IT Applications Analyst (Healthcare Experience Preferred)

Drive critical business applications, solve complex technology challenges, and help power exceptional service across Liberty Dental Plan. At Liberty Dental Plan, technology plays a vital role in delivering quality service and supporting our mission. We are seeking a collaborative and analytical IT Applications Analyst who thrives on problem-solving, enjoys working across teams, and is passionate about optimizing business-critical applications. In this role, you will serve as a key connector between business stakeholders, IT teams, and application vendors, ensuring our systems operate efficiently while driving continuous improvement and innovation. About the Role The IT Applications Analyst is responsible for supporting and maintaining enterprise applications, coordinating issue resolution, analyzing data, and managing application enhancements. You will play an important role in ensuring operational stability while helping deliver technology solutions that meet evolving business needs. What You'll Do Provide technical support for enterprise applications and troubleshoot production issues Coordinate issue resolution with business users, vendors, and internal IT teams to ensure stable application operations. Perform production data analysis, validation, and approved data updates using Microsoft SQL Server. Maintain data integrity and adhere to established change management processes. Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, vendors, infrastructure teams, and application architects. Track application enhancements, defect remediation efforts, and project deliverables. Manage dependencies related to APIs, integrations, environments, infrastructure, and system access. Develop a strong understanding of business processes and application functionality to support operational success. Provide functional guidance and requirements clarification to vendors and technology partners. Document business requirements and minor enhancements. Support testing activities, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and implementation efforts. Review vendor estimates, validate scope and assumptions, and help ensure solutions align with enterprise standards. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field Required At least 2 years of experience in Application Support, Application Analysis, or a related IT role. At least 2 years of application development experience (.NET, Java, C#, or similar technologies). Experience supporting enterprise applications in a business environment. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Experience with incident management, root cause analysis, and change management practices. Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server, including query writing, data analysis, troubleshooting, data validation, and updates. Understanding of APIs, system integrations, and application interfaces. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across teams. Preferred Qualifications Healthcare insurance industry experience. Vendor management and project coordination experience. Why Join Liberty Dental Plan? Make a meaningful impact by supporting business-critical technology solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business leaders, and external partners. Gain exposure to enterprise applications, systems integrations, and organizational technology initiatives. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance operational effectiveness and service delivery. Join a mission-driven organization committed to delivering exceptional experiences to the communities we serve. Work Environment This position is performed in a professional office environment and involves extensive computer use, typing, and prolonged periods of sitting. Location Our employees are distributed in office locations in multiple markets across the United States. We are unable to hire or allow employees to work outside of the United States. Please note: Healthcare or dental industry experience preferred What Liberty Offers Happy, healthy employees enhance our ability to assist our members and contribute more actively to their communities. That's why Liberty offers competitive and attractive benefit packages for our employees. We strive to care for employees in ways that promote wellness and productivity. We offer a first-class benefits package that includes: Comprehensive medical coverage through Anthem, with affordable premiums and multiple plan options - including an HDHP with HSA eligibility . 100% employer-paid dental insurance and low-cost vision coverage for employees and dependents. 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting, employer match, Roth option, and access to professional financial advice. Short-term disability and a variety of voluntary benefits , including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance. Generous paid time off , including vacation and sick leave with rollover options, plus 10 paid company holidays and a wellness day. Additional benefits including company-paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, an employee perks program, and flexible work options for eligible positions. Compensation In the spirit of pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 , not including fringe benefits or potential bonuses. At Liberty, your final base salary will be determined by factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience. We are committed to pay equity and also consider the internal equity of our current team members when making final compensation decisions. Please note that the range listed represents the full base salary range for this role. Typically, offers are not made at the top of the range to allow for future salary growth. Liberty Dental Plan commits to maintaining a work environment that acknowledges all individuals within the workplace and will continue to engage in practices that are inclusive of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to have every person within the organization have a sense of belonging while encouraging individuals to unleash their full potential. Liberty will leverage diverse perspectives in building high performance teams and organizational culture. Liberty Dental Plan will continue to strengthen and develop external partnerships by providing equitable health care access and improving population health in the communities we serve. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment, recruitment, promotions, and transfers, as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Sponsorship and Relocation Specifications Liberty Dental Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer / VETS / Disabled. No relocation assistance or sponsorship available at this time. Please Note: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship, including F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr Remote Jobs