Hybrid Cloud Management Lead Specialist

California Department of Health Care Services; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 106,098 - 142,178; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous training

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Defined retirement program

Savings Plus Program

Medical reimbursement accounts

Job summary

A state health agency is seeking a Hybrid Cloud Management Lead Specialist to provide expert leadership in hybrid cloud technologies. The role involves working closely with enterprise technology services to ensure effective implementation and governance of cloud solutions. Candidates must demonstrate initiative, process improvement skills, and knowledge of IT architecture. This position includes competitive benefits and the eligibility for telework up to three days a week.

Qualifications

• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and independence.
• Effective in a complex environment with multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to direct and establish procedures for process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level leadership in hybrid cloud infrastructure.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise-wide standards and security protocols.
• Shape hybrid cloud strategies and deliver scalable solutions.

Skills

Initiative

Independence of action

Process improvement

Developing relationships

Presenting complex information

Knowledge of operating systems

Knowledge of DevOps

IT architecture and security

ITIL knowledge

ITSM processes

Education

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

Job description

Work Location

Yolo County

Job Description and Duties

Why Join DHCS?
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low‑income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role:
This position is pending budgets and HR approvals.

The role of the Hybrid Cloud Management Lead Specialist is to serve as one of the lead specialists and strategic advisors for DHCS CA‑MMIS hybrid cloud technologies. The incumbent works in close coordination with the department’s Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) to ensure alignment with enterprise‑wide standards, integration strategies, and security protocols. This role provides expert‑level leadership in the planning, architecture, implementation, operations, and governance of hybrid cloud‑based infrastructure and services. The incumbent plays a key consulting role in shaping CA‑MMIS wide hybrid cloud strategies and delivering scalable, secure, and resilient hybrid cloud solutions to support service management and delivery; infrastructure operations; application and data integration across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments; security and compliance; and distributed systems management across vendor and state‑operated platforms.

This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code and requires filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

Working as a Work Week Group E employee, the incumbent is expected to work an average of 40 hours per week each year and may be required to work specified hours based on the business needs of the office.

Minimum Requirements

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, independence of action, and originality.
• Ability to perform effectively in a complex environment with multiple competing priorities and demands.
• Ability to direct and establish procedures to improve processes.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to present complex technology information to non‑IT staff.
• Knowledge of operating systems and related software as implemented on various hardware platforms.
• Knowledge of DevOps methodology.
• Knowledge of state IT architecture and security requirements.
• Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework and Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) processes and procedures.

Benefits

• Continuous and ongoing training
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 3/2/2026. The application process may be completed electronically through CalCareers or by mail to the addresses below.

Mailing Address:
Department of Health Care Services
Attn: Certification Technician JC‑506915
M.S. 1300, P.O. Box 997411, Sacramento, CA 95899‑7411

Drop‑Off Address:
Department of Health Care Services
Certification Section JC‑506915, 1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501, Sacramento, CA 95814
Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Contact Information

Hiring Unit Contact:
Randy Gee Woodyard
(916) 954‑1031
[e-mail]

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 440‑7370
[e-mail]

Telework and Salary Information

Telework: Eligible for up to three days per week and required to report in person a minimum of two days per week. Business travel may be required.

Salary Range: $9,507.00 – $12,740.00 (temporary PLP 2025 salary reduction not included). Effective July 1, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), and sexual orientation.