Information Technology Analyst 2 (40 Hour)

                                                                  

Are you a goal oriented team player with an interest in the Information Technology Field?

The State of Connecticut, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection is recruiting for an Information Technology Analyst 2 located in the Information Technology Services - Criminal Justice Information Systems Unit.  

This is an opportunity for a software developer to join our Information Technology (IT) team to upgrade the departments main frame COBOL based application to a cloud based, web enabled SOA.  We are seeking a customer-focused and solutions oriented, Information Technology Analyst 2 who has participated in similar projects and be familiar with the Rational Developer toolset.  

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position, Monday-Friday schedule that may be eligible for Telework (off-shift support is required, as needed).  A competitive benefits package is offered which includes healthcare coverage, wellness programs and paid time off.  The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection's Headquarters building is centrally located in Middletown, Connecticut, offers free parking and has convenient access on and off the I-91 highway. 

Candidate selected for an interview must provide the following at the time of interview:

 State Employees:

• Two (2) most recent performance evaluations
• Cover letter
• Completed CT-HR-13 

Non-State Employees:

• Two (2) letters of professional reference from a current and/or previous supervisor
• Cover Letter
• Completed CT-HR-13  

Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks.  Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation.  

Click here CT-HR-13 to complete the Criminal Convictions addendum.  The CT-HR-13 can also be found on the DAS website http://portal.ct.gov/das by typing in "CT-HR-13" into the "Search Department of Administrative Services" search field.  Also considered in this selection process:  Any pending or disciplinary history within the past 2 years and review of attendance records.  Failure to provide the required documents listed above or submit your application accurately and on time, will eliminate you from the recruitment process.

Should you have questions pertaining to the recruitment, please contact Lucy Manente at Lucy.Manente@ct.gov or 860-685-8200.

In a state agency Information Technology (IT) environment, this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of information technology tasks and project coordination work involving infrastructure systems support, security and application development in an IT environment.

Software Development: Recommends and creates action plans for system development and/or integration; responsible for standards and design of physical data storage, maintenance, access and security administration; writes utilities for system management, reporting, file clean up and auditing; configures and installs application packages; develops and maintains documentation and manuals necessary at customer level; prepares time and cost estimates and initiates purchase requests for multiple projects; creates test files and performs system testing across multiple packages and systems; writes and programs system specifications; defines work and/or data flow; designs screens, forms and reports; defines data elements; prepares source code; designs and develops tables and relationships; arranges necessary hardware and software availability for assigned projects; may be responsible for design, development and implementation of new system interfaces for applications on multiple platforms from mid-range computers to client server and Internet based environments; analyzes assigned specifications, codes, tests and implements software solution, utilizing appropriate software engineering processes; debugs and/or corrects errors; maintains integrity of software; maintains and enhances existing programs; writes utilities for system management, reporting, file clean up and auditing; designs and develops routine to moderately complex applications; responsible for all phases of systems development life cycle; develops strategies for data acquisitions, archive recovery, security and implementation of routine to moderately complex applications; defines and develops the project scope of multiple projects; constructs operational Database Management System (DBMS) and data stores that enable informational, analytical management inquiry; performs backup and recovery on database management systems; configures database parameters, and prototypes designs; provides basic database support and troubleshooting; responsible for standards and design of physical data storage, maintenance, access and security administration; performs related duties as required.

Main duties include, but are not limited to, the following:  Analyzes business needs and designs, develops and implements information systems solutions. Provide continuity by consulting with business customer from definition of business need or problem through implementation of solution. Writes program and system specifications. Define work and/or data flow. Define data elements. Designs and develops tables and relationships. Arrange for necessary hardware. and software availability. Provides and maintains documentation and manuals necessary at customer and operational levels. Trains staff and customers in use of computer systems and software packages. Prepare computer programs for solution of business problems. Perform related duties as required.

 

Considerable knowledge of IT equipment and diagnostic tools; considerable knowledge of principles and techniques of systems analysis, design, development and programming; considerable knowledge of principles of information systems; considerable knowledge of principles and theories of business and planning functions; considerable knowledge of programming languages; considerable knowledge of capabilities of computer technology; knowledge of methods and procedures used to conduct detailed analysis and design of computer systems; knowledge of principles and techniques of software generation and programming; knowledge of practices and issues of systems’ security and disaster recovery; knowledge of computer operating systems; knowledge of project management principles and techniques; knowledge of principles and techniques of business information systems re-engineering; considerable technical problem solving skills; considerable logic and analytical skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable problem solving skills; interpersonal skills; project coordination skills; considerable ability to analyze, troubleshoot and resolve data communications problems; considerable ability to write, test and debug computer programs; considerable ability to use programming development tools; considerable ability to prepare manuals, reports, documentation and other written materials; considerable ability to identify, analyze and resolve complex business and technical problems; ability to analyze and debug complex software programs.

Six (6) years of experience in information technology (IT) operations, programming, systems/software development or another IT related support area.

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been performing professional information technology work in such areas as: installation and support of microcomputer hardware, software and operating systems; analysis, design and development of information systems; network hardware and software installation and support; network hardware and/or software problem diagnosis and resolution; performing any closely related professional IT function. NOTE: For state employees this is interpreted at the level of Information Technology Analyst 1.

1. College training in management information systems, computer science or information technology related area may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling six (6) months of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

2. A Master's degree in management information systems, computer science or electrical engineering may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

The Ideal candidate will possess:          

• Considerable knowledge of principles and techniques of systems analysis, design, development and computer programming         
• Considerable knowledge of principles of information systems         
• Knowledge of principles and theories of business and planning functions         
• Considerable oral and written communication skills        
• Considerable logic and analytical skills        
• Ability to use programming development tools
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve business and technical problems

Should possess a combination of the following specific skill sets:        

• SOA        
• System development aids         
• Teleprocessing programming      
• Multi-tiered distributed applications         
• JAVA         
• TSO/ISPF        
• XML       
• Rational application developer         
• Websphere MQ         
• Advanced Javascript         
• JSF / Rich faces        
• Access methods (VSAM, QSAM, etc.)       
• Refactoring of COBOL programs        
• COBOL (Enterprise)         
• Job Control Language (JCL)         
• Client/Server        
• DASD control language      
• Database DB2         
• IBM (Assembler, CICS, Data Dictionary, OS/390 environment, System Utilities)
• Linkage Editor       
• Object-oriented technology        
• Panvalet       
• Record Management System (RMS)

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.