Application Analyst

Job Description

Hybrid - Must be local
Contract to Hire - approx. 3 months based on performance
This job is for an application coder/developer. The applicate will need to have experience with programming languages. Examples: sql, html, Java, JavaScript, C#


Knowledge of Oracle EBS, .net, OAF are a plus
POSITION SUMMARY:
Professional work that performs or assists in the planning, analysis and implementation of information technology systems. Consults with business users to determine technology/application system requirements. May provide technical advice and counsel to less experienced analysts.


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Proficient - Working understanding of the required competencies, both proficient and advanced skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully apply them under general supervision.


Proficient knowledge of:
• Information systems analysis, design, programming and installation.
• Programming languages and coding techniques.
• Computer hardware, software and data communications functionality and capability.
• Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) deliverables and tools.
• Basic process management, performance tracking and measurement tools.
• Information Technology Library Infrastructure (ITIL) framework and best practices.


Proficient skill in:
• Designing and developing seamless connections between systems.


Advanced skill in:
• Using the Technology Services change management process.
• Using and supporting various client based applications.
• Testing application installations, enhancements and upgrades.


Proficient ability to:
• Set priorities and establish a systematic course of action to ensure accomplishment of objectives on time and within budget.
• Deal with some ambiguity and make decisions with limited information.
• Exercise creativity and imagination in approaching assignments.
• Quickly grasp new ideas and concepts.
• Work well within a team and assist others with their assignments.
• Acquire and maintain basic knowledge of the business of Client and Technology Services products.
• Research and acquire knowledge of developing information technology trends and emerging technologies.
• Identify what issues need to be communicated and inform others.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers.
• Use advanced communication skills, orally and in writing, with users of varied backgrounds and experience.
• Follow through with commitments.


EXAMPLES OF PROFESSIONAL WORK:
• Consults with internal customers to identify and analyze current operational processes and systems and assists in recommending technology solutions, hardware and software, that meet business goals.
• Participates in evaluating user requests to determine feasibility; estimate cost and time requirements; and assess compatibility with existing system configuration.
• Consults with users to map current operating procedures and clarify application objectives.
• Establishes decision matrix and procedures for system, job flow and database restoration.
• Coordinates work-arounds and recoveries.
• Installs and tests hardware and software and evaluates suitability and compatibility.
• Coordinates the implementation of programs, products, job flows, subsystems and databases.
• Monitors production systems and databases and initiates aversion, correction and restoration actions.
• Monitors accuracy, completeness, clarity, accessibility and timeliness of project and user documentation.
• Resolves operating problems, provides technical assistance and training to users in application enhancements and upgrades.
• Promulgates and enforces established technical and procedural standards.
• Plans, constructs or alters programs to support performance tracking.
• Assists in preparing documented proposals.
• Assists in managing vendor relationships.
• May assist with planning for the reengineering of existing applications, replacing inadequate applications and enhancing or expanding current applications.
• Assists in disaster recovery testing.
• Resolves escalated problems and refers new and unusual problems or situations to a higher level.
• Participates in ongoing training to continuously upgrade technical knowledge and skills.
• Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.

OPEN REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Development/Engineering or similar degree and two (2) years' experience in the specific discipline or application being recruited.
OR
Six (6) year combination of education, training and experience