Distributed Computer Systems Consultant

Distributed Computer Systems Consultant

This position is responsible for performing business analysis of mission-critical systems, documenting the analysis to division standards, facilitating requirement and design sessions, developing analysis of alternative solutions, developing cost benefit analyses, analyzing risks, developing project and communications plans, developing quality standards, analyzing security requirements, and developing consensus on scope, budget, schedule. The employee will have a strong knowledge of the mission-critical Information Technology systems used by the division, their key users, data interchange requirements, structure of data contained in the systems and security requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Developing flow charts, test plans, instruction manuals, data dictionaries, reports, system documentation, security roles, backup, and other maintenance jobs as required.
• Primary technical disciplines should be SQL server, Visual Studio, .NET based application development framework.
• Develop plans for installing, configuring, testing, and implementing upgrades to Information Technology applications development framework (specifically, SQL server upgrades,.NET, Visual Studio, IIS, web services, etc).
• Responsible for data and database analysis, administration, and performance tuning of SQL database and related IT framework.
• Provide senior-level helpdesk support for DBS line of business applications such as Aware, RSVP, SSRA, and QPIS.
• Answer questions regarding the usage of the applications.
• Coordinating information gathering needed to submit questions to vendors support desks.
• Leading and participating in testing for upgrades to applications.
• Directs other professional and technical staff in planning, analysis, design, and implementation of mission-critical applications.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and modification of policies, procedures, standards, methodologies, and architecture.
• Special projects and other duties as requested. Travel may be required to complete assigned duties.

Who We're Looking For:

The incumbent will demonstrate accountability and support towards the goals of agency leadership and communicate the same to other employees. This includes support to leadership on all program related actions and activities, and as otherwise directed. The incumbent must always model, demonstrate, and guide other employees in the use of the principles of flexibility, adaptability, and approachability - while adhering to applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures.

The employee must be productive under tight time frames, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance expectations – sometimes under stressful conditions. The employee must maintain and practice a current understanding of DOE and DBS policies and guidelines regarding information security. The employee must interact courteously with others. The employee must always promote and demonstrate a positive work environment.

The employee's performance and behavior must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function of this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification/Experience or

Education:

Three (3) to five (5) years of professional and relevant experience in computer systems analysis, computer programming, planning or designing distributed computer systems, computer sciences, or management information systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to:
Applicants who meet both professional and educational experience. Applicants who have direct experience in related field.