Technical Analyst Job at Saxon Global in Union
Saxon Global, Union, KY, United States
The Data Management group within P&C IT specializes in data movement & integration between disparate systems, utilizing a range of technologies including traditional ETL, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) & XML messaging, industry standards-based bulk file transfers (ACORD), Azure and other cloud-based technologies, and a platform supporting direct data entry into the warehouse.
The Data Management BA program is looking for a business analyst to work within our Data Integration/Warehouse Team. The person who applies for this position should have a unique blend of soft skills, analytical skills, technical skills and agility. He or she is proactive, dependency-aware and can transition seamlessly between a holistic, enterprise perspective and a critical attention to detail. The ideal candidate will quickly acquire an in-depth understanding of the business units served and the products it offers, and can facilitate the negotiation between stakeholders and the development team about what to build, while instilling a keen sense of urgency in that delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Acts as a liaison between business units and IT. Develops and maintains knowledge of customer's business and data needs
- Creates clarity around needs and requests by leading requirements gathering sessions with business unit and end user; documents end user requirements for data capture, program functions, data quality, reports and analysis, and training
- Supports Developers and Data Modelers through the project lifecycle
- Works with QA to develop and execute test plans based on appropriate coverage for the functionality being delivered
- Utilizes understanding of data systems & objects as well as SQL to perform data validations against a variety of data warehouses
- Performs analysis for production support of systems and applications, creates associated documentation and coordinates resolutions
- Works on medium and large size projects with higher levels of complexity
- Supports Portfolio and Program level efforts in helping refine scope, providing initial estimates and other activities as needed
- Is a Subject Matter Expert in one or more areas within data
- Serves as mentor to other Data Business Analysts
- Within a project, drives deliverables across all BA functions
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Proficient analytical, problem-solving, critical-thinking & communication skills
- Knowledge of reporting tools and databases
- Proficient in relational data base tools, including SQL
- Proficient oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to self-manage and stay on track with commitments; resourceful in solving problems and removing impediments
- Ability to think creatively, champion new ideas and challenge the status quo
- Adaptable and effectively cope with rapidly changing business landscape
- 3+ years of related experience as IT or Business Analysis that includes researching, testing, documenting and/or maintaining applications or using applications in a business setting
- Experience in Data Warehousing, Integration, Data Mapping
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
- Agile delivery experience, a plus
- Commercial Insurance experience, a plus
- Development background, a plus
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Candidate must be your W2 Employee :Yes
Exclusive to Apex :No
Face to face interview required :No
Candidate must be local :Yes
Candidate must be authorized to work without sponsorship :Yes
Interview times set : :No
Type of project :Development/Engineering
Master Job Title :Bus. Analyst: Technical
Branch Code :Cincinnati