Seattle Information Technology

10/08/2026

We are hiring a Linux/Unix Admin

Approximately 1,000 critical Linux/Unix servers power Seattle's utilities, public safety systems, and general government services. Seattle IT is hiring a Linux/Unix Administrator (IT Professional B) to keep them secure, reliable, and optimized.
You will join the Unix, Middleware, and Storage Team in the Security and Infrastructure division. In this role, you will drive standards across the full operating system and hardware stack.
The tech you will work with:
OEL 8/9, RHEL 8/9, Ubuntu, and Oracle Solaris 11 with LDoms and Zones
Ansible and Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) for infrastructure automation
KVM virtualization through Oracle OLVM
ZFS, LVM, and XFS file systems, Commvault backup, and SolarWinds monitoring
What you will do: You will automate operations, write shell scripts, apply CIS security benchmarks, and remediate vulnerabilities with the City's Information Security group. You will also join a 24/7 on-call rotation that keeps essential City services online.
The details:
💰 $54.81 to $82.28 per hour
🏢 Hybrid schedule, with a minimum of three days onsite at Seattle Municipal Tower
📅 Apply by 4:00 PM Pacific on October 20, 2026, at governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle
This role supports criminal justice operations. Candidates must pass a Seattle Police Department and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check within six months of hire.
Do you know a sysadmin or infrastructure engineer who thrives on automation and uptime? Tag them in the comments or share this post with your network.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/jobs/5507782/unix-linux-administrator

10/08/2026

Seattle IT is hiring a Workday Product Operations Manager. This leader will shape how thousands of City employees experience HR, payroll, and timekeeping every day.
As product owner for the City's Workday HCM platform, you will set the vision, guide governance, and keep the system reliable, secure, and ready to scale.
What you will lead:
Workday HCM strategy, roadmap, and prioritization
Integrations through EIB, Studio, APIs, and Core Connectors
Testing and deployment of Workday's semiannual releases
A team of Workday analysts and technical specialists, through mentorship and career development
You will also partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT Security, and department leaders to expand automation and modernize processes across the City.
What you bring: Seven or more years of Workday HCM or enterprise HRIS experience, including at least four years leading HR technology teams. You also have proven experience as a product owner for an enterprise application.
The details:
💰 $62.26 to $93.41 per hour ($129,500 to $194,292 annually)
🏢 Hybrid schedule, with a minimum of three days onsite at Seattle Municipal Tower
📅 Apply by 4:00 PM Pacific on October 20, 2026
Your application must include both a resume and a cover letter.
Do you know a Workday leader who wants to make public service work better? Tag them in the comments or share this post with your network.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/jobs/5508974/workday-product-operations-manager

10/08/2026

It’s officially Digital Inclusion Week 2026!

The City of Seattle is incredibly proud to join the movement to ensure everyone has the digital access, skills, and resources they need to succeed. To build a brighter digital future, we have to focus on three things:

SUSTAIN: Securing long-term affordability for internet and devices.

EMPOWER: Teaching the skills needed to navigate the digital world safely.

EVOLVE: Adapting to new tech so no one gets left behind.

The City of Seattle works everyday to support digital equity for every community. How is technology empowering your life today? Send us an email at [email protected]!

10/06/2026

This August, one Seattle IT employee turned heads with a commute unlike any other. Ram Biyani's daily trip from Whidbey Island to the Seattle Municipal Tower combines a scooter, a ferry across Puget Sound, and a leg on the Sounder train, a true multi-modal journey that cuts emissions and congestion along the way.

As part of the City of Seattle's MyTrips program, Ram's story became a department-wide celebration. Colleagues joined in with scooter trivia, route voting, and polls on his biggest obstacles, turning one person's commute into a month of community spirit.
Ram's journey is a reminder that sustainable choices are within reach, and sometimes all it takes is a scooter and a plan. Read the full story to see how he did it.
https://techtalk.seattle.gov/2026/09/24/kick-push-commute-how-one-seattle-it-rider-rolled-into-the-spotlight/

09/11/2026

Free high-speed internet is now within reach for Seattle nonprofits.

If reliable internet stands between your organization and the community you serve, this program is for you.

The City of Seattle is now accepting applications for the Internet for Nonprofits program. Through our partnerships with Comcast and Astound, eligible nonprofits can receive free, business-tier internet to strengthen digital access, support programs, and cut operating costs.

This is part of our commitment to digital equity and affordable internet for everyone in our community.

Who Can Apply?
Seattle-based nonprofits within Comcast or Astound service areas that:
🔹 Serve communities impacted by the digital divide
🔹 Provide digital skills, technology access, or essential social services
🔹 Need reliable, high-speed internet to support their programs, staff, or operations

A Few Details Worth Knowing:
✔️ Awardees receive third-class business-tier internet service
✔️ Service includes the option to renew annually
✔️ Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through December 31, 2026

👉 Ready to apply? Submit your application through the City's FLUXX portal.

Know a nonprofit that could use faster, more reliable internet? Tag them below. 💬

Reliable internet keeps your programs running, your staff connected, and your community served. Now, the City of Seattle can help cover that cost. The Internet for Nonprofits program is open for applications, and it offers free high-speed internet to local nonprofits. What the Program Offers The Cit...

