Business System Analyst - Advanced

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Grand Rapids, MI

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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Full-time

Competitive Total Compensation Package

Overview: Perform technology functions to include but not limited to business and systems analysis, application development and process improvement. Serve as a liaison between the business area and the IT organization when needed. Identify, document and communicate system and process changes necessary to improve system and operational performance measures. Possess an in-depth knowledge of line of business while contributing to the identification, analysis and recommendation of technical process improvement initiatives. Design, create and implement technical solutions. Support complex business processes.<br /> <ul> <li>Design and develop reports and data delivery to accommodate changing business requirements. Investigate, resolve and escalate problems.</li> <li>Adhere to policies and procedures supporting audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Train and educate users on new and existing tools. Coach and transfer knowledge to less experienced team members.</li> <li>Other duties may be assigned.</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <strong>Business Analysis</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Conduct data gathering and analysis to understand business strategy requirements. Provide direction for short and long-term planning sessions and provide direction to ensure understanding of business goals and direction.</li> <li>Evaluate ongoing department activity and propose new tools or technologies Assist in the business process redesign and documentation as needed for new technology.</li> </ul> <strong>Application Development</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Assist in the application development process for multiple applications to ensure application software is delivered on time and within budget.</li> <li>Ensure all system development lifecycle processes and standards are followed.</li> <li>Design, code, test, debug, document, implement and maintain complex business applications. Provide ongoing maintenance of applications.</li> <li>Provide analytical support related to business applications, infrastructure and technology related activities.</li> </ul> <strong>Systems Analysis</strong><br /> <ul> <li>May serve as subject matter expert related to interface problem identification, triage and resolution of complex inquiries. Discuss users&rsquo; needs and determine vulnerabilities or areas of poor performance to boost productivity, efficiency and accuracy in our computer systems. Develop system solutions by preparing and evaluating alternative workflow solutions.</li> <li>Perform release management and end to end testing of system changes.</li> <li>Identify, investigate, resolve and escalate problems a needed. Gather data to support recommendations to address problems. Procure additional technical assistance to help in problem resolution.</li> </ul> <strong>Process Improvements</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Work as a team member or lead on medium or large process complex improvement initiatives supporting the business customer(s)/services(s).</li> <li>Analyze and evaluate business requirements and current processes and interfaces to identify gaps and areas of improvement.</li> <li>Develop process requirements and recommendations and communicate for the implementation of technical business solutions.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.</li> <li>Five (5) years of relevant technical or business work experience required.</li> <li>Experience in managing cross-functional teams or projects required.</li> <li>Advanced knowledge preferred in : <ul> <li>system development life cycle</li> <li>process design, re-engineering, and organization transformation, Six Sigma, CMMI or ITIL</li> <li>computer programming languages</li> </ul> </li> <li>Strong technical, analytical, systems skills.</li> <li>Display innovation in identifying, proposing, and overseeing the execution of business solutions.</li> <li>Written and verbal communication skills interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Ability to provide technical or business guidance to clients, both internal and external.</li> <li>Ability to work independently, or within a team environment.</li> <li>Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job.</li> </ul> <strong>Departmental Requirements:</strong><br />Strong knowledge and working experience in the following:<br /> <ol> <li>Developing and supporting Microsoft SQL Server Integrated Services (SSIS) packages</li> <li>Advanced SQL query language skills</li> <li>Developing end-user applications and interfaces</li> <li>Documenting user requirements, developing conceptual and detailed design</li> <li>Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server database development and support.</li> <li>C# application development experience (preferred)</li> <li>Experience with SQL Server Management Studio (preferred)</li> </ol>