IT Help Wanted: [itroundtable] Job Lead - Senior Business Analyst

Monday, June 1, 2009

[itroundtable] Job Lead - Senior Business Analyst - Bala Cynwyd, PA

Please self-screen and contact the recruiter (Curtis Ward) if you are a fit. Please mention my name.

Regards,

Peter Lutz

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From: Curtis Ward <cward@infinity-cs.com>
Date: Mon, Jun 1, 2009 at 10:34 AM
Subject: Curtis Ward ICS
To: Peter Lutz <lutzpf@gmail.com>

Peter,

Do you know anyone who would express serious interest in that position?

Bala Cynwyd, PA

Overview:  (75K-90K on the base – Bonus Eligible and Full benefits)

The Senior Business Analyst (SBA) performs all the duties described for the Business Analyst position plus is able to work independently on more complex system functions and offer guidance to BAs when requested.

The SBA will work on multiple requests simultaneously, for more than one user department, and at a high level of quality in a timely manner.  The SBA will plan projects and provide status reports to IT and User management on regular schedules.  The SBA will realize when a request is out of scope or poses unusual time or technical challenges and notify IT Management in a timely manner.

The SBA will demonstrate a high level of expertise in overall systems design, including work process flows, database structures, data integrity and consistency and will be knowledgeable about the insurance business in general and will become knowledgeable about the detail workings and requirements of assigned User Departments.

Position & Responsibilities:

-       Perform all the duties of a Business Analyst

-       Actively participate in IT design reviews to ensure compatibility and interoperability of computing systems.

-       Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.

-       Perform cost analysis for proposed systems.

-       Lead special projects as assigned by IT management

-       Provide advice and recommendations on emerging IT trends

-       Provide advice and consultation to BAs on more difficult and complex assignments

Requirements & Qualifications:

-       College diploma or university degree in the field of business administration, computer science, finance, or information systems and/or 5-10 years related work experience.

-       5-10 years work experience with insurance applications.

-       Proven experience with business and technical requirements analysis, modeling, verification and methodology development.

-       Working knowledge of any SQL-based query language.

-       Strong knowledge of system testing and software quality assurance best practices and methodologies.

-       Demonstrated project management skills.

-       Able to exercise independent judgment and take action on it.

-       Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills.

-       Excellent understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.

-       Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

-       Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail.

-       Highly self motivated and directed.

-       Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure.

 -       Strong customer service orientation.

-       Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

-       Extensive practical knowledge in importing data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts.

Work Conditions:

-       Occasional evening and weekend work to meet deadlines.

-       Sitting for extended periods of time.

-       Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components.

-       Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.

-       Some travel may be required for the purpose of off-site software and system applications testing.

Best Regards,

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