Cloud (Azure) and Digital Applications Specialist
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The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) is entering an
exciting phase of digital transformation. As a Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
ICT, you will play a key role in ensuring alignment between technology,
organisational strategy and operational requirements.
This is a dynamic, hybrid role, it combines vendor
oversight, cloud platform governance, and project delivery. Working directly
with the Executive Manager of ICT, you will act as the key technical bridge
between operational teams and external technology partners. You will play a
hands-on role in modernising our digital capability, ensuring our Microsoft
Azure and Power Platform environments are secure, efficient, and aligned with
our operational requirements.
What working for the SFPA offers:
Impactful work: Drive digital modernisation that directly
supports the SFPA in its remit to support a sustainable commercial fishing
sector while protecting and conserving fisheries resources.
Work-Life Balance and Flexibility: Option
to request a hybrid working arrangement. Flexitime and flexi leave accrual
based on the Flexi time policy.
Generous public sector annual leave
entitlement, starting at 29 days per annum plus public holidays.
Career Development: Support for continuous training and
professional certifications to ensure your technical skills stay up to date and
continued investment in your professional development.
Starting
salary of €60,029, which increases in incremental steps to €70,547 after five
years and €76,546 after a further six years.
This salary scale is also subject to applicable general round pay
increases which are agreed from time to time as part of public sector pay
agreements.
Key Areas of Responsibility
1.
Cloud Platforms and Digital Solutions
· Microsoft EcoSystem Growth: Support
the ongoing administration, governance, and expansion of our cloud
architecture, focusing on Microsoft Azure, Power Platform (Power Apps,
Dataverse, Power Automate), and other SaaS solutions.
· System Upgrades & Testing: Coordinate
User Acceptance Testing (UAT), release management, and change implementations
to minimise disruption to our operational teams.
· Application Lifecycle: Support
the enhancement and continuous improvement of existing digital applications,
developing a deep understanding of their architecture and operational usage
2. Vendor and Service Management
Vendor Management: Act as
a primary technical liaison for external ICT vendors delivering
business-critical applications and digital services.
Service Level & Contract Oversight:
Monitor vendor performance, contractual obligations, SLAs,
development roadmaps, and issue escalation to ensure value and accountability
of SFPA vendors.
Integrations & Data Flow: Develop
an understanding and maintain oversight of system interdependencies,
APIs, and data exchanges between internal systems and third-party platforms.
3. Cyber Security, Risk and Governance
Secure Operations:
Ensure the SFPA’s Azure tenant, other cloud environments and digital services
all implement, enforce and maintain the latest cloud cyber security best
practices and regulatory requirements.
Risk Management: Identify,
assess, seek mitigations and escalate ICT risks relating to data protection,
resilience, 3rd Party access and system dependencies.
4. Digital Transformation and Business
Engagement
Requirement Gathering: Collaborate
with internal stakeholders across Port offices and Headquarters to gather,
analyse and translate operational requirements into technical specifications.
Project Leadership: Provide
technical guidance on digital projects, contribute to business case
development, and assist in ICT procurement processes by providing technical
specifications for Request for Tender Documentation and assisting with response
evaluations.
Service Improvement:
Identify opportunities to automate manual workflows and optimise digital
processes for SFPA Staff.
Essential Requirements:
Candidates must meet the following essential
requirements prior to the closing date of the competition:
·
Possess
a qualification (minimum Level 7 NFQ) in a relevant area, with an ICT
component and 3 years directly relevant ICT experience.
·
Cloud
Platforms and Digital Solutions
Azure and Power Platform Oversight: Hands on experience
managing or overseeing a Microsoft Azure tenant, alongside proven expertise in
administering and expanding Microsoft Power Platform technologies (Power Apps,
Dataverse, Power Automate) and SaaS solutions.
Application Lifecycle and Testing: Experience
coordinating User Acceptance Testing (UAT), release management, and system
upgrades, paired with a track record of supporting the continuous enhancement
and lifecycle of cloud-based applications.
Integrations and Data Interdependencies: Practical experience
working with APIs, system integrations, and data exchange mechanisms to oversee
interdependencies between internal systems and external platforms.
