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Workday Business Analyst
Attain Partners 4.2
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
Attain Partners is an innovative consulting firm dedicated to disrupting the status quo to change the world and improve the lives of those we touch. From strategy to technology and everywhere in between, our experts use their unique skills to advance the important missions of education, nonprofit, healthcare, and state and local government clients.
People are at the center of all we do, and that's why we empower career growth, provide industry-leading benefits packages, encourage a flexible work environment, and foster a culture of inclusion to support the needs of our team. We share a collective passion for our mission and our people. Guided by our seven core values, The Attain Way, our vision is the foundation of our culture-to be and
attain
the best.
Job Description
Attain Partners is seeking a skilled Workday BusinessAnalyst with hands-on experience configuring and optimizing Time Tracking, Payroll, Absence, and Scheduling modules to support a state government client in sustainment of their recently deployed Workday solution. This role is responsible for gathering business requirements, implementing configuration updates, updating documentation, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring alignment with operational goals. The ideal candidate will partner closely with HR, Payroll, and IT stakeholders to enhance system efficiency and ensure Workday functionality supports evolving business needs.
Work Location Requirements: This is a hybrid position that requires on-site work in Providence, RI on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Key Responsibilities
Respond to user submitted tickets to determine if system configuration updates or validation changes are required, or if it is a training issue.
Perform configuration updates, system testing, and validation of Workday functionality in accordance with change management processes.
Translate business needs into system requirements and develop functional design documentation.
Support Workday releases by reviewing upcoming features, identifying relevant changes, and recommending adoption strategies.
Troubleshoot system issues, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain configuration documentation and contribute to the Workday knowledge base.
Support end-user training and communication efforts for configuration changes.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3-5 years of experience as a Workday BusinessAnalyst or Functional Consultant.
Demonstrated experience configuring and supporting Time Tracking, Payroll, Absence, and/or Scheduling modules.
Strong understanding of Workday business processes and data dependencies across HCM and Payroll, including demonstrated experience configuring and supporting Time Tracking, Payroll, Absence, and/or Scheduling modules.
Proven ability to manage multiple configuration requests and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment
Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
Preference for Workday certification in one or more relevant modules (Time Tracking, Payroll, Scheduling or Absence Management).
Preferred Qualifications
Workday Pro Certification in one or more relevant modules (Time Tracking, Payroll, or Absence).
Experience with Workday Reporting and Calculated Fields.
Prior consulting experience with higher education, nonprofit, or public sector clients.
Familiarity with Agile project methodologies and JIRA or similar tools.
Additional Information
Attain Partners values your mental, emotional, and physical health and wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package starts on your first day of employment and includes benefits such as:
Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage, HSA and FSA accounts, life and disability insurance, fertility and family planning benefits, and employee assistance and discount programs
11 paid federal holidays and flexible unlimited time off (UTO)
Generous 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
Flexible career paths - our career tracks provide advancement, mobility, and flexibility as you continue to grow with us
A healthy environment where we value unique experiences, and care about everything that makes you, you.
Attain Partners is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Individual base salary for this position is unique to each candidate and will be commensurate with experience, education, and skills, ranging from $150,000 - $170,000. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Interested in this position but the compensation isn't quite right? Let us know your expectations, and we'll see if we can make it happen based on your qualifications.
Attain Partners is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. For more Information visit EEO, EEO Poster Supplement, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
$150k-170k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
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Business Analyst
FM 3.9
Senior business analyst job in Johnston, RI
Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world's largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.
**Summary**
The Underwriting Data Analytics team is seeking a BusinessAnalyst to join their team. The BusinessAnalyst is responsible for the collection, evaluation, understanding, and communication of business requirements involved in the development of new or the modification and ongoing support of existing enterprise business applications. May lead the business analysis process on small projects or participate with other businessanalysts on larger projects.
The BusinessAnalyst in Underwriting Data Analytics will work closely with the department's subject matter experts on analytical projects. They will work with members of the staff underwriting community and those outside of it to clearly communicate business needs, perform necessary analysis, and engage appropriate members of the department when needed. This role will provide ample opportunity to broaden the successful applicant's understanding of FM's data, business processes, and systems.
**Schedule & Location**
This is a full-time office-based position in Johnston, RI.
+ Responsible for system requirements definition, testing, implementation, and support of business applications or components thereof that meet or exceed the expectations of FM's employees and customers. This may be the complete effort on a small project, or for a portion of a larger project.
+ Uses industry standard analysis techniques to uncover business requirements, such as data flow modeling, use-case analysis, and workflow analysis. On a small project, may determine the techniques used for this work.
+ Documents the results of analysis activities using the appropriate templates and tools. May develop these templates and tools for use on a small project.
+ Initiates interaction and works closely with other development groups to ensure an integrated business solution.
+ Represents all or a portion of business needs on a project team, depending on the size of the project.
+ Demonstrates solid understanding of FM's business and business processes within one or more areas.
**Required Education**
+ Bachelors Degree
**Required Work Experience**
+ 2+ years of general business analysis experience (a combination of experience and education will also be considered)
+ Proven experience with techniques and tools utilized in functional design, data analysis, and data flow diagramming. Experience determining techniques and tools to use.
+ Proven experience gathering requirements, functional design, and influencing business processes of moderate complexity.
+ Proven ability to work in technical environments that use tools involved in data flow diagramming, data analysis, issue tracking, and documentation and presentation.
**Required Skills**
+ Demonstrated knowledge of FM's current/planned technological environment and the appropriate technologies, tools, and techniques used to solve business problems.
+ Proven ability to multi-task and establish priorities for own work to meet deadlines.
+ Excellent interpersonal, oral/written communication and organizational skills.
The hiring range for this position is $74,080-$133,900 annually. This position is advertised as three levels and based on the finalist's skills and experiences, final job grade and salary will be communicated to the finalist of choice. This position is open as a BusinessAnalyst, BusinessAnalyst II or SeniorBusinessAnalyst and the final title will be confirmed based on the new hire's skills and experience.
The final salary offer will vary based on individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.
$74.1k-133.9k yearly 6d ago
Business Analyst -Supplier Engagement & Innovation
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island 4.7
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
Pay Range:
$64,600.00 - $96,800.00
Please email HR_Talent_************************** if you are a candidate seeking a reasonable accommodation for the application and/or interview process.
At BCBSRI, our greatest resource is our people.
