Sr. System Analyst

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Sr. System Analyst who will be a part of advancing the institutions proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

JOB SUMMARY

Perform complex computer information systems analysis and technical application design and development work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Analyze existing procedures for efficiency and effectiveness.

Design, code, and implement new or revised methods that more effectively meet departmental and institutional needs.

Apply Application Development Project Management methodologies to all projects, large and small.

Prepare charts, diagrams and tables depicting the proposed systems in terms of cost, tasks, and schedule.

Prepare Business Process diagrams and other information portraying the movement of work through the organizational elements.

Formulate logical descriptions of problems and devises optimum solutions.

Monitor and assist in facilitating the progress of assigned projects.

Provide regular updates on projects status and on requirements for additional implementations of new functionality and enhancements.

Coordinate with Information Technology personnel, consultants and other external resources to ensure efficient and effective resource utilization.

Monitor the interface of systems/subsystems and software applicants.

Evaluate and recommend action on testing and implementation of software/hardware upgrades.

Provide technical support for new or enhanced systems and ancillary applications.

Recommend and provide specifications for requirement gaps, interfaces, enhancements and workflow.

Serve as a project leader, overseeing the planning, development, troubleshooting, testing and implementation of enhancements to application software systems.

Analyze technology needs for business applications.

Monitor progress of projects against approved plans and schedules.

Research and recommend appropriate hardware, software and network solutions pertaining to application area of responsibility.

May work flexible work schedule as needed