Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission  and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

 

Infrastructure and Operations Support. Supports the TIERS Cloud Migration by providing system administration, security, and infrastructure support. Will perform analysis of on-prem and cloud security and monitor security operations including security architecture reviews. Our ideal candidate understands regulatory requirements, has in-depth knowledge of industry standards and trends, and is proficient with the latest cybersecurity software.

 

II.  CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

 

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.
Years	Required/Preferred	Experience
8	Required	Strong ability to identify problems/issues, analyze and evaluate alternatives and recommend/implement effective solutions.
8	Required	Experience providing Windows and Linux operating system and application support.
8	Required	High level knowledge and experience of network facilities and data processing techniques, of computer hardware and software, of network operating system and security software, and of performance monitoring and capacity management tools
8	Required	Orchestrate calls to include, but not limited to project kick-off calls, notification of high/critical findings during the testing process, and close out calls to review test findings, evidence, process steps to reproduce, and remediation recommendations.
8	Required	Ability to prepare concise written reports appropriate to the audience. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
8	Required	Responsible for implementing security measures to protect computer systems, networks and data. Information security analysts are expected to stay up to date on the latest intelligence, including hackers’ methodologies, in order to anticipate breaches.
8	Required	Responsible for ensuring all networks have adequate security to prevent unauthorized access. Also must ensure that all security systems are current with any software or hardware changes in the company.
8	Required	Perform proactive research to identify and understand new threats, vulnerabilities and exploits. Perform procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction.
8	Required	Extensive experience with working with and implementing NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, MARS-E controls, POA&Ms, and developing Corrective Action Plans.
8	Required	Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with HHSC/TIERS Security team. Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
8	Required	Experience providing Oracle, MSSQL, and Postgres database support.
5	Preferred	Experience working with Archer GRC, Dynatrace, Splunk, Imperva Web Application Firewall, Qualys and MS Office tools.
5	Preferred	Ability to training staff on network and information security procedures, processes and information safeguarding.
5	Preferred	Experience with ITIL methodology-ticketing using Remedy and ServiceNow.

 

III.  TERMS OF SERVICE
 

Services are expected to start 01/20/2025 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1500 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

 

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
 

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W. 51st, Austin, Texas 78751. The working position is Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

 

V.  OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

**HHSC MAX NTE Rate: $99.00/HR for this position**

 

TERM OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start on or around January 20, 2025 and are expected to completed by August 31, 2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1,500 hours for FY25.

 

Initial Purchase Order Term:

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

 

Renewal Option(s):

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.

 

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.

 

B) The primary work location will be 701 W. 51st, Austin, Texas 78751.

 

Position is REMOTE at the location listed above. Program will only accept LOCAL ONLY candidates for this position to the Austin area.

 

Please do not submit candidates who are currently out of state and are planning to move to Texas. Candidates must already reside in Texas.

 

C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker’s and/or Vendor’s expense.

 

D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to 100 percent of the time.