We come from varying backgrounds, different cultures, and unique experiences. We are hard-working, caring, and creative individuals who collaborate, support one another, and grow together. Passion, empathy, and understanding are at the forefront of everything we do-not just for our members, but for our employees as well.
We recognize that to do your best work, you have to be your best self.
It's why we offer flexible work arrangements that include remote and hybrid opportunities and paid time off. We provide tuition reimbursement and assist with student-loan repayment. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance as well as programs that support your mental health and well-being. We pay competitively, offer bonuses and investment plans, and are committed to growing and developing our employees.
Our culture is one of belonging.
We strive to be transparent and accountable. We believe in equipping our associates with the knowledge and resources they need to be successful. No matter where you're at in the organization, you're an integral part of our team and your input, thoughts, and ideas are valued.
Join others who value a workplace for all.
We appreciate and celebrate everything that makes us unique, from personal characteristics to past experiences. Our different perspectives strengthen us as an organization and help us better serve all Rhode Islanders.
We're dedicated to serving Rhode Islanders.
Our focus extends beyond providing access to high-quality, affordable, and equitable care. To further improve the health and well-being of our fellow Rhode Islanders, we regularly roll up our sleeves and get to work (literally) in communities all across the state-building homes, working in food pantries, revitalizing community centers, and transforming outdoor spaces for children and adults. Because we believe it is our collective responsibility to uplift our fellow Rhode Islanders when and where we can, our associates receive additional paid time to volunteer.
What you will do:
2 - 3 Days On-Site in Providence, RI
Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to track, measure, report and evaluate vendor classification status, Tier II program and any additional data related strategies adopted for the program.
Identify and attend engagement opportunities to ensure a comprehensive vendor pool
Manage, review and respond to inquiries from various internal channels
Work with the marketing and communications teams to maintain and update relevant content on the company's intranet and website
Identify qualified, prospective small and prospective vendors that are representative of a comprehensive enterprise ecosystem, inclusive of certified non-traditional suppliers, socially disadvantaged, small and historically underutilized enterprises and facilitates introductory discussions with procurement associates and/or business owners
Develop relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure understanding of and engagement with supplier engagement & innovation initiatives and provide consultative support to internal business owners to design, streamline, and manage the engagement with vendors.
Work with internal and external stakeholders to assist in the development of a supplier engagement & innovation training, mentoring and networking program
Seek out, identify and execute on participation of local events and opportunities (i.e. trade shows, markets, educational seminars, web tutorials etc.)
Perform other duties as assigned.
What you'll need to succeed:
Bachelor's degree in business management, communications, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Five or more years of experience in supply chain management, supplier engagement, small business support, data analytics
Strategic and critical thinking skills
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret the data to communicate trends and best practices
Strong business acumen and political savvy
Strong negotiation skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people in individual and group settings
Strong organizing skills, with the ability to prioritize and respond to shifting deadlines and work independently
Strong time management skills
Strong attention to details
Ability to manage diverse and deadline-oriented workflow
Work effectively with a diverse workforce
Travel required
The extras:
Experience building relationships with business and business stakeholders
Knowledge of BCBSRI business activities or previous healthcare industry experience
Location:
BCBSRI is headquartered in downtown Providence, conveniently located near the train station and bus terminal. We actively support associate well-being and work/life balance and offer the following schedules, based on role:
In-office: onsite 5 days per week
Hybrid: onsite 2-4 days per week
Remote: onsite 0-1 days per week. Permitted to reside in the following states, pending approval from the Human Resources Department: Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia
Our culture of belonging at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) is at the core of all we do, and it strengthens our ability to meet the challenges of today's healthcare industry. BCBSRI is an equal opportunity employer.
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$64.6k-96.8k yearly Auto-Apply 44d ago
Lead Business Analyst
Maximus 4.3
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
Description & Requirements At Maximus, we lead with purpose-helping government agencies deliver programs that improve lives. We are seeking a Lead BusinessAnalyst to provide strategic leadership in managing requirements, guiding project teams, and ensuring operational excellence. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders, driving solutions that meet complex business needs and exceed expectations.
***This is a fully remote position. Requires 5% travel. 100% mileage reimbursed at federal rate***
Why Join Maximus?
- • Competitive Compensation - Quarterly bonuses based on performance included!
- • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.
- • Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
- • Unlimited Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and sick leave,
- • Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- • Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
- • Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.
- • Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.
- • Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
- • Professional Development Opportunities- Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain effective processes for managing requirements, developing business processes, and providing production support to the operation.
- Lead and implement the design, analysis, interpretation and evaluation of a variety of reports, internal/external resource documents and surveys.
- Lead and own activities related to Business Requirement Documents process.
- Analyze existing systems, programs, policies, and organizational processes and recommend enhancements and improved solutions.
- Design and implement process improvements that enhance customer service and optimize business operational efficiency and quality.
- Conduct statistical analyses and evaluates a wide variety of information to assess operational difficulties and develop solutions to complex problems, including escalated issues Independently develop and implement modeling and evaluation processes to determine the effectiveness of current operational activities.
- Provide oversight and perform research and gap analysis to determine and improve effectiveness of all operational documentation.
- Serve as a liaison between business ops and system team for the planning, implementation and maintenance of programs and contractual changes.
- Communicate status, risks, and issues to the Systems Analysis and Design Director, senior management and/or the client, as appropriate.
- Monitor BA activities with the Systems Analysis and Design Director to ensure that all business analysis activities are allocated appropriately and executed as planned.
- Ensure all business requirements and business processes are adequately documented.
- Lead cooperative efforts among members of a project team.
- Manage efficient execution of business meetings with internal project staff, client staff, and/or project vendors.
- Act as advisor to project team members to resolve problems.
- Provide support to operation senior staff, division managers and program managers.
- Develop high quality communications suitable for clients.
- Work effectively with internal and external business partners in the delivery of solutions.
- Maintain extensive and comprehensive working knowledge of all assigned programs and projects.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Program Specific Requirements:
- BABOK certified preferred
- Write complex SQL queries preferred
- Analyzing provider policy and resulting business process changes or similar experience required
- At least 3+ years Medicaid provider experience / Medicaid provider enrollment experience
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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
Minimum Salary
$
100,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
150,000.00
$94k-124k yearly est. Easy Apply 8d ago
Data Analyst/Business Data Analyst
Kelly Recruiting
Senior business analyst job in Warwick, RI
We have a great opportunity with one of our clients for a Data Analyst/Business Data Analyst role. please see the below for more information: Data Analyst/Business Data Analyst Duration: 6 months Job Description:
The BA will be responsible for querying data from existing databases and combining with other data.
