Maryland Department of Information Technology

Maryland is modernizing its government and driving economic development thanks to new initiatives driven by the Moore-Miller administration. Leading one of these efforts is Eric Bathras, Chief Technology Officer of Infrastructure at DoIT, who heads the newly formed Digital Infrastructure Group (DIG). DIG’s mission is to streamline how state agencies coordinate broadband development, optimizing state investments. By adopting a private-sector approach, DIG aims to create a “single view” of broadband assets, enhancing communication and decision-making. This initiative will help to improve connectivity and drive economic growth and efficiency. Learn more by reading the full article from Technical.ly: https://lnkd.in/eCGykkua

We want to offer support and resources for Maryland public servants who have been separated from employment with the federal government. The Maryland Department of Labor has launched the Maryland Public Servants Resource Website, which provides valuable information, programs, and resources to aid displaced federal government workers. You can find information on unemployment insurance, job search and career support, legal resources, and key rules and regulations governing the federal employment process. Visit: https://lnkd.in/eZig-tQw If you're seeking job opportunities, we're hiring at the Department of Information Technology! Come join our team of mission-driven experts as we work to help make the lives of Marylanders more secure, productive, and accessible. Explore open positions and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eh2x7ENZ

Today, Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller, members of the AI Sub-cabinet, senior leaders from the Department of Information Technology (DoIT), and the Department of Higher Education met with AI leaders and subject matter experts from across Maryland’s academic institutions during the state’s AI Roundtable. At the roundtable, leaders in state agencies and academic institutions, along with industry advocates and experts, discussed needs and mapped areas of shared interest with the goal of unlocking clear short–, medium--, and long-term opportunities for collaboration. Leaders from both the state and academia sides spoke on the need to break down silos and become more inter-connected to realize shared AI-related goals around economic development. After opening remarks from Lieutenant Governor Miller and Maryland legislators, DoIT’s very own Nishant Shah helped attendees understand the state’s AI strategy by going through its recently released AI roadmap. Shah, Maryland’s Senior Advisor for Responsible AI, spearheads the adoption of responsible, productive AI across the state, leads the state’s first AI enablement team at DoIT, and facilitated its recent AI Roadmap. ”We have an incredible opportunity to use AI to make the State more productive and to improve services for our constituents,” says Shah. “To realize that ambition, we’ll need deep partnership across sectors and a strengthened AI ecosystem in the State. Maryland is particularly blessed with leading academic institutions doing cutting-edge applied research in AI. Unlocking deeper collaboration between the State and Academia will help us increase our momentum and set us up for success.” Special kudos go to DoIT’s Senior Director of UX Design and Service Delivery, Lilly Madigan, for facilitating the event and helping keep the event light, engaging, and productive. Thanks Johns Hopkins university Hopkins University, UMBC, Morgan State, University of Maryland, Towson, UMES, Bowie State, Coppin State, Salisbury State, the Naval Academy, and the University of Buffalo - SUNY for sending representatives to the event and for helping us advance Maryland’s productive, responsible use of AI.

ICYMI: Maryland’s AI Roadmap 🗺️ Last month, Governor Moore’s AI Subcabinet released the Maryland AI Enablement Strategy & AI Study Roadmap, outlining a five-point plan to advance AI across 12 critical domains, including workforce development, cybersecurity, and public safety. The roadmap emphasizes AI governance, data management, and responsible adoption, ensuring that the state leverages AI effectively while addressing potential risks. As the document explains, 2024 set the foundation, while 2025 will focus on experimentation and momentum-building. Nishant Shah, Maryland’s Senior Adviser for Responsible AI, leads the AI Enablement team, which includes Solomon Abiola, AI/ML Policy & Governance Director, and Ray Bell, AI/ML Product Director. Together, they are working to drive AI literacy, pilot programs, and long-term, responsible integration of AI across state agencies. Maryland is leading the way in responsible AI adoption to enhance services and security for all residents. Stay tuned for what’s ahead! You can learn more about our AI Roadmap by checking out this article from StateScoop: https://lnkd.in/eJvpRsR8

