



Job Summary



Under the direction of the Chief Enterprise Architect, the Blockchain and Distributed Ledger (BDL) Solution Architect will assume the role of technical architecture leadership for all Blockchain Initiatives the State of Colorado Office of Information Technology (OIT) may engage upon, and will be assigned to any projects or initiatives that involve the Blockchain and Distributed Ledger (BDL) applications or set of services. The BDL Solutions Architect will lead efforts as an expert on leveraging technology, innovation, and thought leadership to provide scalable solutions to complex and diverse business problems that benefit in leveraging blockchain technologies. The blockchain technologies program includes (but is not limited to) blockchain technologies, distributed ledgers, distributed databases, data interoperability, cyber security and cryptology, and data privacy/security.



During 2018, the Colorado government passed groundbreaking legislation SB18-086, "Cyber Coding Cryptology For State Records" ( https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb18-086 ) which mandated certain programs to be started in pursuit of utilizing blockchain-based technology. This position would spearhead that initiative by utilizing enterprise architecture methodologies to define opportunities and execute the deployment of blockchain technology. Additionally, this role

would align the goals of newly appointed governor-elect, Jared Polis' "Blockchain Policy"

to the delivery of the opportunities identified.



This position's primary role and duties are:

1. Blockchain Technology Subject Matter Expert for the State on all related initiatives.

2. Guide State blockchain technologies infrastructure solution design, technology integration, and interface with vendor technology/solutions, to ensure the appropriate involvement of enterprise architecture is integrated, throughout the entire project lifecycle.

3. Ensure the blockchain technologies roadmap satisfies the goals of SB18-086, serves the vision of governor-elect "Blockchain Policy", and adheres to the CTO Roadmap and OIT Playbook.

4. Plan initiatives with OIT's functional area teams based on budget, approaches and infrastructure to the enterprise architecture governing principles and identify when it is necessary to modify underlying business processes or the enterprise architecture standards to accommodate blockchain technology needs.

5. Work with the Governor's Blockchain Council to help identify technology responses and solutions to blockchain technology policy relative to statewide goals. This includes issues relative to secure information sharing and establishing appropriate privacy protections. The solutions architect will assist in the implementation of policies and enforce state standards related to blockchain technologies.



From the Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF): "The Solution Architect has the responsibility for architectural design and documentation at a system or subsystem level, such as management or security. A Solution Architect may shield the Enterprise/Segment Architect from the unnecessary details of the systems, products, and/or technologies. The focus of the Solution Architect is on system technology solutions."



Essential Duties & Responsibilities:



Subject Matter Expert for all Blockchain initiatives related to Cyber Security and

Information Technology



As the blockchain technologies Solutions Architect, responsibilities include bringing best in class technologies, innovation, and creativity to the table in developing technical solutions to solve complex, multi-dimensional, blockchain problems. Responsibilities include community outreach to explore "Public/Private" opportunities within the Colorado blockchain community and internally directing OIT's blockchain technologies program.

Engage in complex decision making, using data and available research to understand the far reaching implications across OIT and the customer base statewide

Provide thought leadership in emerging technologies as they relate to business process development and execution within the blockchain technologies arena

Take on complex issues and deal with a variety of changes within the daily duties of the job; be open, creative, an advocate/agent of change and value diversity in the workplace.

Able to analyze information and data; use logic to make informed decisions that address work-related issues and problems

Able to develop one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done, but never failing to communicate with those who are affected by decisions being made

Upholds the values of the organization and serves with integrity, honesty and ethical behavior at all times

Interface with vendor technology/solutions, as well as the appropriate involvement of enterprise architecture, throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Ongoing interaction with key stakeholders to advise and ensure that timely, innovative, and appropriate blockchain technologies services support agency strategies, projects, and outcomes to align with OIT roadmaps, desired future states and overall architectural fit.

Promote the understanding of Enterprise Architecture and industry standard patterns and practices.

Mentor and coach other OIT staff to ensure consistent delivery of quality industry-standard solutions.

Capture and share best-practice knowledge with the OIT organization.

Ensure that intellectual assets created during the delivery process are captured and evolved in the knowledge

base in a manner that is reusable and relevant, including delivery and process models, sample project plans, sample deliverables, estimating and cost models, resource allocations.

Plan initiatives with OIT's functional area teams based on budget, approaches and infrastructure to the enterprise architecture governing principles and identify when it is necessary to modify underlying business processes or the enterprise architecture standards to accommodate blockchain technologies needs.

Maintain the blockchain technologies Roadmap and ensure its fit within the CTO roadmap and the CIO Playbook

Deliver blockchain and distributed ledger technology standards.

Provide thought leadership in emerging blockchain trends as they relate to business process development and execution.

Understand OIT funding model and align technology initiatives to ensure the highest return on investment based on available budget, while understanding and ensuring the long term requirements for sustainable service.

Maintain and establish technical contacts with IT industry leaders to pioneer innovative blockchain technologies technologies, ideas and structures within OIT.

Translate complicated technical plans into clear, business value added proposals, which are compelling and effectively communicated using a variety of methods and forums.

Effectively leverage public-private partnerships.

Maintain currency in technologies and trends through research.

Maintain awareness of current and future work efforts across the enterprise and identify opportunities for implementing innovative solutions.

Research and recommend solutions that meet the requirements of the customers and align with annual agency work plans, OIT's enterprise strategy, and the OIT Playbook.

Track initiatives, evaluate the effectiveness of the planned solutions, and recommend alternative solutions when needed.

Anticipate the training needs of end users and support staff who will maintain the solution in production.

Assist the Enterprise Architects in the management of strategic alliances to position OIT as the premier service provider for agencies within the State of Colorado.

Pursue the development and testing of innovative solutions and organize work efforts and resources needed to prototype or pilot them.

Demonstrate the benefits (increased operational efficiencies, decreased costs, etc.) of a solution to an agency unit.

Coordinate with OIT internal operations teams to consider the implications (to infrastructure, security, etc.) of introducing solutions.

Understand the enterprise perspective of OIT operations across the supported agencies.

Perform all other duties as assigned

Deliver report to the State CIO and CISO to be provided to the legislature for evaluation of achieving goals of SB 18-086.