They will create presentations on campaign performance and work with the business to answer ad-hoc questions.
May work with other businessanalysts and data analysts on more complex analysis.
Researches and analyzes basic and complex issues surrounding the processes and systems of an organization.
Makes recommendations surrounding improving processes, efficiency and practices.
Not looking for heavy finance experience, but background in insurance, marketing analysis, campaign analysis or Google Analytics would be a plus.
Must have excellent PowerPoint and written presentation skills and good interpersonal skills as this person may be working across teams.
For immediate consideration, please email us a copy of your resume!
Additional Information
$74k-101k yearly est. 2d ago
Contact Center Business Analyst II
ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
The Reporting, Forecasting & WFM Developer will collaborate with the workstream leads to build the Quality Management, Workforce Management and Reporting systems per the defined designs. Additionally, the developer will manage code and component testing, participate in progress stand-up meetings and provide input on build methodology expertise.
+ Coordinates with content developers and graphics designers to ensure that needs are technically feasible, translating detailed designs into executable software.
+ Provides technical site maintenance and advice on moderately complex issues related to animation, search engine techniques, link integrity, navigation, browsers, graphics, and other technical web developments.
+ Prepares functional specifications from which programs will be written and then designs, codes, debugs, and documents programs.
+ Develops the requirements of a product from inception to conclusion. Tests, debugs, and refines the software to produce the required product
+ Designs user interfaces of interactive web applications including ADA 508, and cross browser compliance.
+ Maintains compliance with standards and conventions in developing programs.
+ Develops required specifications for simple to moderately complex programs or problems.
+ Conducts systems tests, monitors test results, and takes appropriate corrective action for the non-routine issues.
+ Creates coded unit tests and works with Testers/Information Assurance to address program and/or security findings.
+ Prepares required documentation, including block diagrams, logic flow charts and software program documentation.
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field or equivalent relevant experience.
+ 2-5 years of experience with programming or web development activities.
**Other Job Specific Skills**
+ Must be detail oriented, as well as able to work well with clients.
+ Experience with Java, C#, Python, XML, JavaScript, , or other programming languages in order to design and develop prototypes from the ground up.
+ Participate in all phases of software development with a focus on design, development, and implementation using Java, C#, SQL, Javascript, or other programming language.
+ Experience developing scalable databases and applications against a relational database such as Oracle or SQL Server preferred.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
+ Must work efficiently within multiple teams.
+ Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, and work in a closed environment with others.
+ Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology.
+ Strong problem solving, logic, and analytic skills.
+ Applies knowledge of technologies, applications, methodologies, processes and tools to support a client, project or entity.
+ Familiar with and utilized best programming standards and practices in a professional capacity.
+ Experience in information system design, including application programming on large-scale case management systems and the development of software to satisfy design objectives
**Compensation Ranges**
Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.
**EEO Requirements**
It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.
All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.
**Disclaimer**
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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EEO Requirements
It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.
All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.
$60k-86k yearly est. 35d ago
Test Analyst - Mobile Testing
Avance Consulting Services 4.4
Senior business analyst job in Cranston, RI
Hi, I hope you are doing good. I have a job opportunity related to your profile with one of our client, please find below Job Description for your review. If you are interested and available for the following position then please send your updated resume in word format along with your contact details to discuss further.
Role: Test Analyst - Mobile Testing
Duration: Full Time
Location: Cranston, RI
Qualifications
Basic
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• At least 2 year of experience with Information Technology
Preferred
· At least 2 years of end to end testing
· Hands on experience in various testing methodologies, Defect Management Process, Test Strategizing and Test Planning
· Strong automation framework development experience, with hands on experience in any of the automation tools like UFT or Selenium
· Relevant domain experience in Digital Banking, Mobile Testing for Android and Apple Devices
· Skills: Analytical abilities, Strong Technical Skills, Communication skills, ability to work in a multiple / diverse stakeholders environment, People coordination
· Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
$62k-82k yearly est. 2d ago
Lead Business Systems Solutions Analyst
Lumen 3.4
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.
We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.
**The Role**
Consulting-level, technical professional. We are seeking an individual with a passion for cloud AI/ML initiatives, eager to drive innovation and leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems. Experience in a specialty or professional field and strong business acumen. Understands advanced principles, theories, and concepts. Works on complex or unique issues and leverages critical thinking skills to resolve problems. Exercises broad latitude in determining and executing objectives and approaches to assignments. Acts independently toward general results. Empowered to modify or adapt standard procedures to meet different situations. Contributes to the establishment of the organization's strategic goals.
**The Main Responsibilities**
- Enhances the alignment between business processes and information technology
- Facilitates broad discussion to align business units to common solutions
- Coaches subject matter experts through the program or project lifecycle to ensure execution
- Responsible for actively resolving day-to-day technology needs, including system or process analysis
- Understands technical problems and solutions in relation to the current, as well as the future business environment
- Suggests plans to integrate new and existing processes
- Provides input and supports planning and prioritization for business process engineering related activities
- Identifies processes for improvement
- May need to document existing processes
- Identifies and analyzes gaps between current processes and the desired stated
- Develop process performance measures and plans the transition to a new process
- Provides counsel and leadership on future use of technology and business process improvements
**What We Look For in a Candidate**
- Bachelors degree or equivalent education and experience.
- 5-10 years related experience.
**Compensation**
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$103,711 - $138,281 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY
$108,896 - $145,195 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$114,082 - $152,109 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA
Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.
Learn more about Lumen's:
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Bonus Structure
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Requisition #: 340577
**Background Screening**
If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (************************************* . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**Equal Employment Opportunities**
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
**Disclaimer**
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.
$114.1k-152.1k yearly 37d ago
Business Intelligence Analyst
Rxvantage
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
As the Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst you will be responsible for analyzing customer use cases and business objectives to inform analytics and BI. The BI Analyst will use data analysis and cross-functional collaboration to deliver data-powered insights and dashboards that support RxVantage life science and sales organizations. Key duties include collecting business requirements, defining metrics and visualizations that meet the business needs, and delivering internal-facing Tableau dashboards.
At RxVantage we transform how medical practices engage with life sciences resources and expertise to improve patient care. Our platform intelligently connects healthcare providers with the precise life sciences experts that they need, when they need them. As a result, medical practices stay on the cutting edge of patient care without disrupting workflows. Trusted by more than tens of thousands of healthcare practitioners and all major life sciences companies, RxVantage has powered millions of educational exchanges between healthcare teams and life sciences companies.
