Systems Analyst 2715

Sistema Technologies

Job Location:

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Austin TX
Systems Analyst - Solicitation# 304FM202715
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA)

Services Overview. The selected Vendors Candidate will be part of CPAs Fiscal Management Statewide Fiscal Systems team supporting the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Program. The CAPPS Program for this engagement comprises the following components: HR/Payroll (inclusive of Recruit functionality) Financials STARR and all ancillary systems. The selected Vendors Candidate must be adaptable and able to learn and integrate new systems and platforms as needed such as CGI Advantage.
Annual Professional Training Requirement. In addition to other CPA training requirements the following professional training requirement applies on an annual basis during the CPA Contract Term including each renewal term under the CPA Contract resulting from this solicitation:

For no compensation from CPA the selected Vendors Candidate shall be required to complete a minimum of ten (10) hours of professional training in a relevant area of expertise associated with the Services provided under the CPA Contract.
The professional training as determined by the Vendor and/or the selected Vendors Candidate shall be conducted and completed by the selected Vendors Candidate on personal time. If the professional training is intended to be conducted during the CPA-approved work schedule the selected Vendors Candidate must coordinate the associated time off with the CPA Supervising Manager as applicable.
The Vendor and/or the selected Vendors Candidate shall be fully responsible for all associated costs including but not limited to tuition materials conference fees and/or travel expenses. CPA will not approve or make payment for any hours associated with the professional training requirement.
By July 31st of each CPA Contract Term the Vendor shall provide the CPA Contract Manager () with an annual professional training report documenting the completed professional training hours and courses.

Position Requirements. The CPA Work includes but is not limited to the following:

Performing highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work related to supporting the CAPPS Program.
Provides primary technical support for CAPPS Recruit which includes but is not limited to the following:
- Collaborating with the software publisher(s) and CPAs Managed Services vendor to ensure system performance and reliability.
- Collaborating with the software publisher(s)r and CPAs Managed Services vendor to ensure continuous improvement and innovation.
- Responsible for creating configuring testing and supporting all technical requests.

NOTE: This position is currently responsible for transitioning CPAs CAPPS Central CAPPS Recruit application from the Oracle Taleo Talent Acquisition Suite (SaaS application) to the Oracle PeopleSoft Recruit application that includes Talent Acquisition Manager and Candidate Gateway (TAM/CG). The selected Candidate is expected to have an extensive working knowledge of both products.

Responsible for ensuring the CAPPS HR/Payroll Requirements Procedures Development and Testing from the CAPPS Managed Services vendor meet the CAPPS written procedures coding standards and follow the CAPPS System Development Lifecycle.
Responsible for ensuring that all digital products and content meet WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards. This includes maintaining perceivable operable understandable and robust experiences for all users regularly reviewing content for compliance and implementing updates or remediation whenever accessibility issues are identified.
Responsible for providing oversight for the functional and technical design walks including but not limited to:
- Analyzing business processes and current system workflows to assess ERP design fit.
- Reviewing functional designs specs and integration docs to identify technical gaps.
- Evaluating upstream/downstream dependencies to ensure architectural alignment.
- Preparing technical scenarios and test cases to validate system behavior.
- Assessing designs for performance security scalability and data quality impacts.
- Providing concise technical feedback during design walks highlighting risks and dependencies.
- Supporting design reviews to ensure accuracy and readiness for development and testing.
Responsible for reviewing developed code for compliance with CPA-defined requirements and validated code comparisons prior to migration to ensure adherence to all established standards.
Responsible for providing support for Agency Direct Data Access (ADDA) which includes but is not limited to:
- Having the ability to quickly learn and adapt ADDA to interface with agency-specific tools such as Tableau Power BI Oracle SQL Developer and others as they are introduced.
- Having the ability to collaborate with CAPPS analysts Managed Services resources CPA IT resources and resources from potentially 100 agencies.
- Having the ability to offer specific actionable recommendations to accommodate agency-specific requirements that remain within CPA standards.

