Senior Integration Analyst - ID Systems

TWU•Denton, TX

About The Position

The programming role of the senior integration analyst includes defining, developing, testing, analyzing, and maintaining new software applications in support of the achievement of the university’s business requirements. Other roles include consulting with users to identify current operating procedures and to clarify complex program objectives and providing direct planning, development and operational oversight for advanced Information technology systems and is responsible for ensuring the successful integration of both administrative and academic systems. Work is performed under supervision of the Director and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

Requirements

Extensive relational database and operating systems experience.
Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices.
Proficiency in a variety of programming languages.
Prior experience interviewing end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues.
Building technology solutions that control costing, budgeting, risk and financial analysis.
Quality assurance concepts and procedures.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Seven years job related work in computing and/or communications, education environment highly preferred.
Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.
All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.
Methods for cost estimation and risk analysis.
Prototyping procedures.
Requirements gathering.
Case tools and integrated development systems.
Code libraries including third party libraries.
Compilers and interpreters
Configuration management methods
Debuggers and editors.
Documentation systems and knowledge database.
Profilers and logical analyzers.
Source code control.
A Specific development tool such as (e.g., Visual C++, Jbuilder, Xtreme programming, Rapid. Application Development- RAD, RUP (Rational Unified Process))
Test system utilization
Creation of forms and reports.
Data flow and data structure modeling.
Database concepts including tables, data types, instances, fields, connection strings, and records.
Relational, hierarchical and object-oriented database architectures and structure.
Stored procedures.
Conflict Resolution.
Financial Analysis.
Leadership.
Ability to: Operate on independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Communicate effectively orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
Represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
Use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.

Nice To Haves

Technology and network systems certifications preferred.
Additional job-related experience/and/or education may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Managing without Authority.
Mentoring.
Preparing and administering performance reviews.
Project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project).
Risk analysis.

Responsibilities

Assists in planning and implementation of technology initiatives.
Supports systems and procedures for reporting of information resources and institutional data.
Assists with acquisitions management, technology budgeting and resource allocation.
Provides lead support in development, testing and support of the institutional risk management program for business continuity, security and disaster recovery.
Analyzes and assesses existing business systems and procedures.
Assists in the definition, development, and documentation of software’s business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal users and departments.
Assists in defining software development project plans, including scoping, scheduling, and implementation.
Researches, identifies, analyzes, and fulfills requirements of all internal and external program users.
Collaborates with developers, programmers, and designers in conceptualizing and development of new software programs and applications.
Serves as a resource for the university and regulatory and governmental agencies, regional operation companies, regulated service providers, vendors and telecommunications organizations.
May be required to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Performs other duties as requested.