What you'll be doing:
Partner with key stakeholders to understand internal and external (client) analytic needs and logic
Collaboratively define success and develop measurement frameworks
Gather, analyze, and interpret business requirements
Produce documentation in alignment with RxVantage standards for business intelligence dashboards
Ensure consistency in metric names, calculations, and delivery so that metrics always match across dashboards and with the agreed upon definition
Demonstrate SME regarding data (domains, sources, use) relevant to RxVantage use cases
Gain insights into the business aspects of life sciences, healthcare providers, and pharmaceutical industries to tailor dashboards that meet specific use cases
Build scalable, performant BI solutions for addressing internal analytic needs
Independently work through a Jira backlog of user requests, communicating status, and meeting agreed upon delivery dates
Provide input on backlog creation and due dates.
Comply with the RxVantage Tableau security framework
Benefits:
Competitive Salary
100% Company-Paid Premiums for Employee's Medical Health (HDHP 4500), Vision, and Dental Plans + $4,400 company sponsored contribution into an HSA
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Life Insurance
401k Matching
Work from Anywhere within the US
Flexible PTO
100% Paid Parental Leave
Post-Parental Leave Program - $5k stipend to assist with expenses, 4 week 100% paid “Ease-Back” return to work transition period
Charitable donation matching
Location:
Our “Work from Anywhere” philosophy is aimed at making sure that we recruit a diverse range of thought leadership to ensure that our technology is better able to serve local health care providers. Our goal is to hire the country's top talent and allow them to create an environment within the U.S. where they can do their best work.
About Our Organization:
At RxVantage, we're a small company with a big mission: to connect healthcare providers with the right life science experts and resources they need, exactly when they need them, to improve patient care. We've built a software platform that's changing the way providers learn about the latest medical advancements and technologies. Every year, our platform powers over 1 million educational exchanges between medical practices and life science companies, making it easier for them to stay informed and provide better care.
We have a proven product, a strong mission, and a passionate team. Now, we're looking for talented people to help us grow even more. If you're driven, eager to make an impact, and ready to be part of something meaningful, we want to hear from you!
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RxVantage is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to ensuring that we represent the local communities where our health and wellbeing providers serve as pillars of support to our family, friends, and neighbors. Our representation within these communities allows us to embody a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives; and provide an inclusive environment for our team to feel empowered to be their authentic selves, without fear of harassment or discrimination.
$73k-100k yearly est. Auto-Apply 12d ago
Sr Principal Business Applications Analyst
UKG 4.6
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
Why UKG: At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do.
We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you.
Job Summary
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Business Applications Analyst to drive and manage cross-functional transformation initiatives that align with our company's strategic objectives. This role requires a dynamic leader with a proven ability to transform business processes and functions through effective cross-functional teaming, rigorous program management, and exceptional communication. The ideal candidate will serve as a thought leader and change agent, driving innovation and operational excellence across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
- Thought Leadership: Recommend creative and innovative solutions to strategic business problems leveraging industry best practices and insights from the analysis of internal and external data.
- Operational Improvements: Identify inefficiencies and lead efforts to streamline operations and improve productivity.
- Strategic Initiative Execution: Partner with Business Leads to support the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead teams across departments (e.g., Sales, Finance, Operations, Product, Technology) to ensure seamless integration and execution of transformation efforts.
- Program Management: Create project plans, manage timelines, budgets, risks, and resources, and ensure successful delivery of transformation projects.
- Change Management: Design and implement change management strategies to support adoption and sustainability of new processes and technologies.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to ensure transparency, alignment, and buy-in.
- Performance Monitoring: Track metrics that will monitor the success of transformation initiatives; adjust strategies based on performance data.
- Communication & Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, concise updates to stakeholders and leadership. Create visualizations and presentations to communicate project status, risks, and recommendations.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in program management, business transformation, or strategic operations.
- Proven track record for partnering with cross-functional teams and delivering significant business impact (e.g., Finance, Sales, Operations, Product Development, Customer Experience, Customer Success or Cloud), with a strong understanding of their KPIs and operational models.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
- Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma) strongly preferred.
- Experience with enterprise project management tools (e.g., Asana, MS Project, Smartsheet). Service Now SPM a plus.
Success Metrics
- Measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
- Positive stakeholder feedback and high adoption rates of new processes or systems.
- Timely and on-budget delivery of transformation projects.
Company Overview:
UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com.
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The pay range for this position is $145,600.00 to $200,000.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at *********************************************
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$145.6k-200k yearly 5d ago
Mortgage Business Analyst
Solomonedwards 4.5
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
About Us SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC ("SolomonEdwards") is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational, and technology consulting and operations support. We work with some of the world's most prominent companies to help them envision and achieve a better future. We know that our consulting services are only as meaningful as the people and talent behind them, and we are committed to recruiting incredibly talented, committed, collaborative individuals who can help us deliver exceptional client service. For more information, visit SolomonEdwards
Position Summary:
SolomonEdwards is looking for a Mortgage BusinessAnalyst for one of its mortgage clients to perform daily loan reviews to ensure the accuracy of loan findings. You will provide support in managing a broad variety of departmental operations including special projects, strategic planning processes and initiatives, and conducting data integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency analysis and reporting. As the Mortgage BusinessAnalyst, you will develop interim automated solutions to assist various departments, create exception reporting, and automate routines in addition to various other department-related activities.
Position Locations:
Phoenix, AZ
Tampa, FL
St. Louis, MO
Plano, TX
Essential Duties:
- Create and produce regular compliance reports that serve to hold the division accountable for meeting defined targets.
- Serve as a point person to interact with internal and external clients to facilitate various complex projects and presentations.
- Assist business units with developing interim business tools to facilitate an increased level of efficiency.
- Support the Operations team with data analysis and problem-solving.
- Draft policies and procedures for the different department roles and responsibilities.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
- Demonstrate behaviors that are aligned with the organization's desired culture and values.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field required.
- Financial Services and, if possible, mortgage industry experience preferred.
Skills and Job-Specific Competencies:
- Highly proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Must possess superior analytical skills.
Travel Requirements: No travel will be required, unless at the client's discretion.
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities upon request to enable them to perform essential functions. This role may require mobility to attend in-person meetings, sitting or standing for extended periods, and the use of telephone, computer, or other electronic communication devices.
Salary Range: SolomonEdwards values your unique and individual experience and background. As such, we take a comprehensive approach when determining compensation for our roles. The compensation for this specific role is based on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to, education, licensure and certifications, location, experience, and training. A reasonable estimate for the current hourly range for this role is $20-24.
Benefits: We are committed to providing health and financial stability by offering a comprehensive suite of benefits. Benefits include access to top-tier employers and job opportunities, health insurance, sick leave, and 401(k).
Inclusion and Diversity Statement: SolomonEdwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All employees, including managers and supervisors, are responsible for upholding our EEO and diversity principles. Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.
We value the contribution and wisdom of the team. At SolomonEdwards, we have built a vibrant and inclusive community. Our team members are curious, committed, and diverse. In keeping with our mission to build value through people, we cultivate a culture where differences are celebrated, and all members are treated fairly and equitably. Employees, business partners, and our extended stakeholder family are empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives; and to be their whole selves.
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$20-24 hourly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Senior Consultant, Business Analyst (Salesforce)
Cardinal Health 4.4
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
**_What Business Analysis contributes to Cardinal Health_** Information Technology oversees the effective development, delivery, and operation of computing and information services. This function anticipates, plans, and delivers Information Technology solutions and strategies that enable operations and drive business value.
Business Analysis serves as a liaison between the organization's businesses and IT systems development teams to align business strategies and capability needs and to ensure IT systems enable their desired value. This job family identifies and analyzes business needs, defines requirements and objectives, and makes recommendations for solutions using new and existing technologies. This job family researches and documents relationships between the components of the application system (i.e., end users, business processes, data, applications, and devices) and translates business requirements into application requirements.
**_Job Summary_**
Partners with business leaders and project teams to identify business needs and deliver Information Technology solutions. The Senior Consultant defines project scopes in order to efficiently deliver on the identified business cases and ensures that solution development, implementation and change management activities achieve desired business goals. Through business process improvements and activation of new capabilities, this job enables business units to achieve their operational and commercial objectives. Given the high degree of experience and knowledge required for the role, the Senior Consultant may lead discussions with senior leaders and serve as a solution owner on a project team.
**_Responsibilities_**
+ Manage projects, develop project plans, and monitor performance.
+ Lead requirements gathering & analysis.
+ Ensure solutions meet business needs and requirements.
+ Conduct meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings.
+ Lead user acceptance testing.
+ Work closely with clients, technicians, and managerial staff in the United States and India.
+ Update, implement, and maintain procedures.
+ Evaluate business processes, anticipate requirements, uncover areas for improvement, and develop and implement solutions.
+ Lead ongoing reviews of business processes and develop optimization strategies.
+ Effectively communicates insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management.
+ Gather critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and produce useful reports.
+ Provide leadership, training, coaching, and guidance to junior staff.
+ Plans and executes system implementations that ensure success and minimize risk of system outages or other negative production impacts.
+ Promotes problem solving ability that allows for effective and timely resolution of system issues including but not limited to production outages.
+ Applies knowledge of software development, life cycle, modeling of business processes, application design patterns, business/functional documents.
**_Qualifications_**
+ Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
+ 8-12 years of experience, preferred
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
+ Experience working with Salesforce, highly preferred
+ Experience with JIRA, preferred
+ Self-starter with excellent documentation skills
+ Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to ask probing questions, lead cross-functional meetings and provide clear status reports to both technical and non-technical team members and executives
**_What is expected of you and others at this level_**
+ Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects
+ Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
+ Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models
+ Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope
+ Projects may have significant and long-term impact
+ Provides solutions which may set precedent
+ Independently determines method for completion of new projects
+ Receives guidance on overall project objectives
+ Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
**Anticipated salary range:** $105,100-$135,090
**Bonus eligible:** Yes
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close:** 02/16/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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$105.1k-135.1k yearly 34d ago
Analyst II - DSCSA Product Flow
Apidel Technologies 4.1
Senior business analyst job in Woonsocket, RI
Job Description
Questionnaire: Put city/state at top of resume Do they have a quiet place to work with no interruptions at home Hands on experience with TraceLink or similar DSCSA compliance platform Which one How many years of experience do they have in supply chain, analysis, retail, or healthcare
Need a strong MS office candidate, must be advanced Excel and PowerPoint
The Sr. Analyst - DSCSA Product Flow will be primarily responsible for DSCSA activities requiring a high degree of internal-facing interactions, resolving DSCSA data errors, and ensuring efficient product flow of prescription pharmacy product. The Sr. Analyst will have the responsibility of managing a queue and processing DSCSA-related data errors, which prevent the compliant product flow of drugs held in quarantine locations at Distribution Centers and pharmacies. The Sr. Analysts activities will support 10 distinct business units across Retail, PBM, Omnicare, Minute Clinic, and Oak Street Health. The Sr. Analyst will play a key role in maintaining the formal documentation of key processes. The Sr. Analyst will join forces with the field teams and leadership; vendors of prescription pharmacy product; and the vendor for the web-based application with which the exceptions queue and processing activities will take place.
This role will focus on monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving serialization and traceability exceptions, managing serialization and exception handling under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA).
The financial scope of work also entails:
Minimizing and eliminating the risk for financial penalties incurred due to DSCSA non-compliance.
Minimizing the impact to working capital and waste caused by quarantined product, DSCSA-data errors, and internal systems errors.
Defining the financial and operational opportunities for savings due to internal and external non-adherence to standard pharmacy warehouse receiving procedures.
Responsibilities
Monitor and manage serialization exceptions using TraceLink SCWM platform, ensuring timely investigation and resolution; Troubleshoot Healths traceability and verification issues, escalating to trading partners.
Support the implementation of SOPs and compliance workflows for exception handling and traceability; Maintain and update knowledge management records, ensuring compliance documentation aligns with Healths policies and regulatory standards
Act as a liaison between Healths internal teams and external trading partners (manufacturers, wholesalers), addressing quarantine inventory issues and exception resolutions
Assist in training Health teams (Retail pharmacies and distribution centers, PBM Mail, PBM Specialty, etc.) on serialization compliance, exception management, and best practices
Support the development of systems and processes needed for on-going exceptions management. Stay up to date with DSCSA compliance milestones, providing input for process improvements and regulatory updates.
Required Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skill with the ability to present finding and influence key stakeholders.
Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to make data-driven decisions under regulatory timelines.
Proven experience leading cross functional collaboration and building consensus across Health enterprise.
Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and evolving Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) regulatory requirements.
Highly detailed oriented with strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex project and competing priorities under tight deadlines.
