Application Support System Analyst at Nesco Resource
Fort Worth, TX
About the Job
Job Purpose
Responsible for maintaining and supporting all Credit Union business applications and technical tools and utilities needed to support these applications including software, interfaces, networking and connectivity, databases, etc.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Manages the daily administration, support, maintenance, database administration, proactive monitoring, moving development software into production, system performance and capacity, software compatibility and upgrades, vendor management, application and system run book documentation for over 140 business applications
Performs tier 3 escalation for all software applications hosted internally and externally and works closely with other IT functional areas and vendors to troubleshoot, debug, communicate, document, resolve and prevent system outages and disruptions 24x7
Provides feedback and documentation to the design team and Service Desk as necessary to adjust standards and procedures
Coordinates with Testing and QA to create, refresh and stage testing environments
Adheres to the software release schedule, software compatibility matrix, and change management
Communicates to all levels of the organization and assists and follows up on any scheduled or unscheduled system outages
Oversees vendor management, vendor relations and escalation, enforcement of service level agreements and monitoring and ensuring vendor alignment with business strategic direction
The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and confidentiality of all account and related information which is part of their work and for ensuring that his/her work is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including, but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, management information systems or related field, or four years of equivalent technical experience
Strong knowledge of the financial services industry, and credit union's departments, products and systems
Extensive technical skills related to software applications
Proficiency and practical experience with Episys financial application, SQL, Microsoft Operating Systems and tools, AIX and PowerOn programming.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with database and programming fundamentals, networking technologies, hardware components, and interfaces and middleware
Experience with Java, HTML, .Net, web services, Netapp SAN, IBM hardware, VMWare, Cisco networking, and Citrix
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Skilled in Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) gained through either work experience with the software or education and hands-on use of the software
Ability to demonstrate proficiency to multi-task, plan, schedule, and organize
Ability to work well under stress, manages competing priorities, and meets deadlines
Ability to demonstrate a proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement, user satisfaction, and adherence to standards
Ability to exercise excellent troubleshooting skills to analyze problems objectively
Ability to think logically with attention to detail and a focus on follow-up
Ability to demonstrate results-driven, strong decision making skills
Ability to exercise strong vendor management skills and work collaboratively to achieve results
Ability to be on-call 24/7 and willingness to work flexible shifts
Ability to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills & exercise effective interpersonal skills
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time while operating a computer
Ability to maintain satisfactory performance and attendance
Ability to pass applicable pre-hire compliance checks
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Responsible for maintaining and supporting all Credit Union business applications and technical tools and utilities needed to support these applications including software, interfaces, networking and connectivity, databases, etc.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Manages the daily administration, support, maintenance, database administration, proactive monitoring, moving development software into production, system performance and capacity, software compatibility and upgrades, vendor management, application and system run book documentation for over 140 business applications
Performs tier 3 escalation for all software applications hosted internally and externally and works closely with other IT functional areas and vendors to troubleshoot, debug, communicate, document, resolve and prevent system outages and disruptions 24x7
Provides feedback and documentation to the design team and Service Desk as necessary to adjust standards and procedures
Coordinates with Testing and QA to create, refresh and stage testing environments
Adheres to the software release schedule, software compatibility matrix, and change management
Communicates to all levels of the organization and assists and follows up on any scheduled or unscheduled system outages
Oversees vendor management, vendor relations and escalation, enforcement of service level agreements and monitoring and ensuring vendor alignment with business strategic direction
The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and confidentiality of all account and related information which is part of their work and for ensuring that his/her work is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including, but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, management information systems or related field, or four years of equivalent technical experience
Strong knowledge of the financial services industry, and credit union's departments, products and systems
Extensive technical skills related to software applications
Proficiency and practical experience with Episys financial application, SQL, Microsoft Operating Systems and tools, AIX and PowerOn programming.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with database and programming fundamentals, networking technologies, hardware components, and interfaces and middleware
Experience with Java, HTML, .Net, web services, Netapp SAN, IBM hardware, VMWare, Cisco networking, and Citrix
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Skilled in Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) gained through either work experience with the software or education and hands-on use of the software
Ability to demonstrate proficiency to multi-task, plan, schedule, and organize
Ability to work well under stress, manages competing priorities, and meets deadlines
Ability to demonstrate a proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement, user satisfaction, and adherence to standards
Ability to exercise excellent troubleshooting skills to analyze problems objectively
Ability to think logically with attention to detail and a focus on follow-up
Ability to demonstrate results-driven, strong decision making skills
Ability to exercise strong vendor management skills and work collaboratively to achieve results
Ability to be on-call 24/7 and willingness to work flexible shifts
Ability to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills & exercise effective interpersonal skills
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time while operating a computer
Ability to maintain satisfactory performance and attendance
Ability to pass applicable pre-hire compliance checks
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
