Senior Systems Analyst

BXP • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Description Essential Functions: Planning and Analysis Collaborate with business unit managers, IS team members, and outside consultants to assess feasibility, determine costs versus benefits, and develop and implement systems plans that address the information requirements of the business. Initiate discovery work, assess requirements and evaluate risk in developing business cases for application and system investments. Project Management Coordinate with regional offices, departments and properties on deliverables and work plans. Application Development Analyze requirements for new applications and define enhancements to existing applications; interact with employees and consultants to determine the scope and definition of new requirements. Evaluate the organizational impact of cloud adoption, defining cloud architectural principles, articulating key security considerations or planning / executing cloud migrations Perform site installations and training of new applications. Prepare supporting documentation and training materials. Reporting Services Manage and administer reporting services. Implement controls and security strategies to safeguard corporate data. Develop operating procedures and routines for monitoring usage and ensuring the integrity of reports. Maintenance & Support Resolve and troubleshoot problems; work with staff, vendors and contractors to ensure adequate technical and product-level support. Implement controls and security strategies to safeguard corporate data. Develop operating procedures and routines for integrity testing. Perform ongoing audits of application usage and provide direct feedback to users. Conduct surveys and/or conference calls to gather & communication enhancements. Internal Operations Perform active account management with primary service providers and vendors. Coordinate project planning & implementation activities with Network Services, Technical Support Services & regional IS teams. Collaborate with other business units to ensure the successful implementation and support of project efforts. Maintain documentation in accordance with policies and control requirements. Conduct both one-on-one instruction and group training sessions. Special projects as assigned. Requirements and Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required with a technology focused concentration preferred. A minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in developing applications and implementing systems for an organization of similar scope and complexity required. Excellent knowledge and understanding of business and business processes; knowledge of real estate business, finance and accounting practices. Possess a excellent understanding of relational databases and database architecture including working knowledge of SQL. Possess a excellent working knowledge of Microsoft technologies. Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate and persuade at all management levels and thrive in a cross-functional environment. Ability to demonstrate multi-task management skills. Vendor management and negotiations experience in development of effective partnerships with vendors. Excellent oral and written communication skills; an ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding. Solid project management skills, effectively arranging resources and managing multiple projects in a cross-functional environment. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills. Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology and apply it to business needs. Be able to travel and to work flexible schedules outside normal business hours when required. Physical Requirements: Involves work of a general office nature usually performed sitting such as operation of a computer. Involves work of a general office nature usually performed standing such as operation of a fax and printer. Involves movement between departments to facilitate work. Involves lifting to installing and relocate computers and monitors. Must be able to lift 30lbs. Internal and External Contacts: This position regularly interacts in both verbal and written form with employees, vendors and contractors of BXP Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Manager, Applications who provides supervision, guidance and evaluates work performance on a periodic basis. Salary Range: $113,300 - $147,000.  BXP offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary and annual discretionary bonus.  The range represents expected base salary; compensation will be determined based on role, skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors.  Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental coverage, a retirement savings plan with competitive company match, backup childcare, educational assistance, employee support programs, a generous commuter transit subsidy and more. BXP is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required with a technology focused concentration preferred.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in developing applications and implementing systems for an organization of similar scope and complexity required.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of business and business processes; knowledge of real estate business, finance and accounting practices.
• Possess a excellent understanding of relational databases and database architecture including working knowledge of SQL.
• Possess a excellent working knowledge of Microsoft technologies.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate and persuade at all management levels and thrive in a cross-functional environment.
• Ability to demonstrate multi-task management skills.
• Vendor management and negotiations experience in development of effective partnerships with vendors.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; an ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding.
• Solid project management skills, effectively arranging resources and managing multiple projects in a cross-functional environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills.
• Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology and apply it to business needs.
• Be able to travel and to work flexible schedules outside normal business hours when required.
• Must be able to lift 30lbs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business unit managers, IS team members, and outside consultants to assess feasibility, determine costs versus benefits, and develop and implement systems plans that address the information requirements of the business.
• Initiate discovery work, assess requirements and evaluate risk in developing business cases for application and system investments.
• Coordinate with regional offices, departments and properties on deliverables and work plans.
• Analyze requirements for new applications and define enhancements to existing applications; interact with employees and consultants to determine the scope and definition of new requirements.
• Evaluate the organizational impact of cloud adoption, defining cloud architectural principles, articulating key security considerations or planning / executing cloud migrations
• Perform site installations and training of new applications.
• Prepare supporting documentation and training materials.
• Manage and administer reporting services.
• Implement controls and security strategies to safeguard corporate data.
• Develop operating procedures and routines for monitoring usage and ensuring the integrity of reports.
• Resolve and troubleshoot problems; work with staff, vendors and contractors to ensure adequate technical and product-level support.
• Develop operating procedures and routines for integrity testing.
• Perform ongoing audits of application usage and provide direct feedback to users.
• Conduct surveys and/or conference calls to gather & communication enhancements.
• Perform active account management with primary service providers and vendors.
• Coordinate project planning & implementation activities with Network Services, Technical Support Services & regional IS teams.
• Collaborate with other business units to ensure the successful implementation and support of project efforts.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with policies and control requirements.
• Conduct both one-on-one instruction and group training sessions.
• Special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• BXP offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary and annual discretionary bonus.
• Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental coverage, a retirement savings plan with competitive company match, backup childcare, educational assistance, employee support programs, a generous commuter transit subsidy and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level