Applications and Development Manager

DGS Office of External Affairs; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security seeks an Applications and Development Manager to lead technical operations and oversee development, maintenance, and reliability of mission-critical applications.

The role manages interstate and inter-agency data-exchange processes, supports modernization initiatives, coordinates with Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams, and oversees contractor development work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in an information-technology environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical teams, vendors, and other agencies/officials.
• Experience collaborating with state and federal agencies and familiarity with U.S. Department of Labor programs preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an extensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations and oversee development, maintenance, and reliability of mission-critical applications.
• Manage interstate and inter-agency data-exchange processes.
• Support modernization initiatives and coordinate with Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams.
• Oversee contractor development work and guide project delivery.
• Define scope, coordinate timelines, and manage incident-response efforts to maintain system stability.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Vendor coordination

Interagency collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

The Applications and Development Manager leads technical operations and oversees development, maintenance, and reliability of mission-critical applications at the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. The role manages interstate and inter-agency data-exchange processes, supports modernization initiatives, coordinates with Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams, and oversees contractor development work. The position involves managing project delivery, defining scope, coordinating timelines, and guiding incident-response efforts to maintain system stability.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or computer-related field from an accredited four-year college or university
• At least 10 years of experience in an information-technology environment
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with technical teams, vendors, and other agencies/officials
• Experience collaborating with state and federal agencies and familiarity with U.S. Department of Labor programs preferred
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an extensive background check