Principal, IT Technical Architect - Oahu

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Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Applications will be screened based on the information provided; in order to assist us in determining qualifications, please upload a current resume and take some time to update your employment information, certifications, etc. The information will flow over to your profile.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged. 

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P EF ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING Department of the P ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE & PLANNING Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Manager)

JOB FUNCTION:

Plans and implements Company’s system-wide IT/OT architecture (infrastructure, desktop, and application components) with the objective of maximizing the value of Company’s information technology and minimizing the cost, time and effort required to implement and maintain this technology across the organization.  The IT/OT architecture includes the systems and network architecture, technology direction, acquisition plans, standards, migration strategies, and contingency plans.  Provides technical leadership across Company from strategic decision making to project planning and implementation.  May specialize in one or more Enterprise Architecture domains (System, Application, Integration, Data, Cloud, Infrastructure, and/or Security).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborates with CIO and Company leadership to develop a system-wide architecture strategy/plan and corresponding architecture requirements, procedures and guidelines, with the objective of maximizing the value of information technology while minimizing the cost, time and effort required to implement said technology. The strategy/plan is based on the CIO and operating units’ technological direction and is an end-to-end view that includes hardware, software, operating systems, application systems, platforms, networking, interoperability, contingency arrangements, and directions for acquisition of technology resources.  Advises client and project teams on how to integrate with and leverage existing IT/OT architecture

• Solely and/or in collaboration with CIO personnel, clients (users of various levels up thru executives), vendors, project teams, and/or consultants, analyzes work processes automation proposals, data requirements, and/or customer needs. Proposes technical solutions to meet said needs or improve work processes that integrate well into the overall IT/OT technical architecture. Performs detailed cost justification, analysis, and work estimation of medium to high complexity information systems, including new system design, development, modification or integration of existing systems and data structures.  Proposes process improvements.  Participates, as needed, in departmental task forces and cost/benefit reviews.

• Works closely with management and CIO staff to analyze existing and emerging technologies. Recommends pilots, prototypes, and/or adoption. Develops plans to help determine which technology directions are appropriate for the business and CIO units to achieve company and CIO goals. This includes technologies that have the potential to create business opportunities and the architecture, technology direction, and migration strategies of infrastructure, application, and desktop components.

• Provides feedback regarding performance evaluations for CIO staff. Recommends project and post system launch staffing levels. Assists with project budgets and forecast development. Mentors staff on emerging technologies. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

• Work solely or in concert with others to author requisite documentation to meet a variety of company needs, be it text for rate case or project filings, responses to information requests from interveners, decision synopses, department/team strategies, etc.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of the principles of information, data and office technology management normally acquired through college level courses or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of utility business, business and/or engineering principles & practices.
• Extensive or advanced knowledge of one or more and working knowledge in all of the following technical disciplines: Cloud architecture and security, Unix, Active Directory Windows Server infrastructure, Storage Area Networking, TCP/IP networking, Internet technologies, network security architecture, cryptography, application security best practices, desktop operating Systems, mobile devices, application virtualization, application delivery mechanisms, Service Oriented Architecture, Business Intelligence Systems, Database Management Systems and systems development.
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity architectural principles.

• Working knowledge of SAP software solutions and architecture.

• Conceptual knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), physical and logical information security issues and trends.
• Conceptual knowledge of utility business and related Operations Technology Systems (SCADA, DCS, etc).
• Working knowledge of policies and procedures contained in such documents as IR policies, Company/Union agreement; Accident Prevention Manual; General Information Manual, etc.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical design and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
• Ability to develop system and security configuration standards and guidelines.
• Ability to identify system constraints or gaps in business requirements and effectively communicate issues/risks to management.
• Ability to keep abreast of ever evolving and emerging information technologies.
• In depth knowledge of people, processes, and technologies in use within multiple teams within the division.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical design and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
• Ability to identify system constraints or gaps in business requirements and effectively communicate issues/risks to the project manager in a timely manner.

Skills Requirements

• Senior level skills on one or more IT/OT architecture disciplines; Application Development, Infrastructure, Cloud, and/or Desktop.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, both verbal and written communication.
• Leadership skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals, occasionally dealing with sensitive, difficult, or confrontational issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and persuade various groups or individuals.
• In-depth analytical, organizational, and conceptual skills to handle various projects and programs.
• Ability to design, code, test, and implement programs in one or more of the following languages/systems: Python, Go, R, Swift, Dart, Rust, MATLAB, Kotlin, Scala, C/C++/C#, shell scripting, Perl, PHP, Java, SQL, PL/SQL, Microsoft .Net, Javascript, XML, HTML, on Windows and Unix platforms.

Experience Requirements

• Extensive (10 or more years) supporting application development, infrastructure, and/or desktop environments employed at HECO.
• Extensive (10 or more years) analytical experience in simple to complex systems.
• Several (3-5) years’ managerial/supervisory experience is highly desirable.

Role: Manager 

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Honolulu – Oahu

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Principal, IT Technical Architect [Req ID 10762] position is $109,900.00 to $142,600.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. 

About Hawaiian Electric Companies
Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com.

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

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1. Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
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4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

EEO Statement
Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. 

Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

The ATRs address many issues related to Hawaiian Electric's interactions and transactions with Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities. If you'd like more information about these rules/regulations, you can email ATR@hawaiianelectric.com.