Senior Systems Analyst (Information Systems Analyst II Option A)

State of Illinois•Springfield, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a Senior Systems Analyst performing complex system design and development tasks in web application design, construction and maintenance. Conducts and coordinates investigative and analytical studies of complex system functions and operations, determining and selecting effective approaches to resolve complex problems or enhance the efficiency of existing systems. Serves as a lead developer coordinating analysis and programming functions on web development assignments of high complexity. Serves as a team lead providing technical guidance, system information and instruction to other IT team members, assisting with specific work issues requiring a broader knowledge of subject matter processing. Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience analyzing object-oriented programming languages and developing applications using .NET Framework/Core, ASP.NET, C#.NET, and MVC or MVVM patterns to deliver complex system designs and solutions.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience leveraging Entity Framework and front-end technologies including, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and JQuery/JavaScript, to design, construct, and maintain responsive, user-focused web applications.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in database design and administration using SQL Server, Microsoft Access, and SharePoint, including integration with web applications for optimized performance and scalability.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience implementing cloud-based solutions using Azure Fundamentals (resource management, identity and access control, cloud architecture principles), Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, and deployment strategies) and Azure Data Services (Azure SQL Database, Azure Storage) to support application development.
Requires the ability to verify identity.
Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
Requires the ability to pass a position-specific, agency required background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.
Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds.
Requires ability to travel in performance of duties.
Requires ability to work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines.
Requires ability to serve on call and rotation for call outs on system programs.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing object-oriented programming languages and developing applications using .NET Framework/Core, ASP.NET, C#.NET, and MVC or MVVM patterns to deliver complex system designs and solutions.
Three (3) years of professional experience leveraging Entity Framework and front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and JQuery/JavaScript, to design, construct, and maintain responsive, user-focused web applications.
Three (3) years of professional experience in database design and administration using SQL Server, Microsoft Access, and SharePoint, including integration with web applications for optimized performance and scalability.
Three (3) years of professional experience implementing cloud-based solutions using Azure Fundamentals (resource management, identity and access control, cloud architecture principles), Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, and deployment strategies) and Azure Data Services (Azure SQL Database, Azure Storage) to support application development.
Three (3) years professional experience serving as a lead developer and team leader in an Information Technology environment, providing technical guidance and coordinating complex web development assignments.
Ability to coordinate and direct the work of associates to achieve project objectives and deliver desired results within established timelines.
Ability to analyze and resolve complex system problems, recommend solutions, and improve operational efficiency through targeted debugging and research.
Developed verbal and written communication skills to clearly present technical information, system recommendations, and project updates to stakeholders and team members.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across teams and departments, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing in a dynamic IT environment.

Responsibilities

Serves as a Senior Systems Analyst for the Department of Innovations & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois State Police (ISP) performing complex system design and development tasks in web application design, construction and maintenance.
Conducts and coordinates investigative and analytical studies of complex system functions and operations, determining and selecting effective approaches to resolve complex problems or enhance the efficiency of existing systems.
Serves as a lead developer coordinating analysis and programming functions on web development assignments of high complexity.
Serves as a team lead providing technical guidance, system information and instruction to other IT team members, assisting with specific work issues requiring a broader knowledge of subject matter processing.
Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility