Business Analyst - IT
Allen, TX

Job Description

Job Functions:

* Works as a consultant to the business, applying a strategic approach and focus towards information systems, innovation and business processes, key drivers/metrics of success for the business


* Identifies business unit needs using various analysis techniques such as data flow modeling and workflow analysis. Solicit information through interviews, workshops, and/or existing systems documentation or procedures.


* Lead the effort to develop, collect and analyze metrics and continually improve processes owned by the business unit


* Conduct preliminary research for project requests. Defines project scope and objectives when applicable.


* Act as a lead on key projects for the business unit, in the absence of a project manager.


* Works directly with appropriate business unit personnel to understand project concept, objectives and approach. Takes assigned business unit projects from original concept through final implementation, with minimal guidance


* Develops effective reporting tools


* Works with the technical architects to identify and plan efficient operational systems in support of core business functions and business processes to align with business goal


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



Required Experience:

* Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or other related field or equivalent work experience


* Minimum 3 years of related experience required


* Knowledge and understanding of computer software and applications


* General understanding of programming, database design and development, data sources and data feeds used to populate reports



Competencies:

* Curious and excited by new ideas


* Fluent in the agile mindset


* Energized by a fast-paced environment


* Focused on the team


* Able to understand and translate business needs into leading-edge technology


* Community-focused, dependable and committed


* Exceptionally detail-oriented



EOE including Disability/Veterans