·
Cyber
Security, Risk and Governance
Cloud Security Best
Practices:
Knowledge and practical application of cyber security principles relevant to
cloud environments, including identity management, access control, and secure
tenant configuration (Azure/SaaS).
ICT Risk Management: Experience
identifying, assessing, and mitigating ICT risks related to data protection,
system dependencies, and third-party access in cloud and digital application
environments.
·
Digital
Transformation and Business Engagement
Stakeholder Engagement: Experience engaging
with business stakeholders across operational teams to gather, analyse, and
translate operational requirements into technical specifications and automated
workflows.
Project Leadership
& Implementation:
Experience acting as a Technical Lead on complex digital projects from
initiation through implementation to vendor management, including contributing
to ICT procurement processes (RFT technical specs/evaluations) and SLA
implementation, review and accountability.
Candidates must also:
·
Be
fluent in spoken and written English.
·
Hold
a valid driver’s licence and have access to a private vehicle for occasional
business travel.
·
Be
prepared to carry out some business travel to offsite meetings and to SFPA port
offices nationally for which travel expenses are payable.
Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the
capabilities required for effective performance at this level.
The capability framework for the grade is
accessible on our website here.
The following are considered desirable attributes:
• Experience in the Irish public sector or
knowledge of public sector governance and procurement frameworks would be
advantageous.
• Experience overseeing Azure data services
such as Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Experience implementing or supporting
enterprise inspections or regulatory systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft licensing models and
tenant governance structures.
• Experience contributing to ICT strategy,
digital transformation programmes or innovation initiatives.
• Familiarity with national cyber security
frameworks and standards applicable to public bodies.
• Project management certification (e.g.
PRINCE2, PMP) or Agile/Scrum experience.
• Microsoft certifications (e.g. Azure
Administrator, Power Platform certifications).
Note: This job description should be regarded as an
outline of the major areas of accountability at HEO Grade at the present time
and will be reviewed and assessed on an ongoing basis.
Job Revision:
This job description is subject
to periodic revision following discussion with the post-holder in order to meet
future developments of the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority. It may include
any other duties and responsibilities as determined by the Authority.
The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) is entering an
exciting phase of digital transformation. As a Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
ICT, you will play a key role in ensuring alignment between technology,
organisational strategy and operational requirements.
This is a dynamic, hybrid role, it combines vendor
oversight, cloud platform governance, and project delivery. Working directly
with the Executive Manager of ICT, you will act as the key technical bridge
between operational teams and external technology partners. You will play a
hands-on role in modernising our digital capability, ensuring our Microsoft
Azure and Power Platform environments are secure, efficient, and aligned with
our operational requirements.
What working for the SFPA offers:
Impactful work: Drive digital modernisation that directly
supports the SFPA in its remit to support a sustainable commercial fishing
sector while protecting and conserving fisheries resources.
Work-Life Balance and Flexibility: Option
to request a hybrid working arrangement. Flexitime and flexi leave accrual
based on the Flexi time policy.
Generous public sector annual leave
entitlement, starting at 29 days per annum plus public holidays.
Career Development: Support for continuous training and
professional certifications to ensure your technical skills stay up to date and
continued investment in your professional development.
Starting
salary of €60,029, which increases in incremental steps to €70,547 after five
years and €76,546 after a further six years.
This salary scale is also subject to applicable general round pay
increases which are agreed from time to time as part of public sector pay
agreements.
Key Areas of Responsibility
1.
Cloud Platforms and Digital Solutions
· Microsoft EcoSystem Growth: Support
the ongoing administration, governance, and expansion of our cloud
architecture, focusing on Microsoft Azure, Power Platform (Power Apps,
Dataverse, Power Automate), and other SaaS solutions.
· System Upgrades & Testing: Coordinate
User Acceptance Testing (UAT), release management, and change implementations
to minimise disruption to our operational teams.
· Application Lifecycle: Support
the enhancement and continuous improvement of existing digital applications,
developing a deep understanding of their architecture and operational usage
2. Vendor and Service Management
Vendor Management: Act as
a primary technical liaison for external ICT vendors delivering
business-critical applications and digital services.
