[Hiring] Senior Systems Programmer/Analyst @BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

Role Description

This position requires a clearance which requires U.S. citizenship to obtain. Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Environment:

• Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

Position Purpose:

• Responsible for ensuring all systems programming decisions maintain the integrity of the overall systems infrastructure.
• Write or debug programs to maintain and control computer systems software, such as operating systems, networked systems, and database systems.
• Provide technical and disaster recovery expertise for systems software.

What You'll Do:

• Diagnose, isolate, and debug software problems and perform problem resolution.
• Identify issues that the vendor is responsible for and refer those issues appropriately.
• Review and design system software and hardware builds analyzing system options and the impact on the overall systems infrastructure.
• Develop and document the framework for integration and implementation for changes to technical standards.
• Coordinate installation, testing, and maintenance of systems software.
• Schedule system downtime in a way that minimizes user impact.
• Review customer requests, security patches, and audit requirements for additions or changes to systems, and evaluate feasibility to determine if/how to handle the request while maintaining an adequate/appropriate overall systems infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance to project team areas as appropriate.
• May evaluate vendor-supplied software packages and make recommendations to IT management.
• In coordination with Project Leads and senior level staff, provide input on proposals that could potentially impact systems.
• Assist in the establishment and implementation of standards and guidelines that guide the design of technology solutions across the enterprise.
• Provide technical and disaster recovery support for systems software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in a job related field.
• Associates degree plus an extra 2 years job-related experience for a total of 10 years of required work experience (see "required work experience").
• 12 total years required work experience.

Requirements

• 8 Years IT experience including extensive systems programming experience.
• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.
• Thorough understanding of operating systems and foundation architecture.
• Extensive knowledge of systems programming, graphical user interfaces, control languages, development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of currently utilized programming productivity tools and their use.
• Advanced knowledge/skills in analyzing system software and making recommendations for performance enhancements.
• Standard office equipment.

Benefits

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage.
• 401K retirement savings plan with company match.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Nine paid holidays.
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations.
• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount.
• Tuition assistance.
• Service recognition.
• Employee Assistance.
• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more.