Comptroller - Server/Hybrid-Cloud Section Manager

Comptroller - Server/Hybrid-Cloud Section Manager  (00051381) 

Organization

: COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS 

Primary Location

: Texas-Austin 

Work Locations

: Lyndon B Johnson Building (304-00001) 111 E 17th Street  Austin 78774 

  

Job

: Computer and Mathematical 

Employee Status

: Regular 

Schedule

: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time State Job Code: 0258  Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 29  

Salary (Pay Basis)

: 10,500.00 - 11,250.00 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings

: 1 

Overtime Status

: Exempt 

Job Posting

: Jul 23, 2025, 8:06:14 PM 

Closing Date

: Ongoing 

Description

 

Applications must be filed at
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00051381

Please note that this job posting can be closed without notice and earlier than the closing date indicated in the posting if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage applicants to submit and complete the application promptly.

 

Are you ready to grow and make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence drive the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as State’s accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.

Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take our collective commitment to public service very seriously. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. 

Click here to see an inside look at the Texas Comptroller’s office

 

About The Division

The Information Technology Division is looking for an individual to provide supervisory computer systems analysis, design and operations management for activities of Server and Hybrid-Cloud Administration Services.  This individual should have knowledge of Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, EKS, ECS), AWS Outposts; Virtualization: VMware vSphere, vCenter, NSX, Nutanix; Operating Systems: Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, RHEL, Amazon Linux; Container Platforms: Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker; Automation Tools: Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Bash scripting and Monitoring: AWS CloudWatch, Dynatrace, Splunk , VMware vRealize Suite, Grafana, Prometheus.

 

Work Hours: 

 

7AM to 5PM, 40-hour week, Monday – Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours possible. Hours may change based on business need. 

Teleworking may be considered if certain working conditions are met. The candidate must have permanent residency within the state of Texas and must be able to meet in office requirements, which can vary among different sections (i.e. report to office 1 day/month, 3days/week, etc.). Travel reimbursements are not provided for teleworking.

 

 

Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

 

Preferred Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science or related field.

 

Experience:

·        Eight (8) years of progressive IT infrastructure management and support experience

·        Three (3) years of cloud infrastructure management experience including Hybrid Cloud environments

·        Three (3) years of team management experience with technical professionals

 

Preferred Experience:

·        Expert-level knowledge of AWS services, AWS Outposts deployment and management

·        Strong experience with VMware vSphere, vCenter, and hybrid cloud integrations

·        Proficiency in Windows Server administration and Active Directory management

·        Advanced Linux system administration across multiple distributions (RHEL, Amazon Linux)

·        Hands-on experience with Red Hat OpenShift container platform and Kubernetes

·        Knowledge of infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)

·        Experience with monitoring and observability tools (CloudWatch, Dynatrace, Splunk, vRealize Operations, Prometheus)

·        Proven track record of leading transformational technology initiatives

·        Strong change management and organizational development capabilities

·        Excellent communication skills with ability to present to executive leadership

·        Experience managing remote and distributed teams

·        Demonstrated success in cloud cost optimization and financial governance

·        Experience with cloud billing analysis, cost allocation, and budget management

·        Understanding of cloud economics and pricing models across multiple platforms

·        Ability to translate technical metrics into business value propositions

 

Substitution:

 One (1) additional year of the full-time minimum experience in cloud platform management and administration may

substituted for thirty (30) semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years).

Licenses and Certifications

Preferred:

·        AWS Solutions Architect Professional or equivalent cloud certifications

·        VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX)

·        Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or OpenShift certifications

·        ITIL Foundation or equivalent service management certification

·        Certified Cloud Financial Management practitioner

In this role you will:  

·        Provide operations management, architectural design and systems analysis.

·        Provide supervision and guidance to section employees.

·        Develop and evaluate budget requests and serve as section Contract Manager.

 

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering

If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Important Note to the Candidate:

 
Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

MILITARY PREFERENCE:

 To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

 

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office, 

Military Crosswalk Guide.

 The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas:

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position.

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller’s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.