Experience in exception management, triage workflows, and issue resolution within high volume, high urgency environments.
Familiarity with DSCSA requirements, serialization, and traceability compliance across all Health business units (distribution center, PBM, retail tec.) settings.
Knowledge of typical pharmacy and warehouse product flow and work force.
Hands on experience with TraceLink or similar DSCSA compliance platform.
Proven track record managing queues and driving process improvement across large organization.
Ability to influence outcomes, mediate conflicts, and guide team to resolution in high stake regulatory environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Education:
Associates Degree Required
Bachelor\'s is preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years experience in supply chain, analysis, retail, or healthcare
BA/BS in Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent
Broad Supply Chain and/or Store Operations experience
Prior experience with Tableau or BI tools
Highly motivated and a natural problem solver
Prior database experience preferably utilizing SQL.
Experience in developing analytical tools, templates, financial/statistical models, or process flows.
What days & hours will the person work in this position List training hours, if different.
Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00pm EST
$55k-81k yearly est. 5d ago
Principal Systems Analyst
ZP Group 4.0
Senior business analyst job in Smithfield, RI
Piper Companies is seeking a Principal Systems Analyst for an enterprise modernization program in Smithfield, RI or Merrimack, NH. The Principal Systems Analyst will lead requirements gathering, workflow design, and technical analysis to support engineering teams across large‑scale integration efforts. This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days onsite per week in Smithfield, RI or Merrimack, NH.
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Responsibilities for the Principal Systems Analyst include:
* Lead end‑to‑end requirements gathering for complex enterprise applications and integrations
* Develop epics, user stories, acceptance criteria, process flows, and system documentation
* Partner with engineering teams to define API requirements, data mappings, and technical interfaces
* Support Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and prioritization
* Conduct functional validation, UAT planning, and readiness assessments
* Analyze workflow dependencies and identify technical risks and mitigation strategies
* Collaborate closely with architects and product owners to ensure clear alignment on technical objectives
* Communicate technical concepts effectively across business and engineering stakeholders
Requirements for the Principal Systems Analyst include:
* 8-10+ years of Systems Analyst experience supporting large‑scale software initiatives
* Strong understanding of REST APIs, data models, and integration patterns
* Experience working in Agile environments
* Proficiency with documentation tools, requirements modeling, and acceptance criteria development
* Familiarity with CI/CD concepts, GitHub, and modern SDLC practices
* Excellent communication, analytical, and cross‑functional collaboration skills
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
* Must be eligible to work in the United States
Compensation for the Principal Systems Analyst:
* Compensation based on experience
* Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and sick leave as required by law
* This job opens for applications on 1/16/2026. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: Systems Analyst, BusinessAnalyst, API Requirements, Agile, SDLC, Data Mapping, Workflow Analysis, Technical Requirements
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$94k-115k yearly est. 4d ago
Senior Programmer Analyst - (2 Positions)
University of Rhode Island 4.0
Senior business analyst job in Kingston, RI
Information Posting Number SF02058 Job Title Senior Programmer Analyst - (2 Positions) Position Number 108248 & 108502 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PTAA - Professional/Tech/Admin Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 12 Pay Grade Range Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent
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Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingency Notes Job Description Summary
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by September 18, 2025. Applications received after September 18, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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About URI:
The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
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Please Note: A hybrid work schedule is possible after six months.
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Basic Function:
The Senior Programmer Analyst is a technical resource responsible for the configuration, development, and maintenance of a wide range of enterprise applications-including ERP (PeopleSoft, Workday), procurement (Jaggaer), CRM (Slate, Salesforce), and student success applications-serving all business and academic units at the University of Rhode Island. This role focuses on hands-on implementation and support of core technology platforms that enable student success and administrative efficiency across the institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Analyze, configure, develop, test, implement, and maintain enterprise applications and systems, including but not limited to PeopleSoft, Workday, Jaggaer, Slate, Salesforce, and student success platforms.
Develop technical specifications and system procedures to support university-wide administrative, academic, and student success processes.
Implement new modules, features, integrations, and enhancements as required by university business and academic units.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex system issues in collaboration with IT staff and functional users.
Maintain and update application documentation, technical procedures, and project plans according to departmental standards.
Review technical deliverables and code to ensure quality, security, and compliance with university and industry standards.
Coordinate and schedule technical work, manage assigned projects, and ensure timely delivery of solutions.
Assist in evaluating and deploying vendor updates, patches, and application upgrades.
Provide technical support and guidance to application users and internal IT staff.
Remain current with evolving technologies and best practices relevant to enterprise, ERP, procurement, CRM, and student success applications.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
The position may require after-hours or on-call work to support system maintenance and issue resolution.
Perform additional duties as needed.
Licenses, Tools, and Equipment:
Proficiency in software and programming tools, computer workstations, Internet development tools and practices.
Required Qualifications
Required:
1. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field with a minimum of two years of technical experience with enterprise applications or ERP/CRM/student success systems (such as PeopleSoft, Workday, Jaggaer, Slate, Salesforce, Starfish, or similar), OR, Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field with a minimum of four years of technical experience with enterprise applications or ERP/CRM/student success systems (such as PeopleSoft, Workday, Jaggaer, Slate, Salesforce, Starfish, or similar).
2. Demonstrated experience with programming languages/tools such as SQL, Java, SQR, and relational databases.
3. Demonstrated ability to independently manage application configurations, technical projects, and troubleshooting.
4. Demonstrated experience supporting or maintaining ERP, CRM, student success, or enterprise business systems.
5. Demonstrated ability to develop technical documentation and procedures.
6. Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
8. Demonstrated proficiency with modern programming and system configuration tools.
9. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
10. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
11. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred:
1. Demonstrated experience with Oracle databases and major higher education platforms such as PeopleSoft, Workday, Jaggaer, Slate, Salesforce, and student success applications.
2. Demonstrated experience integrating third-party solutions with ERP, CRM, student success, or other enterprise systems.
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The University of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date 09/03/2025 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 2 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
Note: References will be upon request by the committee.
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$75k-85k yearly 60d+ ago
Data Analyst/Business Data Analyst
Kelly Recruiting
Senior business analyst job in Warwick, RI
We have a great opportunity with one of our clients for a Data Analyst/Business Data Analyst role. please see the below for more information:
Data Analyst/Business Data Analyst Duration: 6 months
Job Description:
The BA will be responsible for querying data from existing databases and combining with other data.
They will create presentations on campaign performance and work with the business to answer ad-hoc questions.
