We are seeking a full-time contractor or employee for a Business Analyst role.
The Worker will perform senior-level business analysis for the Mainframe Transformation Program at the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC). Responsibilities include analyzing and implementing emerging technology projects, with a focus on data-related tasks like data modeling, bridging, error analysis, and flow documentation. The role requires expertise in Microsoft SSIS, MS SQL Server, and Oracle, along with familiarity with Informatica, MuleSoft, COBOL, Java, Salesforce, .NET, Oracle, Snowflake, and GoAnywhere. Duties include developing or reviewing ETL solutions, documenting requirements, assessing business processes, supporting user acceptance testing, and providing research support. This position will support multiple projects, including SaaS/COTS implementations, mainframe data migration, and Data Warehouse development. It requires producing consistent, high-quality deliverables following established methodologies. The role may involve supervising others and operates with significant independence and judgment.
Required Skills:
- Business analysis experience with a focus on data modeling, data flow, and related documentation.
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative, analytical, and communication skills in English; proficient in MS Office, Visio, and SnagIt.
- Hands-on experience in requirements elicitation, client management, technical documentation, traceability, use cases, prototyping, and data modeling.
- Experience facilitating analysis of business and functional requirements and designing technology specifications.
- Skilled in facilitating interactive sessions with business and cross-functional teams.
- Expertise in analyzing Production Support issues, determining root causes, and documenting system or data corrections.
- Ability to assess business impacts, assist clients with system and data error solutions, and develop functional design and system specifications.
- Experienced in guiding user acceptance testing, training, and implementation activities.
- Proficient in SQL, MS SQL Server, SSIS, .NET development, Azure DevOps, Oracle, and data bridge analysis.
Preferred Skills:
- Extensive experience with mainframe environments, including hierarchical databases, relational databases, and their limitations. Proficient in Informatica, MuleSoft, COBOL, Java, Salesforce, Snowflake, and GoAnywhere.
- Skilled in implementing process improvement strategies and methodologies to enhance efficiency.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives and design streamlined processes.
- Experience as a Business Analyst in the Oil and Gas industry, with a focus on compliance, enforcement projects, data management, databases, and data bridges.
- Strong track record of collaborating effectively in diverse teams, resolving conflicts, and managing challenging situations.
- Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or possesses equivalent professional experience.