Senior Analyst, System

HCC•Houston, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Perform complex computer information systems analysis and technical application design and development work. Analyze existing procedures for efficiency and effectiveness. Design, code, and implement new or revised methods that more effectively meet departmental and institutional needs. Apply Application Development Project Management methodologies to all projects, large and small. Prepare charts, diagrams and tables depicting the proposed systems in terms of cost, tasks, and schedule. Prepare Business Process diagrams and other information portraying the movement of work through the organizational elements. Formulate logical descriptions of problems and devises optimum solutions. Monitor and assist in facilitating the progress of assigned projects. Provide regular updates on projects status and on requirements for additional implementations of new functionality and enhancements. Coordinate with Information Technology personnel, consultants and other external resources to ensure efficient and effective resource utilization. Monitor the interface of systems/subsystems and software applicants. Evaluate and recommend action on testing and implementation of software/hardware upgrades. Provide technical support for new or enhanced systems and ancillary applications. Recommend and provide specifications for requirement gaps, interfaces, enhancements and workflow. Serve as a project leader, overseeing the planning, development, troubleshooting, testing and implementation of enhancements to application software systems. Analyze technology needs for business applications. Monitor progress of projects against approved plans and schedules. Research and recommend appropriate hardware, software and network solutions pertaining to application area of responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Computer Science or Engineering required
8 years directly related work experience may be considered in lieu of required degree
5 years experience working with computer information systems required
Experience with PeopleSoft version 9.2 PUMxx online applications for any of the following modules – Finance, Human Resources and Student Administration.
Extensive experience with PeopleCode, PeopleTools; Application Designer, SQR and SQL;
Familiarity with BI Reporting, Crystal Reporting; PeopleSoft portal, Integration Broker, Oracle, LDAP & Solaris preferred
Proficiency in HTML, SQL, XML and Oracle with emphasis on Web related software system design, implementation and support in various genres;
Data Warehousing design, implementation and support experience preferred
Experience with business productivity applications, applying continuous business process improvement techniques preferred
Experience in coding and design of web based solutions required
Experience working in a team environment required
Valid Texas Driver License
MS Office Programs
Information Management Systems
Enterprise Systems and Change Control Processes
Quantitative Methodology

Nice To Haves

PeopleSoft portal, Integration Broker, Oracle, LDAP & Solaris preferred
Data Warehousing design, implementation and support experience preferred
Experience with business productivity applications, applying continuous business process improvement techniques preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze existing procedures for efficiency and effectiveness.
Design, code, and implement new or revised methods that more effectively meet departmental and institutional needs.
Apply Application Development Project Management methodologies to all projects, large and small.
Prepare charts, diagrams and tables depicting the proposed systems in terms of cost, tasks, and schedule.
Prepare Business Process diagrams and other information portraying the movement of work through the organizational elements.
Formulate logical descriptions of problems and devises optimum solutions.
Monitor and assist in facilitating the progress of assigned projects.
Provide regular updates on projects status and on requirements for additional implementations of new functionality and enhancements.
Coordinate with Information Technology personnel, consultants and other external resources to ensure efficient and effective resource utilization.
Monitor the interface of systems/subsystems and software applicants.
Evaluate and recommend action on testing and implementation of software/hardware upgrades.
Provide technical support for new or enhanced systems and ancillary applications.
Recommend and provide specifications for requirement gaps, interfaces, enhancements and workflow.
Serve as a project leader, overseeing the planning, development, troubleshooting, testing and implementation of enhancements to application software systems.
Analyze technology needs for business applications.
Monitor progress of projects against approved plans and schedules.
Research and recommend appropriate hardware, software and network solutions pertaining to application area of responsibility.