Company:
Abacus Service Corporation
Location: Austin
Closing Date: 19/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Solicitation Reference Number
(phone number removed)
Customer Name
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Category
Applications/Software Development
Customer Entity Name
Health and Human Services Commission
Title
Systems Analyst
Level
Systems Analyst 3
Posted Date
7/10/2024
Estimated Hours
1,984
SSR Status
Posted
Number of Positions
1
Status
New
# of Resumes Allowed
1
Candidates Submitted
Full/Part Time
Full Time
IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)
RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445
Solicitation Reference Number: (phone number removed)
Working Title: Systems Analyst 3
Title/Level: Systems Analyst 3
Category: Applications/Software Development
Full Time
I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
Level Description
8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Job Description
Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.
Additional job details and special considerations
The Department of Information Resources (DIR) requires the services of a Data Engineer hereafter referred to as Worker, who meets the general qualification of Systems Analyst 3, Emerging Technologies and the specifications outlined in this document for Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Information Technology.
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire” and are the property of the HHSC. HHSC may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Workers) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by the Texas law. HHSC will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Worker(s).
HHSC IT is continuing to develop an HHS Performance Portal pilot initiative with a goal to accomplish the following:
• Implementation and configuration of the infrastructure for the performance portal pilot
• Design, development, and implementation (DD&I) of the performance portal using an agile methodology for all standard SDLC phases that includes, but is not limited to:
o Validation of performance metric requirements
o Creation of Epics/User Stories/Tasks
o Automation of data acquisition from a variety of data sources
o Development of complex SQL scripts
o Testing – integration, load and stress
o Deployment / publication internally and externally
• Operations support and enhancement of the Performance Portal pilot
This development effort will utilize an agile methodology based upon the approach currently in use at HHSC for the Texas Integrated Eligibility Redesign System (TIERS). As a member of the agile development team, the worker responsibilities may include:
• Filling the role of a technical leader, leading an agile development team through a project.
• Data acquisition from a variety of data sources for multiple uses.
• Developing complex SQL scripts to transform the source data to fit into a dimensional model, then to create views and materialized views in Oracle.
• Developing automation with Informatica Power Center/IICS to pull data from external data sources and transform it to fit into a dimensional model.
• Collaborating with other members of the Data Engineering Team on the design and implementation of an optimal data design.
• Verification and validation of SQL scripts, Informatica automation and database views.
• Developing automated means of performing verification and validation.
• Participating in all sprint ceremonies
• Work closely with the Architects and Data Engineering Team on implementation designs and data acquisition strategies.
• Develop mockups and work with customers for validation
• Working closely with other members of the team to address technical problems
• Assisting with the implementation and configuration of developmental tools
• Producing and maintaining technical specifications, diagrams, or other documentation as needed to support the DD&I efforts
• Participation in requirements and design sessions
• Interpreting new and changing business requirements to determine the impact and proposing enhancements and changes to meet these new requirements
• All other duties as assigned.
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years
Required/Preferred
Experience
17
Required
Experience designing and developing complex Oracle SQL scripts that are fast and efficient
17
Required
Experience in interfacing with ETL tools such as Informatica PowerCenter, IICS, ADF and supporting ETL jobs.
15
Required
Experience writing UNIX scripts
10
Required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience as a system analyst for a data analytics, performance management system, or data warehousing project.
10
Required
Technical writing and diagraming skills, including proficiency with modeling and mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Erwin), and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and MS Project.
8
Required
Experience with JIRA software
8
Required
Experience making technical presentations and working closely with customers
8
Required
Experience acquiring and integrating data from multiple data sources/technologies using Informatica Power Center for use by a Tableau data visualization object. Data source techs should include Oracle, SQL Server, Excel, Access and Adobe PDF.
8
Required
Experience working with Snowflake
10
Preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
10
Preferred
Effectively manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize conflicting assignments, and switch quickly between assignments, as required.
10
Preferred
Proven ability to write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
5
Preferred
Understanding of security principles and how they apply to healthcare data
4
Preferred
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business or equivalent experience.
2
Preferred
Prior experience in the Healthcare Industry
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 09/03/2024 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1984 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.
The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.
The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
TERM OF SERVICE (Required)
Services are expected to start on or around September 01, 2024, and are expected to be completed by August 31, 2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1984 hours for FY25. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
WORK HOURS AND LOCATION (Required)
A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.
B) The primary work location will be 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751.
Position will be 4 days remote with 1 day (Tuesdays) required to be onsite at the location listed above. Program will allow candidates who are within the State of Texas, specifically around Austin, TX and other surrounding cities within Austin Metro Area.
C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker's and/or Vendor's expense.
D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to 100 percent of the time.
E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.
OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)
By Phone
In person
Through Microsoft Teams
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A vendor's submission of a candidate may be disqualified if :
The vendor fails to add the candidate to competitive solicitation, or RFR, in the DIR ITSAC Portal.
Another vendor submits the same candidate for the same competitive solicitation, also known as a request of resume (RFR).
The vendor submits more than one candidate for the same competitive solicitation, or RFR.
The vendor submits a candidate after the response period for a competitive solicitation, or RFR.
The vendor fails to format the email subject line properly, when submitting a candidate for a competitive solicitation, or RFR:
Proper Formatting: Solicitation Number, Vendor Name, Candidate First and Last Name, Position Type and Level
Example: (phone number removed), Sanders Technologies, Jane Doe, Project Lead 3
The vendor fails to follow any other instructions noted in the competitive solicitation, or RFR.
