Apex Systems, an IT staffing and workforce solutions firm, provides recruiting and staffing services to large and small companies alike. Founded in 1995 by thre
Business Analyst III
Location
Ohio
Posted
19 days ago
Salary
$72 - $81 / hour
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Business Analyst III
Apex Systems
Business Analyst III Employee Type: Contract Remote: Yes Location: Virtual, OH, US Pay Range: $72 - $81 per hour Job#: 3035604 Job Description: Location: Remote (OH, US) Length: 6 months Pay: $72-$81 JOB DESCRIPTION ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Evaluate current Power BI environment, rebuild fresh reports/dashboards to eliminate complexity and unused / unnecessary data sources. - Ability to work independently, meet with line of business and ask questions to gain an understanding of their requirements. Critical thinking skills would then take those requirements and break them down into the lowest level what so that functional design can be completed. - Ability to collaborate with team members that are more technical and communicate those requirements in a way that allows the tech team members to understand them and determine the proper technical design. - Conduct research and Development based on current trends and technologies related to the banking industry, data engineering and architecture, data security, and related topics. - Provide Support and troubleshooting for data platforms. - Plan and work on internal projects as needed, including legacy system replacement, Monitoring and analytics improvements, tool Development, and technical documentation. - Provide guidance and mentoring for other team members. - Manage and prioritize multiple assignments. - Organize project information, track progress, and proactively identify and resolve blockers or issues. - Evaluate tool capabilities and compatibility with MFA and PAM solutions to support IAM strategy. - Facilitate risk-based conversations with stakeholders to drive informed decision-making. - Develop and maintain PowerBI dashboards for executive reporting and performance tracking. - Assist in defining project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility. - Build and maintain a pipeline for future IAM-related work to support long-term security objectives. MUST HAVE SKILLS - Hands-on PowerBI Experience - Analytical - Strong Communications Skills - Able to run meetings - Problem Solving and Critical Thinking NICE TO HAVE SKILLS/Experience - Financial Crimes/Financial Industry knowledge - Familiarity with Single Sign On Technologies and Terminology (SAML, OAuth, OIDC, MFA) MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: - Bachelor's degree in business/technology or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Strong communication skills- Must be able to communicate ideas both verbally and in writing to management, business and IT sponsors, and technical resources in language that is appropriate for each group. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills when resolving data related issues or designing new solutions - Technical skills - PowerBI - Proven experience developing and maintaining dashboards and reports using Microsoft PowerBI, including data modeling and visualization best practices - Experienced in SDLC and can assist in Project Management. Able to understand release management protocols and manage important tasks for implementation. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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