May work with other businessanalysts and data analysts on more complex analysis.
Researches and analyzes basic and complex issues surrounding the processes and systems of an organization.
Makes recommendations surrounding improving processes, efficiency and practices.
Not looking for heavy finance experience, but background in insurance, marketing analysis, campaign analysis or Google Analytics would be a plus.
Must have excellent PowerPoint and written presentation skills and good interpersonal skills as this person may be working across teams.
For immediate consideration, please email us a copy of your resume!
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$74k-101k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Test Analyst - Treasury - MTS & Wires (Interview will be On 13th September 2017 and offers will be rolled out quickly)
Avance Consulting Services 4.4
Senior business analyst job in Cranston, RI
Hi, Greetings Hope you are doing great! I would like to update you on an urgent open position with our esteemed client. Please go through the Job Description. Send me your updated resume and expected rate for the below position. Note: Client is willing to Provide the Re-location Assistance
Role: Test Analyst - Treasury - MTS & Wires (Interview will be On 13th September 2017 and offers will be rolled out quickly)
Duration: Full TIme
Location: Cranston, RI
Qualifications Basic
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• At least 2 years of experience with Information Technology
Preferred
· Minimum of at least 2+ years of end to end testing
· Hands on experience in various testing methodologies, Defect Management Process, Test Strategizing and Test Planning
· Strong automation framework development experience, with hands on experience in any of the automation tools like UFT or Selenium
· Relevant domain experience in Payments, Wires, ACH File creation and processing and Treasury suite of applications like SWEEP, Lockbox, Account Reconciliation, Service Charge Analysis
· SWIFT, FedWire and Real Time Payments testing experience
· Understanding of one or more Estimation methodologies, Knowledge of Quality processes.
· Skills: Analytical abilities, Strong Technical Skills, Communication skills, ability to work in a multiple / diverse stakeholders environment, People coordination
· Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
$62k-82k yearly est. 2d ago
Consultant Business Analyst, Data Hub
Cardinal Health 4.4
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
Cardinal Health Sonexus Access and Patient Support helps specialty pharmaceutical manufacturers remove barriers to care so that patients can access, afford, and remain on the therapy they need for a better quality of life. Our diverse expertise in pharma, payer, and hub services allows us to deliver best-in-class solutions-driving brand and patient markers of success. We're continuously integrating advanced and emerging technologies to streamline patient onboarding, qualification and adherence. Our non-commercial specialty pharmacy is centralized at our custom-designed facility outside of Dallas, Texas, empowering manufacturers to rethink the reach and impact of their products.
Together, we can get life-changing therapies for patients who need them-faster.
**Job Summary**
Datahub is responsible for sending and receiving PHI data that is generated in the CRM as part of the patient journey while they are seeking and on therapy. This includes integrations with multiple clients, pharmacies, and third-party vendors via file feed or API. We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and process-driven BusinessAnalyst to join our team and establish standards, streamline processes, and enforce consistency.
**Responsibilities**
+ Lead and standardize the project estimation process as it relates to Data Hub to drive efficiencies and meet estimation SLAs
+ Standardize the User Story process within Data Hub
+ Document and maintain Data Hub best practices, checklists, playbook, specifications, and other relevant documentation
+ Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to identify opportunities and translate business needs into data feed and/or migration solutions
+ Communicate requirements clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
+ Maintain weekly project reports, client request tool, and other reporting channels
+ Write detailed and consistent User Stories as it relates to the clients' data needs and the project ask at hand
+ Understand the upstream and downstream impacts of data in the Sonexus technology ecosystem
+ Work in conjunction with the BA and QA CoE to ensure timely communication, technical accuracy, thorough requirements, and other project necessities
+ Learn the Sonexus business, its clients, and internal processes
+ Stay current with emerging data technologies and methodologies
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science) or equivalent experience preferred.
+ 5+ years of experience in IT business analysis, preferably in healthcare or pharmacy-related domains preferred.
+ High proficiency in SQL and cloud-based data environments (GCP preferred).
+ Strong experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau).
+ Familiarity with healthcare/pharmacy data sources and metrics is a plus.
**What is expected of you and others at this level**
+ Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
+ May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
+ Works on complex projects of large scope
+ Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
+ Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
+ Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects
+ Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
+ May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
**Anticipated salary range:** $80,900 - $115,500
**Bonus eligible:** No
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close:** 03/08/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._
_Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal_ _Opportunity/Affirmative_ _Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law._
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$80.9k-115.5k yearly 14d ago
Sr. Technical Analyst
Maximus 4.3
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
Description & Requirements Maximus is seeking a qualified Sr. Technical Analyst for multiple projects, current and upcoming. The qualified candidate will be involved in technical planning and assessment projects with multiple state agencies. The position requires the candidate to produce technical analyses, develop estimates, review and contribute to requirements for large systems-planning efforts in the Child Support, Child Welfare, and Integrated Eligibility (SNAP, TANF, Medicaid) public-sector domains. The individual will report directly to a Senior Manager. Maximus is a matrix-managed organization, which means the individual will have secondary reporting relationships to one or more Project Managers, depending on which projects they are assigned.
*This role is remote but requires working standard business hours in the US time zone of the client. This position is contingent upon award. *
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with project managers on various initiatives and projects to track progress and provide support as necessary.
- Support leadership in ensuring that the project is delivered to specifications, is on time, and within budget.
- Work closely with management and work groups to create and maintain work plan documents.
- Track the status and due dates of projects.
- Manage relationships with project staff responsible for projects.
- Produce regular weekly and monthly status reports that could include; work plan status, target dates, budget, resource capacity, and other reports as needed.
- Facilitate regular meetings and reviews.
- Adhere to contract requirements and comply with all corporate policies and procedures.
Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
-Perform duties independently under the direction of their direct manager and/or Project Managers on specific projects.
-Review project documentation and client materials and provide analysis of technical and business topics.
-Participate in client meetings and offer observations and insight of technical and business topics.
-Identify risk areas and potential problems that require proactive attention.
-Review artifacts and other project documents and identify potential gaps, inconsistencies, or other issues that may put the project at risk. Such artifacts and documents include but are not limited to:
*Application Lifecycle Management Plan
*System Security Plan
*System Architecture Document
*Database Development Plan
*Configuration Management Plan
*System Requirements
*Functional Design Documents
*Technical System Design
*Data Conversion and Migration Management Plan
*Deployment and/or roll-out plans
-Identify and escalate to the Senior Manager / Project Manager risks, alternatives, and potential quality issues.
