expertise in enterprise software who enjoys solving complex technical problems and collaborating with diverse teams.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with at least 21 semester credits in computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management, or mathematics
  • Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Specialist 13 or related role
  • Expertise as a solutions architect for third-party software like MiCMS on the ServiceNow platform
  • Skills in managing database health, storage, development, upgrades, and security for enterprise tools
  • Ability to handle user integration, management, and stakeholder relationships across state agencies
  • Strong communication skills for conducting correspondence and maintaining effective user relationships
  • Willingness to work hybrid in Lansing, MI (two days on-site, three remote per week), with relocation required for out-of-state applicants

Full Job Description

This position is a solutions architect and lead technical authority for the State of Michigan Continuity Management Solution (MiCMS) tool, including managing the health for the database, communication component, storage, development, upgrades and security of the MiCMS tool. MiCMS is the tool SOM utilizes for Business Continuity Management within the Service Now platform.

This position serves as the tecnical subject matter expert. This MiCMS application is a 3rd party software that is used by all State Agencies for Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plan development. This subject matter expert is responsible for all user integration and management within the Service Now/MiCMS tool. This position is required to maintain healthy and effective relationships with system users and conduct correspondence related to work. The position is responsible for all State Agencies' Disaster Recovery and Business Resumption stakeholders in their use of the application.

For additioanl information, please see the links below:
  • Position Description
  • The Department of Technology, Management and Budget supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

Position Location/Remote Office: The office location is Lansing, MI. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate.

The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.

SIGNING BONUS:

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.

The State of Michigan offers a competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, excellent vacation, and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.

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Requirements

Education and Experience
Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

Experience
Information Technology Specialist 14
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

Qualifications

An associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, mathematics or equivalent; and at least two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and four years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

OR

At least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least three years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and four years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

Additional Information

To be considered for this position you must:

  • Attach a detailed resume and cover letter.
  • If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application.

    Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript.

    Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S.educational equivalents.

    Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.


    Certain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience.

    View the job specifications at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologySpecialist.pdf

    All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

    DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authorization of employment. DTMB does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status. To be appointed by DTMB, an applicant must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

    DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.

    The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

    Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.


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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/13/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/14/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5196438