Solicitation Reference Number
(phone number removed)
Customer Name
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Category
Applications/Software Development
Customer Entity Name
Health and Human Services Commission
Title
Systems Analyst
Level
Systems Analyst 3
Posted Date
7/10/2024
Estimated Hours
1,984
SSR Status
Posted
Number of Positions
1
Status
New
# of Resumes Allowed
1
Candidates Submitted
Full/Part Time
Full Time
IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)
RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445
Solicitation Reference Number: (phone number removed)
Working Title: Systems Analyst 3
Title/Level: Systems Analyst 3
Category: Applications/Software Development
Full Time
I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
Level Description
8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Job Description
Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.
Additional job details and special considerations
The Department of Information Resources (DIR) requires the services of a Data Engineer hereafter referred to as Worker, who meets the general qualification of Systems Analyst 3, Emerging Technologies and the specifications outlined in this document for Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Information Technology.
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire” and are the property of the HHSC. HHSC may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Workers) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by the Texas law. HHSC will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Worker(s).
HHSC IT is continuing to develop an HHS Performance Portal pilot initiative with a goal to accomplish the following:
• Implementation and configuration of the infrastructure for the performance portal pilot
• Design, development, and implementation (DD&I) of the performance portal using an agile methodology for all standard SDLC phases that includes, but is not limited to:
o Validation of performance metric requirements
o Creation of Epics/User Stories/Tasks
o Automation of data acquisition from a variety of data sources
o Development of complex SQL scripts
o Testing – integration, load and stress
o Deployment / publication internally and externally
• Operations support and enhancement of the Performance Portal pilot
This development effort will utilize an agile methodology based upon the approach currently in use at HHSC for the Texas Integrated Eligibility Redesign System (TIERS). As a member of the agile development team, the worker responsibilities may include:
• Filling the role of a technical leader, leading an agile development team through a project.
• Data acquisition from a variety of data sources for multiple uses.
• Developing complex SQL scripts to transform the source data to fit into a dimensional model, then to create views and materialized views in Oracle.
• Developing automation with Informatica Power Center/IICS to pull data from external data sources and transform it to fit into a dimensional model.
• Collaborating with other members of the Data Engineering Team on the design and implementation of an optimal data design.
• Verification and validation of SQL scripts, Informatica automation and database views.
• Developing automated means of performing verification and validation.
• Participating in all sprint ceremonies
• Work closely with the Architects and Data Engineering Team on implementation designs and data acquisition strategies.
• Develop mockups and work with customers for validation
• Working closely with other members of the team to address technical problems
• Assisting with the implementation and configuration of developmental tools
• Producing and maintaining technical specifications, diagrams, or other documentation as needed to support the DD&I efforts
• Participation in requirements and design sessions
• Interpreting new and changing business requirements to determine the impact and proposing enhancements and changes to meet these new requirements
• All other duties as assigned.
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years
Required/Preferred
Experience
17
Required
Experience designing and developing complex Oracle SQL scripts that are fast and efficient
17
Required
Experience in interfacing with ETL tools such as Informatica PowerCenter, IICS, ADF and supporting ETL jobs.
15
Required
Experience writing UNIX scripts
10
Required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience as a system analyst for a data analytics, performance management system, or data warehousing project.
10
Required
Technical writing and diagraming skills, including proficiency with modeling and mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Erwin), and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and MS Project.
8
Required
Experience with JIRA software
8
Required
Experience making technical presentations and working closely with customers
8
Required
Experience acquiring and integrating data from multiple data sources/technologies using Informatica Power Center for use by a Tableau data visualization object. Data source techs should include Oracle, SQL Server, Excel, Access and Adobe PDF.
8
Required
Experience working with Snowflake
10
Preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
10
Preferred
Effectively manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize conflicting assignments, and switch quickly between assignments, as required.
10
Preferred
Proven ability to write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
5
Preferred
Understanding of security principles and how they apply to healthcare data
4
Preferred
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business or equivalent experience.
2
Preferred
Prior experience in the Healthcare Industry
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 09/03/2024 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1984 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.
The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.
The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
TERM OF SERVICE (Required)
Services are expected to start on or around September 01, 2024, and are expected to be completed by August 31, 2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1984 hours for FY25. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
WORK HOURS AND LOCATION (Required)
A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.
B) The primary work location will be 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751.
Position will be 4 days remote with 1 day (Tuesdays) required to be onsite at the location listed above. Program will allow candidates who are within the State of Texas, specifically around Austin, TX and other surrounding cities within Austin Metro Area.
C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker's and/or Vendor's expense.
D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to 100 percent of the time.
E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.
OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)
By Phone
In person
Through Microsoft Teams
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A vendor's submission of a candidate may be disqualified if :
The vendor fails to add the candidate to competitive solicitation, or RFR, in the DIR ITSAC Portal.
Another vendor submits the same candidate for the same competitive solicitation, also known as a request of resume (RFR).
The vendor submits more than one candidate for the same competitive solicitation, or RFR.
The vendor submits a candidate after the response period for a competitive solicitation, or RFR.
The vendor fails to format the email subject line properly, when submitting a candidate for a competitive solicitation, or RFR:
Proper Formatting: Solicitation Number, Vendor Name, Candidate First and Last Name, Position Type and Level
Example: (phone number removed), Sanders Technologies, Jane Doe, Project Lead 3
The vendor fails to follow any other instructions noted in the competitive solicitation, or RFR.
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