Service Level & Contract Oversight:
Monitor vendor performance, contractual obligations, SLAs,
development roadmaps, and issue escalation to ensure value and accountability
of SFPA vendors.
Integrations & Data Flow: Develop
an understanding and maintain oversight of system interdependencies,
APIs, and data exchanges between internal systems and third-party platforms.
3. Cyber Security, Risk and Governance
Secure Operations:
Ensure the SFPA’s Azure tenant, other cloud environments and digital services
all implement, enforce and maintain the latest cloud cyber security best
practices and regulatory requirements.
Risk Management: Identify,
assess, seek mitigations and escalate ICT risks relating to data protection,
resilience, 3rd Party access and system dependencies.
4. Digital Transformation and Business
Engagement
Requirement Gathering: Collaborate
with internal stakeholders across Port offices and Headquarters to gather,
analyse and translate operational requirements into technical specifications.
Project Leadership: Provide
technical guidance on digital projects, contribute to business case
development, and assist in ICT procurement processes by providing technical
specifications for Request for Tender Documentation and assisting with response
evaluations.
Service Improvement:
Identify opportunities to automate manual workflows and optimise digital
processes for SFPA Staff.
Essential Requirements:
Candidates must meet the following essential
requirements prior to the closing date of the competition:
·
Possess
a qualification (minimum Level 7 NFQ) in a relevant area, with an ICT
component and 3 years directly relevant ICT experience.
·
Cloud
Platforms and Digital Solutions
Azure and Power Platform Oversight: Hands on experience
managing or overseeing a Microsoft Azure tenant, alongside proven expertise in
administering and expanding Microsoft Power Platform technologies (Power Apps,
Dataverse, Power Automate) and SaaS solutions.
Application Lifecycle and Testing: Experience
coordinating User Acceptance Testing (UAT), release management, and system
upgrades, paired with a track record of supporting the continuous enhancement
and lifecycle of cloud-based applications.
Integrations and Data Interdependencies: Practical experience
working with APIs, system integrations, and data exchange mechanisms to oversee
interdependencies between internal systems and external platforms.
·
Cyber
Security, Risk and Governance
Cloud Security Best
Practices:
Knowledge and practical application of cyber security principles relevant to
cloud environments, including identity management, access control, and secure
tenant configuration (Azure/SaaS).
ICT Risk Management: Experience
identifying, assessing, and mitigating ICT risks related to data protection,
system dependencies, and third-party access in cloud and digital application
environments.
·
Digital
Transformation and Business Engagement
Stakeholder Engagement: Experience engaging
with business stakeholders across operational teams to gather, analyse, and
translate operational requirements into technical specifications and automated
workflows.
Project Leadership
& Implementation:
Experience acting as a Technical Lead on complex digital projects from
initiation through implementation to vendor management, including contributing
to ICT procurement processes (RFT technical specs/evaluations) and SLA
implementation, review and accountability.
Candidates must also:
·
Be
fluent in spoken and written English.
·
Hold
a valid driver’s licence and have access to a private vehicle for occasional
business travel.
·
Be
prepared to carry out some business travel to offsite meetings and to SFPA port
offices nationally for which travel expenses are payable.
Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the
capabilities required for effective performance at this level.
The capability framework for the grade is
accessible on our website here.
The following are considered desirable attributes:
• Experience in the Irish public sector or
knowledge of public sector governance and procurement frameworks would be
advantageous.
• Experience overseeing Azure data services
such as Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Experience implementing or supporting
enterprise inspections or regulatory systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft licensing models and
tenant governance structures.
• Experience contributing to ICT strategy,
digital transformation programmes or innovation initiatives.
• Familiarity with national cyber security
frameworks and standards applicable to public bodies.
• Project management certification (e.g.
PRINCE2, PMP) or Agile/Scrum experience.
• Microsoft certifications (e.g. Azure
Administrator, Power Platform certifications).
Note: This job description should be regarded as an
outline of the major areas of accountability at HEO Grade at the present time
and will be reviewed and assessed on an ongoing basis.
Job Revision:
This job description is subject
to periodic revision following discussion with the post-holder in order to meet
future developments of the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority. It may include
any other duties and responsibilities as determined by the Authority.