The State of Maryland is hiring! Whether you have been impacted by recent federal government layoffs or have decided to change your career trajectory, the State is looking for committed and passionate public servants. If you or someone you know has been impacted by recent layoffs, please also feel free to reshare. We would love to have your expertise and experience at any of our agencies, specifically at the Maryland Department of Information Technology. 😉 Come join our team and help us help the State of Maryland become more secure, productive, and accessible!If you are curious about specific job opportunities at DoIT, please follow us on DoIT’s official LinkedIn.DoIT’s LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/ehSu-Q2m If you are interested in learning about roles offered across all Maryland Agencies, please check out the State of Maryland Job Openings website.State of Maryland Jobs: https://lnkd.in/ekanmtSH I’m proud to serve under Gov. Wes Moore's leadership and of the efforts our colleagues at the Maryland Department of Labor are taking to aid displaced federal government workers. Those who have been impacted can access resources, programs, and other important information that can help during this time: https://lnkd.in/ek2ss5RE come together as Maryland residents and support one another. Hopefully, I get to see a few of you at DoIT!

🖥️ Meet Clarence “Skip” Ellis: A trailblazer in Computer Science In honor of Black History Month, we’re celebrating those who have shaped the tech industry through their groundbreaking contributions. Today, we spotlight Clarence “Skip” Ellis, a pioneer in computing and the first Black person to earn a Ph.D. in Computer Science (1969, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign). His innovative work laid the foundation for modern collaborative software and operating systems. At Xerox Palo Alto Research Center, Ellis led the development of OfficeTalk, one of the first groupware systems to introduce icon-based interfaces and Ethernet, allowing people to collaborate from a distance. He also pioneered Operational Transformation, the breakthrough technology behind real-time collaborative editing—powering modern tools like Google Docs.

Testimonial Tuesday: Demetrius Foster Today’s testimonial goes to Demetrius Foster, DoIT’s VMware Engineer of our Data Center Operations team. When James (Jim) McMahan, Legacy CCATS Project Manager for the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), needed password support, Demetrius stepped in quickly to help resolve the issue. “Thanks for putting us in touch with Demetrius regarding the password issue. Once D connected with Nilesh, he was back in business within minutes. Ironically, we had a second similar issue this afternoon and D helped again. I want to again thank you and share how helpful Demetrius was to our process. The CCATS team has a number of deliverables for 1/1 and these roadblocks just kill momentum. Thanks!” Thank you, Jim, for the kind words and awesome work removing roadblocks Demetrius!

The Department of Information Technology (DoIT) is hiring for 4 positions: a Budget Analyst, a Sr. Backend Engineer, an End User Support Specialist, and a Financial Systems Analyst. Please share this post so your network can see it! Budget Analyst As the Budget Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting financial planning and budgeting for state IT services. In this role, you will provide data analysis to track consumption, usage, billing and collection of payments for external agency services. You will work with state agencies and DoIT Portfolio Officers to manage financial records, develop service rates, and maintain fiscal accountability. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eVUrWJym Sr, Backend Engineer As a Senior Backend/DevOps Engineer with the Maryland Digital Service under the Department of Information Technology, you will tackle statewide engineering challenges, shape the technical direction of our digital services, and support the growth and development of the engineering team. You will assist state agencies in adopting new backend technologies and overcoming significant digital challenges. You will lead efforts to develop secure backend systems and incorporate modern development practices into government operations. Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/et5e7eu9 End User Support Specialist As the End User Support Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting one or more State agencies with all of their end user technology needs. This includes, but is not limited to, maintenance and management of desktop computers, laptops, tablets, mobile devices, printers, and related hardware and software which is specific to each agency’s needs. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eyeHqGfT Financial Systems Analyst In this role, you will provide FAS application support to end-users by prioritizing, troubleshooting, and effectively communicating issues. Your responsibilities include researching system problems, identifying resolutions, and assessing their impact. Additionally, you will apply best practices in project management for IT initiatives. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e93eyk9S

🖥️Meet Dr. Mark Dean: The tech pioneer behind the PC To celebrate Black History Month and Valentine's Day, we wanted to spotlight and celebrate a trailblazer whose love for personal computing helped shape the tech industry through their contributions. Today, we wanted to highlight Dr. Mark Dean, an American computer engineer and inventor who played a key role in developing the personal computer (PC) while working at the International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). His contributions include co-inventing the IBM PC and holding three of IBM’s original 9 patents for it, leading the creation of the color PC monitor, and developing the first gigahertz microprocessor, a game-changer in computing speed. As one of the most influential figures in tech history, Dr. Dean paved the way for the devices we rely on today!