08/27/2026

🏆 Seattle just earned national recognition for putting equity at the center of city decisions.
The City's Racial and Social Equity (RSE) Index won Esri's Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award at the 2026 Esri User Conference. It's a proud moment for our whole community.
So, what is the RSE Index? It's a mapping tool that brings together data on race, ethnicity, socioeconomic conditions, and community health. City departments use it to see where disparities persist and to direct resources and programs where they're needed most.
Created in 2017, the index was a team effort—built in collaboration with the Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD), Seattle IT, the Mayor's Office, and the Office for Civil Rights. 🤝
"This award is especially meaningful because it reflects how teams across Seattle are using data to center equity in the decisions we make," said Rico Quirindongo, Director, OPCD. "We're pleased that the index is helping us move together toward more just and community-focused outcomes."
Want to see how equity priorities are distributed across Seattle neighborhoods? 🗺️ Explore the interactive RSE Index map and take a closer look at your community. https://techtalk.seattle.gov/2026/08/21/city-of-seattles-racial-and-social-equity-index-honored-with-special-achievement-in-gis-award/
Which neighborhood would you look up first?

08/14/2026

Ever tried to submit a leave request and had it vanish into an email black hole? 😅
At Seattle IT, this was a real problem. With 600+ employees and only two HR Business Partners handling every Leave and ADA request, scattered emails and chat messages made the process confusing and slow.
So our Service Design team got to work. 🚀
They evaluated and rebuilt a PowerApp portal that brings leave, ADA, and recertification requests into one clear, easy-to-use place. Then they tested it with real employees to find out what actually worked, and what didn't.
Here's what they fixed:
✅ Simpler navigation and smarter form design
✅ Clear, on-brand visuals that follow City style
✅ Confirmation steps so no one wonders "did that go through?"
The result? A big drop in back-and-forth emails to HR, and managers now point staff straight to the portal as standard practice. 🙌
Curious how human-centered design can transform a clunky process into something people love to use?
Read the full story here 👇
https://techtalk.seattle.gov/2026/08/14/automating-hr-leave-and-ada-requests-at-seattle-it/

Seattle IT is launching a new series highlighting some of the innovative projects shaping how our department delivers services across the city. Each installment will offer a behind-the-scenes look at various teams’ work, the challenges they’re tackling, and the solutions they’re building to im...

08/11/2026

🐾 Hold onto your whiskers, Seattle! Something fur-bulous is coming to City Hall tomorrow! 😻
Kitty Hall is pouncing into Seattle City Hall, and it's shaping up to be the most paw-some meow-nicipal event of the year. This is your purr-fect chance to make some seriously cute paw-litical history.
Here's what's in store for you:
🐱 Meet adorable, adoptable kitties looking for their fur-ever homes
📸 Snap paw-parazzi-worthy photos in a truly hiss-toric setting
🏛️ Feel the fur-bulous community vibes with fellow cat lovers
Don't be a scaredy-cat, this is one visit you'll be purring about for days! Round up your friends, clear your meow-ting schedule, and come join the fun.
Which floof are you most excited to meet? Tell us in the comments below! 👇

07/01/2026

The City of Seattle is hiring a Security Operations Manager to lead our cybersecurity team within Seattle IT's Security and Infrastructure Division.

In this role, you will report directly to the City's Chief Information Security Officer and lead a team of cybersecurity professionals to protect City services, data, and systems using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0.

Key details:
Salary: $62.59–$93.90/hour (targeted up to $92.50/hour)
Work model: Hybrid, with a minimum of three days onsite per week at Seattle Municipal Tower (700 5th Ave, Seattle, WA)

Requirements: Seven years of IT experience with a significant cybersecurity focus, and five years of managerial experience
Preferred certifications: CISSP or CISM

Application requirements: Resume and cover letter
Apply before July 14, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Pacific: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/jobs/5391380/security-operations-manager

06/13/2026

🌡️ Round two of weekend heat tips, Seattle! Let's talk about the little ones who can't always tell us they're overheating: kids and pets.
Hot days hit them harder, so a few simple habits go a long way:
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked car, even for a minute. Temperatures climb fast.
🐾 Walk dogs early in the morning or after sunset, and test the pavement with your hand. If it's too hot for your palm, it's too hot for their paws.
👒 Dress kids in light, loose clothing and keep sunscreen and shade handy.
💧 Set out fresh water for pets indoors and out.
It also helps to know the warning signs of heat exhaustion: heavy sweating, dizziness, nausea, headache, or a fast heartbeat. If you spot these, move to a cool spot, sip water, and rest. If symptoms get worse or someone seems confused, call 911 right away.
You can find more guidance, plus cooling center locations, on our Heat Safety page: https://techtalk.seattle.gov/2026/06/12/keep-cool-and-stay-safe-with-the-city-of-seattle-heat-safety-webpage-3/
How are you keeping your kids and furry friends cool this weekend? Drop your tips below. 👇

People in the Seattle area are uniquely vulnerable to hot weather. Because the region has historically experienced mild summers, homes and businesses often lack cooling systems. To help area residents during heat waves, Seattle IT launched a webpage for heat safety on the City of Seattle’s website...