DEPARTMENTAL SYSTEMS ANALYST (Data Analyst) - Kaygen Inc.

KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.

Job Title: DEPARTMENTAL SYSTEMS ANALYST (Data Analyst)
Location: Los Angeles, CA (3 days onsite)
Duration: 6 Months


Job Summary
Provides Data Governance program support and serves as a liaison between business units, data scientists, and technical teams, by managing, analyzing, and reporting on data to ensure effective data management and collaboration across the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts data analysis and assists business units in identifying data governance needs

• Offers support in developing business terms, a business glossary, metadata tags, and managing data catalog and classification functions
• Produces various reports for functional areas

• Collaborates with staff and business units to identify data challenges and provide support in the development of targeted training programs
• Provides role-based access and data security support to ensure data is controlled and accessible to authorized users and departments
• Provides first-level support to business units for Data Governance tools and training when needed

• Collects data quality use cases and high-level requirements, serving as the liaison between the Data Scientist and technical teams
• Assists in the development and implementation of data policies, standards, and regulatory compliance

• Supports business units in creating reports on data metrics and identifies opportunities to enhance data processes through the Data Governance program
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

May be required to perform other related job duties
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)

• Data analysis and research procedures

• Personal computer hardware and software

• Statistical analysis and data interpretation

Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)

• Listening to users, interpreting needs, and providing support

• Preparing easily consumable reports, professional e-mails, and correspondence

• Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing

• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives

Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)

• Compile, analyze, and communicate system information and data

• Think and act independently

• Find creative solutions to problems

• Handle highly confidential information

• Meet tight time constraints and deadlines

• Train users in implemented systems

• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Economics, Business Administration or a related field

Experience

• 1-3 years of relevant experience supporting business development by identifying challenges and opportunities for improvement within a department.

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• Typical office situation

• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen

Physical Effort Required

• Sitting at a desk or table
• Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions

• Communicating through speech in the English language required

At KAYGEN, we are always looking for dynamic, talented and experienced individuals. We invite you to join our team of talented IT professionals, consulting at client locations across the globe. Our culture is team-orientated; we strive to stand by our core values of respect, honesty and integrity. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information please visit us at www.kaygen.com.

Benefits:

• Free Healthcare Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Free Life Insurance
• Sick Time Off

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