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InterSources Inc

Information Systems Architect

Hybrid

Columbia, United states

$ 85 /hour

Senior

Freelance

12-12-2025

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Skills

Leadership Test Architecture Software Architecture SDLC

Job Specifications

Job Title: Information Systems Architect – Project Lead (8909)

Location: Columbia, SC (Hybrid – 2 days onsite)

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)

Interview: 1 Round, Virtual

Candidate Requirement: Must be a current South Carolina resident (No relocation)

Scope of the Project

Division of Technology Services supports mission-critical applications for DSS.
Role leads the Web Application Development team delivering new DSS Re-Engineering projects.
Supports modernization and maintenance of IT systems in the Economic Services program area (SNAP, TANF).
Requires hands-on technical leadership, SDLC oversight, and strong architecture capabilities.
Works closely with business, technical teams, federal partners, and 3rd-party vendors.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead architecture and design of modernized IT systems supporting SNAP/TANF.
Oversee technical planning, system integration, and full SDLC execution.
Ensure compliance with federal APD requirements and security standards.
Coordinate development activities with internal teams and external vendors.
Mentor Business Analysts and Developers; enforce architecture best practices.
Analyze requirements, create user stories, workflows, and technical specifications.
Support test case design, process change requests, and manage scope.
Communicate effectively with SCDSS and State IT teams.

Key Projects

SNAP/TANF system modernization and integration with federal reporting.
API modernization and UAT for 3rd-party integrations.
ESSAM modernization for eligibility and case management systems.

Required Skills

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
8+ years of enterprise software architecture experience.
8+ years of experience in project leadership.

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with State/Federal compliance frameworks (NIST, FISMA, etc.).
Experience with Human Services systems (Child Welfare, SNAP, TANF).
Understanding of Data Privacy Laws (PII, PHI).
Previous experience supporting public sector agencies or government contracts.

About the Company

Innovative IT Solutions Built for Your Business. InterSources Inc is your partner in Growth and CyberSecurity. “We’re building a next-gen Managed Security Services Provider that enables small to mid-sized businesses to access enterprise-grade cybersecurity protection—without the enterprise cost.” “Cyber threats are evolving daily, and most companies don’t have the resources or talent to defend themselves. We offer 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, and incident response at a fraction of the cost of building an in-house secur... Know more