• Administer and support the Ping (ForgeRock) Identity Platform (AM, IDM, DS, IG) • Install, configure, and maintain IAM environments across development, QA, and production • Manage identity infrastructure including Access Management (SSO, MFA, federation) and Directory Services (LDAP, replication, tuning) • Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity; implement proactive improvements • Troubleshoot and resolve IAM-related issues across infrastructure, application, and integration layers • Configure and maintain Authentication trees/journeys, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML integrations, Policy enforcement and access controls • Support high availability and disaster recovery (DR) configurations • Work closely with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines for IAM deployments • Perform patching, upgrades, and security hardening of IAM systems • Maintain system documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures • Ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements.

Role Overview Alchemy is seeking a qualified Early Practitioner with applied, real-world experience in Windows 11 Desktop Administration Fundamentals to participate in a skills assessment validation engagement. This is a short-term, contract, remote engagement in which the Early Practitioner will complete a practitioner-level skills assessment and a brief post-assessment survey. This role does not involve teaching, instructional design, content creation, or ongoing advisory responsibilities. Engagement Details Engagement Type: Contract / 1099 – Short-term engagement Location: Remote Estimated Item Count: ~84 Estimated Time to Completion: Approximately 1–2 hours Assessment Window: Work must be completed within a defined access window (typically 5 business days once access is granted) Scope of Work Complete a practitioner-level skills assessment used for validation and standard-setting purposes. Complete a short post-assessment survey providing feedback on the assessment experience. This role does not include: • Teaching or facilitation responsibilities • Instructional or curriculum design work • Content authoring or SME review of materials • Ongoing advisory or consulting responsibilities Required Expertise The Early Practitioner should be a current practitioner with applied, real-world experience related to the following knowledge areas and skills: • Understand the basics of Windows 11 configurations and settings • Install and upgrade Windows 11 using various deployment methods • Configure Windows 11 security fundamentals including Windows Defender and firewall • Manage files, folders, and devices in Windows 11 environments • Perform basic Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting tasks • Manage user accounts and permissions in Windows 11 • Configure network settings and connectivity in Windows 11 • Understand Windows 11 system requirements and hardware compatibility • Use built-in Windows 11 tools for system diagnostics and repair • Manage Windows 11 updates and patch management Ideal Candidate Profile Active practitioner with hands-on experience in Windows 11 Desktop Administration Fundamentals or closely related domains. Practical, working knowledge of how the concepts listed above are applied in real professional settings. Does not need to be an academic researcher or industry thought leader — applied experience is what matters. Deliverables Completed skills assessment within the defined access window. Completed post-assessment survey. Compensation This is a flat-fee engagement, paid upon successful completion of the assessment and survey.

