Companion Data Services (CDS)
Senior Business Systems Analyst
Companion Data Services (CDS), Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Summary
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Description
Position Purpose:
Defines customer needs in technical and business contexts. Ensure the proposed technical and business solutions meet the customer's objectives for the work effort. Provide guidance with planning and prioritization of business analysis activities in support of large, high-visibility project and support efforts. Provide guidance for less experienced staff to ensure they remain on target for meeting customer requirements.
What You’ll Do:Elicit and document user requirements to meet a business objective. Sets customer expectations on feasibility. Identify and validate requirements and organize the information into a logical document using business analysis models that are understood by the customer and Information Systems.Act as the Subject Matter Expert for one or more lines of business on various projects. Mentor less experienced business systems analysts.Ensure understanding of why the business solution was chosen and guide both technical and customer departments in the development of the systems.Facilitate the transfer of knowledge about the "big picture" direction of the business units to others who support them. Provide guidance to less experienced team members so they can transfer this knowledge to technical departments.Ensure the accurate deployment of solutions through review of problem logs, assisting with test plans and test matrices, and other analysis activities.Provide the business direction for system changes.Validate the business need for solutions to business problems and process improvements.
Required Education:Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Work Experience:8 years of IT business analysis experience.
Degree Equivalency:Associate's degree plus 2 years of job-related work experience for a total of 10 years required experience.12 years of job-related work experience.
Required Skills And Abilities:Demonstrated expertise in the concepts of the supported business unit.Demonstrated knowledge of standard industry practices and procedures for the business unit.Able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, including the ability to express complex technical and business concepts to all management levels, peers, and the business units.Able to act as a liaison between the business unit and I/S.Able to influence and negotiate solutions to business problems.Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.Understands how IT affects an organization and is able to link it to business processes.Excellent analytical and conceptual skills.Able to read and comment on test plans and test matrices, project plans, and scope and design documents.Has a conceptual understanding of project management techniques.
Required Software And Tools:Microsoft Office.
What We Prefer You To Have:Experience with CMS Fee for Service system support functions such as release management and production support.
What We Can Do For You:We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.
Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage401K retirement savings plan with company matchLife InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locationsWellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discountTuition assistanceService recognitionEmployee AssistanceDiscounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
What To Expect Next:After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications required proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application.
Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some states have required notifications. Here's more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Description
Position Purpose:
Defines customer needs in technical and business contexts. Ensure the proposed technical and business solutions meet the customer's objectives for the work effort. Provide guidance with planning and prioritization of business analysis activities in support of large, high-visibility project and support efforts. Provide guidance for less experienced staff to ensure they remain on target for meeting customer requirements.
What You’ll Do:Elicit and document user requirements to meet a business objective. Sets customer expectations on feasibility. Identify and validate requirements and organize the information into a logical document using business analysis models that are understood by the customer and Information Systems.Act as the Subject Matter Expert for one or more lines of business on various projects. Mentor less experienced business systems analysts.Ensure understanding of why the business solution was chosen and guide both technical and customer departments in the development of the systems.Facilitate the transfer of knowledge about the "big picture" direction of the business units to others who support them. Provide guidance to less experienced team members so they can transfer this knowledge to technical departments.Ensure the accurate deployment of solutions through review of problem logs, assisting with test plans and test matrices, and other analysis activities.Provide the business direction for system changes.Validate the business need for solutions to business problems and process improvements.
Required Education:Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Work Experience:8 years of IT business analysis experience.
Degree Equivalency:Associate's degree plus 2 years of job-related work experience for a total of 10 years required experience.12 years of job-related work experience.
Required Skills And Abilities:Demonstrated expertise in the concepts of the supported business unit.Demonstrated knowledge of standard industry practices and procedures for the business unit.Able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, including the ability to express complex technical and business concepts to all management levels, peers, and the business units.Able to act as a liaison between the business unit and I/S.Able to influence and negotiate solutions to business problems.Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.Understands how IT affects an organization and is able to link it to business processes.Excellent analytical and conceptual skills.Able to read and comment on test plans and test matrices, project plans, and scope and design documents.Has a conceptual understanding of project management techniques.
Required Software And Tools:Microsoft Office.
What We Prefer You To Have:Experience with CMS Fee for Service system support functions such as release management and production support.
What We Can Do For You:We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.
Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage401K retirement savings plan with company matchLife InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locationsWellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discountTuition assistanceService recognitionEmployee AssistanceDiscounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
What To Expect Next:After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications required proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application.
Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some states have required notifications. Here's more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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