3+ years of JavaScript coding and testing experience
3+ years configuring and managing Acquia/Drupal CMS environments
Requirements:
Configure and administer the Acquia/Drupal CMS tenant, including data, display, site structure, and information architecture.
Deliver complete web solutions including front-end UI/UX and back-end module development; build and implement custom Drupal modules; maintain a fully responsive, ADA-compliant public-facing website.
Serve as the primary technical subject-matter expert for the Acquia/Drupal CMS; analyze business and functional requirements, translating them into technical specifications; review and approve design documents; enforce coding standards and CMS best practices; conduct code reviews and provide on-the-job training.
Collaborate with OSC project leads, analysts, and stakeholders; assign tasks and guide implementation; participate in solution design, technical documentation, and architectural decision-making; provide ongoing CMS operational support and post-implementation maintenance.
Job description
Title: Acquia/Drupal Software Administrator Location: Remote (Work hours must align with Eastern Time) Contract: 1 Year (40 hours/week; occasional extended hours) Worksite: Albany, NY 12236 Category: Information Technology – Staff Augmentation
Overview
The New York State Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is seeking a highly skilled Acquia/Drupal Software Administrator to provide technical leadership, hands-on development, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of OSC's Acquia/Drupal-based Content Management System (CMS).
This is a mission-critical role supporting an enterprise, production-level government website. The consultant will collaborate closely with OSC leadership, business analysts, developers, and accessibility stakeholders to ensure the CMS remains secure, stable, ADA-compliant, scalable, and user-friendly.
OSC is procuring this role under its discretionary purchasing authority and requires that the candidate come from a certified MWBE or SDVOB firm.
Key Responsibilities
Acquia/Drupal CMS Administration & Development
Configure and administer the Acquia/Drupal tenant, including data, display, site structure, and information architecture.
Deliver complete web solutions including front-end UI/UX and back-end module development.
Select, build, and implement custom Drupal modules as needed.
Maintain and enhance a fully responsive, ADA-compliant public-facing website.
Technical Leadership
Serve as the primary technical subject-matter expert for the Acquia/Drupal CMS.
Analyze business and functional requirements, translating them into technical specifications.
Review and approve design documents and enforce coding standards and CMS best practices.
Conduct code reviews and provide corrective recommendations.
Provide on-the-job training in PHP, Drupal, CMS concepts, and technical best practices.
Project & Team Collaboration
Work directly with OSC project leads, analysts, and internal/external stakeholders.
Assign tasks to team members and guide them through implementation.
Participate in solution design, technical documentation, and architectural decision-making.
Provide ongoing knowledge transfer and CMS operational support.
Maintenance, Support & Upgrades
Deliver production support, diagnosing and resolving issues in real time.
Evaluate and implement new features, security patches, updates, and bug fixes.
Ensure the CMS remains aligned with evolving business processes and technical standards.
Provide post-implementation and ongoing support for releases and environment changes.
Documentation
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation including configuration guides, technical requirements, design specifications, and operational procedures.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Candidates must meet all of the following:
3+ years of PHP coding and testing experience
3+ years of HTML coding and testing experience
3+ years of JavaScript coding and testing experience
3+ years configuring and managing Acquia/Drupal CMS environments
3+ years gathering, documenting, and managing functional and technical requirements
2+ years coding with responsive design
Preferred Qualifications
Experience beyond the minimum requirements
Acquia Certified Developer – Drupal 9 or above
Experience coding with HTML5, Bootstrap, and Twig
Experience developing ADA-compliant web pages
Experience working with SQL
Additional Contract Requirements
Must work a 40-hour workweek, Monday–Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM ET
May be required to work outside normal hours for critical issues
Fully remote role
Must participate in a video interview and show valid photo ID
If selected, must complete an on-site identity verification on the first day
Must be willing to sign a contract materially consistent with OSC requirements