-Attend interviews, focus groups, or other meetings necessary to gather information for project deliverables in accordance with the project scope of work.
-Attend project meetings with the client, subcontractors, project stakeholders, or other Maximus Team members, as requested by the Senior Manager / Project Manager.
-Complete project work in compliance with Maximus standards and procedures.
-Support team to complete assigned responsibilities as outlined in the Project schedule.
-Support all other tasks assigned by Senior Manager / Project Manager.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- 7-10 years of relevant professional experience required.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.
Job Specific Requirements:
-Be available to work during standard client business hours. Projects may involve clients from any US time zone, so it is possible that work outside of the individual's local business hours will be required.
-Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or science from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
-8+ years of progressive technical experience in technical disciplines and roles. E.g.:
*Software Developer to Architect to Manager
*BusinessAnalyst to Project Manager to Senior Manager
-3+ years working on/with large Health & Human Services (HHS) system modernization projects, to include Child Support, Child Welfare, or Integrated Eligibility (SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid).
-Familiar with multiple computer languages.
-Familiar with mainframe technologies (e.g. CICS COBOL, NATURAL / ADABAS, VMS, etc.)
-Familiar with operating systems: Windows, Linux/UNIX, OS/X.
-Familiar with AI tools, capabilities.
-Familiar with databases and database tools: DB2, Oracle, MS SQL Server, TOAD.
-Strong command of cloud computing topics.
-Strong command of agile software development practices as well as waterfall development practices.
-Strong desktop software skills: proficient in MS Office, Excel, Word, Project.
-Ability to explain and communicate technical subjects to non-technical audiences.
-Ability to develop solutions to highly complex problems which require a high degree of ingenuity and innovation.
-Ability to ensure solutions are consistent with organization, client, and project objectives and constraints.
-Ability to develop advanced concepts, techniques, and standards requiring a high level of interpersonal and technical skills.
-Ability to work independently.
-Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
-Strong interpersonal and team building skills, as well as an understanding of client relationship building are essential.
-Excellent verbal and writing skills and be comfortable working with customers.
-Ability to multi-task with supervision.
-Self-motivated fast learner.
EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
Minimum Salary
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120,000.00
Maximum Salary
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140,000.00
$98k-125k yearly est. Easy Apply 8d ago
Senior Analyst, IT Business Solutions
Cardinal Health 4.4
Senior business analyst job in Providence, RI
**_What Application Development & Maintenance contributes to Cardinal Health_** Information Technology oversees the effective development, delivery, and operation of computing and information services. This function anticipates, plans, and delivers Information Technology solutions and strategies that enable operations and drive business value.
Application Development & Maintenance performs configuration or coding to develop, enhance and sustain the organization's software systems in a cross-functional team environment through adherence to established design control processes and good engineering practices. This job family programs and configures end user applications, systems, databases and websites to achieve the organization's internal needs and externally-facing business needs. Application Development & Maintenance partners with business leaders, investigates user needs and conducts regular assessments, maintenance and enhancements of existing applications.
**_Job Summary_**
The job will be supporting mostly the WaveMark Supply Management & Workflow Solutions which is a SaaS solution enabling healthcare providers and manufacturers to effectively manage supplies with market-leading innovative technology. WaveMark leverages a portfolio of advanced hardware (e.g., RFID) and cloud-based software including an analytics platform providing full visibility and control of all supplies from low-cost commodities to high-cost devices and implants. Our global footprint and continuous innovation deliver the most cost effective and workflow efficient patient care possible.
The IT Analyst plays a critical role in protecting the organization's digital assets by working cross-functionally to design, implement, monitor, and enforce security processes and procedures. This position collaborates with software and hardware engineering, compliance, and other business units to ensure robust security practices are integrated across applications and operations. The analyst is responsible for developing and implementing mitigation strategies and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.
**_Responsibilities:_**
+ Application Portfolio Management (APM):
+ Manage and maintain APM records (Wavemark, MarginAnalysis), ensuring data accuracy.
+ Track APM resiliency deadlines and update relevant systems (worksheets, ServiceNow).
+ Monitor Archer dashboards for upcoming deadlines and past-due remediations.
+ Facilitate status calls with stakeholders regarding application resiliency, exemptions, and remediation.
+ Collaborate with IT and business teams for APM record updates and reporting.
+ Application Security & Compliance:
+ Analyze security threats, vulnerabilities, and audit findings to prioritize remediation.
+ Collaborate with product management and development teams to plan and schedule security fixes that align with business objectives.
+ Support the integration of application logs into the SIEM and develop monitoring and alerting systems to detect potential application attacks and resiliency issues.
+ Develop and implement testing/validation processes for security system effectiveness.
+ Ensure adherence to enterprise security processes, business, regulatory, and legal requirements.
+ Assist in security incident response using SIEM and other detection platforms.
+ Review policies, procedures, system designs, and security controls against frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework).
+ Support implementation and configuration of application security tools.
+ Monitor and ensure compliance with established application security standards.
+ Assist the Incident Response team with application security investigations.
+ Develop custom tools to help software teams embed security into their development processes when off-the-shelf solutions are unavailable.
**_Qualifications_**
+ 2-4 years of experience, preferred
+ Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
+ Knowledge of SDLC and DevSecOps concepts such as CI/CD pipelines preferred
+ Experience with common application security controls including WAF preferred
+ Understanding of standard security control frameworks, including NIST Cybersecurity Framework (800-53) preferred
+ Strong analytic, troubleshooting skills; can problem solve, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects in a health information system environment preferred
+ Able to stay objective and independent when completing assignments and consistently demonstrate the ability to hold information in confidence preferred
+ Ability to learn new software and hardware packages and adapt to changes in technology preferred.
+ Strong technical, process, and interpersonal skills to effectively analyze information systems, research and validate risks preferred.
+ Knowledge of common patterns for AuthN and AuthZ preferred
+ Experience in understanding SCA/SAST scan results and working with development teams to establish remediation plans preferred
+ Experience in creating dashboards in Splunk, Rapid7 or other equivalent tools to measure and guide application security work preferred
+ Experience with Veracode preferred
+ One or more Information Security Certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CISA preferred
**_What is expected of you and others at this level_**
+ Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
+ Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
+ Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve
+ Applies judgment within defined parameters
+ Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects
+ Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy
**Anticipated salary range:** $80,500 - $103,410
**Bonus eligible:** No
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close:** 01/24/2026
*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._
_Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal_ _Opportunity/Affirmative_ _Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law._
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