Department SummaryThe California Policy Lab generates research insights for government impact. Through hands-on partnerships with government agencies, CPL performs rigorous research across issue silos and builds the data infrastructure necessary to improve programs and policies that millions of Californians rely on every day. We focus our work in six policy areas: education, criminal justice reform, poverty and the social safety net, labor and employment, health, and homelessness and high needs populations. CPL's UCLA site sits within CCPR and is a dynamic and growing organization with 20 full-time employees, a half dozen graduate student researchers, and numerous faculty affiliates. CPL is extramurally funded by over 20 different federal and foundation grants supporting over 60 major research projects. The Director will oversee IT systems at all CPL sites (currently Berkeley and UCLA, with a new Sacramento office opening soon) and will serve researchers using CPL’s data from over 60 different institutions.
Position SummaryThe California Policy Lab is seeking an IT Systems Director to help manage our growth into a social science data center hosting research conducted at all 10 UC campuses and supported by the UC Office of the President. CPL is now among the largest social science data centers in the country and seeks a recognized expert to lead our secure computing infrastructure (the "Data Hub"). CPL is a forward thinking technology and research environment. The Director will apply advanced systems infrastructure and concepts on behalf of the UC to resolve highly complex issues related to hosting over one hundred California government data sets, ensuring the security of these data, and supporting privacy-protected data linkages in computing environments that must be accessible to the more than 200 researchers who use CPL's Data Hub. The Director is responsible for developing solutions to novel technology problems, understanding and documenting system requirements, assessing technology in support of complex cost-benefit analyses, and managing the budget and procurement related to our system growth and maintenance. The Director will represent the University of California and CPL in presenting information to researchers and IT professionals at the UC Office of the President and UC campuses as well as state and county officials. This role will supervise CPL's IT Manager and together will monitor and optimize the performance of the Data Hub, support users of the Data Hub, and ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and security policies related to the Data Hub's information technology. The candidate must be capable of independently managing a large, multi-campus computing facility.
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Qualifications Demonstrated high degree of knowledge in the field of social science research computing and secure data enclaves (Required)
Demonstrated advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with problem identification related to secure data enclaves (Required)
Demonstrated advanced expertise in communicating to government administrative data owners, researchers, and UC IT professional in a clear and concise manner (Required)
Advanced experience writing and editing very complex scripts used to perform system maintenance and administration, such as those required for software designed to batch and manage large code runs. (Required)
Ability to elicit and communicate technical and non-technical information in a clear and concise manner.
(Required)
Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Demonstrates problem-solving skills. Able to learn effectively and meet
deadlines.
(Required)
Demonstrated advanced knowledge, skills and abilities associated with system problem identification and resolution. Experience with design, configuration, operation, repair, and tuning of technology systems. Demonstrated advanced knowledge, skills and abilities associated with system problem identif (Required)
Advanced experience writing and editing complex scripts used to perform system maintenance and administration. Advanced knowledge of computer security best practices and policies including demonstrated experience securing complex server-based software.
(Required)
Experience leading a team of IT professionals, including other full time employees or contractors.
(Required)
Extensive knowledge of desktop operating systems: Windows 7/8.1/10, Linux and Macintosh OSX and laptop computers (Required)
Detailed knowledge of TCP/IP networking and Ethernet-based LAN protocols. In-depth knowledge of network security best practices, network switches, Cisco VPN, and AnyConnect software. Knowledge of common applications (Microsoft Office suite, browsers, file managers, etc.) (Required)
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; ability to create comprehensive technical documentation; develop and deliver presentations on technical topics to audiences of varying knowledge and level (Required)
Demonstrated, advanced knowledge and skills in evaluating and comparing off the shelf and open source software solutions in order to make recommendations regarding purchasing or the necessity to produce in-house solutions. (Required)
Ability to work efficiently and effectively in the midst of diversified responsibilities, changing priorities, and frequent interruptions. (Required)
Advanced knowledge and skills related to relational database management systems and web servers such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Wordpress, and Apache; Knowledge of Python (Required)
Ability to install and configure routers, switches, hubs, and other network devices (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal AffiliationsBachelor's Degree Bachelor’s Degree in related and/or equivalent experience/training
(Required)
Special Conditions for EmploymentBackground Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Schedule9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered99-Policy Covered
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