Systems Analyst I

Air InfoSec•Austin, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Systems Analyst I will support the Texas Health and Human Services Commission on its information systems initiatives. This role involves analyzing user requirements, procedures, and operational problems to automate processing or improve existing computer systems. The Systems Analyst confers with personnel across organizational units to identify problems and determine input, output, and reporting requirements. This position writes detailed descriptions of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer programs. The Systems Analyst also reviews system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine feasibility of requested changes. This role typically follows established guidelines and does not require extensive independent judgment.

Requirements

2 years of experience analyzing user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or improve existing computer systems.
2 years of experience writing detailed descriptions of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer systems.
2 years of experience reviewing computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine feasibility of requested program changes.
2 years of experience solving problems related to scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing programs, and troubleshooting computer systems.
Candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of the Austin, Texas work location. Out-of-state candidates planning to relocate will not be accepted.
Total estimated hours per candidate shall not exceed 528 hours for FY26.
Services are expected to start on or around July 6, 2026, and be completed by August 31, 2026.
This position has a plan to be extended for FY27.
Candidates may be required to work outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as requested.

Responsibilities

Analyze user requirements, procedures, and operational problems to automate or improve existing computer systems.
Confer with personnel of involved organizational units to identify current operational procedures and challenges.
Determine specific input and output requirements, including data input forms and report formats.
Write detailed descriptions of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify programs.
Review computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to assess feasibility of requested changes.
Identify alternative solutions to business objectives and problems.
Perform studies and cost/benefit analysis of proposed alternatives.
Solve problems related to scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing programs.
Troubleshoot computer systems to resolve identified issues.
Coordinate with agency staff to ensure system changes align with operational needs.