Role Overview Alchemy is seeking a qualified Practitioner with applied, real-world experience in Microsoft Intune Fundamentals to participate in a skills assessment validation engagement. This is a short-term, contract, remote engagement in which the Practitioner will complete a practitioner-level skills assessment and a brief post-assessment survey. This role does not involve teaching, instructional design, content creation, or ongoing advisory responsibilities. Engagement Details Engagement Type: Contract / 1099 – Short-term engagement Location: Remote Estimated Item Count: ~78 Estimated Time to Completion: Approximately 1–2 hours Assessment Window: Work must be completed within a defined access window (typically 5 business days once access is granted) Scope of Work Complete a practitioner-level skills assessment used for validation and standard-setting purposes. Complete a short post-assessment survey providing feedback on the assessment experience. This role does not include: • Teaching or facilitation responsibilities • Instructional or curriculum design work • Content authoring or SME review of materials • Ongoing advisory or consulting responsibilities Required Expertise The Practitioner should be a current practitioner with applied, real-world experience related to the following knowledge areas and skills: • Create and configure a lab tenant with Azure AD and Intune subscription • Understand the Microsoft Intune Product Family and licensing • Enroll Windows devices into Microsoft Intune using multiple methods • Enroll Windows Devices with Windows Autopilot including Hardware Hash collection • Configure and enable the Enrollment Status Page and Company Portal • Create and manage configuration profiles with Administrative Templates and Custom Settings • Deploy certificates to devices using SCEP, Root CA, and Intune Certificate Connector • Deploy Apps to Windows Devices including Win32, Microsoft Store, LOB, and Microsoft 365 Apps • Configure and Protect Windows Apps with App Protection Policies • Configure Compliance rules and Conditional Access Policies • Update and Protect Devices with Security Baselines, Endpoint Protection, and Device Encryption • Configure Windows Hello for Business and understand Passwordless sign-in • Support Windows devices with reporting, diagnostics, and Endpoint Analytics • Retire Windows devices including Device Wipe and various Device Actions • Enroll and manage iOS devices including Automated Device Enrollment and Apple Configurator • Enroll and manage Android devices including Fully Managed and Work Profile enrollments • Protect iOS and Android devices with Compliance Policies and App Protection Policies • Deploy Required and Optional Apps to iOS and Android Devices • Configure iOS Update Profiles and Android Enterprise integration Ideal Candidate Profile Active practitioner with hands-on experience in Microsoft Intune Fundamentals or closely related domains. Practical, working knowledge of how the concepts listed above are applied in real professional settings. Does not need to be an academic researcher or industry thought leader — applied experience is what matters. Minimum Performance Expectation Participants must demonstrate baseline practitioner competency by scoring above 50% on the assessment. This threshold is used solely to ensure valid practitioner-level participation and is not used for hiring, ranking, or performance evaluation. Deliverables Completed skills assessment within the defined access window. Completed post-assessment survey. Compensation This is a flat-fee engagement, paid upon successful completion of the assessment and survey.

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. GOVERNANCE & INNOVATION ADMINISTRATION INTERN Job Location: GOVERNANCE & INNOVATION ADMINISTRATION 1789 WEST JEFFERSON STREET, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007 Posting Details: Salary: $18:00 to $20.00 Grade: 4 Closing Date: April 20, 2026 Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Governance & Innovation Administration (GIA), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join our team as an Intern. This position will be responsible for working with GIA leadership to ensure the Department’s activities are conducted in a manner that is accountable, compliant, transparent, responsive, inclusive, equitable, accessible, and participatory. This includes researching, analyzing, organizing, and coordinating tasks relating to DES administrative policies, rulemaking, best practice initiatives, public records requests, privacy incident response and mitigation, and litigation holds. This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meetings of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance. Job Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Meeting with Division and Program personnel to address issues with policy, rules, public record, privacy and best practice initiatives. • Organizing Department documents and records and evaluating Department inquiries related to policy, rules, public records, and privacy. • Support GIA team members in completing core work within GIA, including potentially researching or drafting policy or rules and managing public records requests. • Assisting in responding to inquiries from Executive Leadership, Division Leadership, and DES staff. • Participating in activities within the Department to learn and understand the Department, State of Arizona Government, and the work being done on behalf of the citizens of Arizona. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: • Government structure and administration, principles and practices of administration with special reference to organization, research, analysis and theory • Report writing techniques • Office practices and procedures. Skills In: • Communicating with colleagues at all levels of the organization and the public with tact and diplomacy. • Oral, written and communication and presentation. • Analysis and interpretation of data. • Performing legal research. Ability to: • Learn DES programs, policies, procedures, Arizona Revised Statutes and Federal regulations. • Perform analytical work. • Write and speak with clarity. • Use computer programs and software. Selective Preference(s): N/A Pre-Employment Requirements: • Must be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, Master, Juris Doctor or Doctorate degree in business administration, law, public management, or comparable discipline from an accredited college or university at the time of hire and have an interest in government policy. • Must have minimum 3.0 GPA. • Must provide a letter of recommendation from a Professor or Guidance Counselor. • All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). • Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. • This position may require driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11). Benefits: The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: • Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans • 10 paid holidays per year • Paid vacation and sick time • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child. • Deferred compensation plan • Wellness plans • Tuition Reimbursement • Stipend Opportunities • Infant at Work Program • Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy • Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates. Contact Us: For questions about this career opportunity, please contact us at (480) 536-3791 or email OODHRstaffing@azdes.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting (480) 536-3791 or OODHRStaffing@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.