Provides Level 2 Service Desk duties inclusive of but not limited to ticket handling for complex issues in-depth troubleshooting well documented analysis and basic configurations following an established and auditable process. All work is done in cooperation and collaboration with a Managed Services vendor that is responsible for all Level 3 duties.
Performs all duties following CPAs processes policies and procedures within project scope and on schedule in accordance with milestones deliverables and due dates.
Works under minimal supervision relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals independently performing a variety of complicated processes and procedures must be followed.
Performs all work in accordance with Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) principles and practices for IT activities such as IT service management (ITSM) and IT asset management (ITAM) that focus on aligning IT services with the needs of the business.
Actively responds to and maintains customer ticket requests via the CAPPS Service Desk with current information and statuses including but not limited to:
- Work agency-submitted tickets that relate to interfaces configurations SAML connectivity and all related technical tasks across all agencies.
- Work all CAPPS IT-related tickets that relate to IP Whitelisting CPA EFT server connectivity agency transfer files batch failures and all related technical tasks across all agencies on CAPPS.

Participates in Disaster Recovery and Upgrade Testing activities.
Plans designs develops implements supports and maintains the information technology security measures to safeguard system information.
Participates as directed in an annual SOC-1 attestation audit designed to ensure that controls are effectively designed and operated to ensure the accuracy and security of all information contained/processed via CAPPS. Any enhancements process changes or system fixes consider security availability processing integrity confidentiality and privacy as solutions are suggested approved and implemented.
Performing other related Work as assigned.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Have experience in gathering business requirements for large projects

Work independently in a diverse team environment with on-site and remote team members.
Have strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Have knowledge of project management methodologies.
Have knowledge of technical and functional attributes of Oracle PeopleSoft.
Have problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask with readiness to put in extra efforts when necessary.
Have experience with Agile and other SDLC methodologies.
Have experience with ITIL methodologies.
Have experience with or knowledge of information security frameworks (i.e. NIST).

The working position is Telework

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Actual Years Experience	Years Experience Needed	Required/ Preferred	Skills/Experience
	10		Extensive Texas public sector experience directly working for or supporting a Texas state government agency
	10		Extensive experience performing technical activities in support of CPA application systems
	10		Extensive experience creating and managing a strategic roadmap by combining strong planning skills technical insight and effective cross functional communication
	10		Experience preparing materials for and conducting executive-level presentations
	10		Experience performing technical project management activities in support of CPAs CAPPS program
	10		Experience in interpreting contractual language and integrating it into daily workflows while consistently holding vendors accountable to contractual requirements
	10		Extensive knowledge of/experience with data integration data quality and SDLC processes and methodologies
	10		Technical experience with PeopleSoft FSCM or HCM 9.2 PeopleTools Peoplecode Application Designer SQL PS Query SQR Application Engine and Oracle 11 or higher
	8		Experience with IT service desk functions knowledge of ITIL framework methodologies and processes.
	5		Technical experience supporting a multi-tenant Oracle Taleo Recruit SaaS application for more than 40 state agencies.
	2		Technical experience with at least 3 current reporting tools such as Tableau Power BI or Oracle SQL Developer or similar products.
	1		Technical experience in planning and transitioning more than 40 state agencies from a multi-tenant Oracle Taleo Recruit SaaS application to Oracle PeopleSoft Recruit applications (TAM/CG) or similar products.
	10	Preferred	Experience with software and hardware management industry best practices
	10	Preferred	Experience developing technical specifications to support IT procurements
	5	Preferred	Technical experience supporting Oracle PeopleSoft Recruit applications (TAM/CG)

I need Three References

Reference Name ():
Title (Optional)
Company Name ():
Phone Number ( include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):

Peer Co-Worker Supervisor

Customer End-User Subordinate

Reference Name ():
Title (Optional)
Company Name ():
Phone Number ( include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):

Peer Co-Worker Supervisor

Customer End-User Subordinate

Reference Name ():
Title (Optional)
Company Name ():
Phone Number ( include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):

Peer Co-Worker Supervisor

Customer End-User Subordinate

Required Experience:

Austin TXSystems Analyst - Solicitation# 304FM202715Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA)Services Overview. The selected Vendors Candidate will be part of CPAs Fiscal Management Statewide Fiscal Systems team supporting the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Program. The...

For no compensation from CPA the selected Vendors Candidate shall be required to complete a minimum of ten (10) hours of professional training in a relevant area of expertise associated with the Services provided under the CPA Contract.
The professional training as determined by the Vendor and/or the selected Vendors Candidate shall be conducted and completed by the selected Vendors Candidate on personal time. If the professional training is intended to be conducted during the CPA-approved work schedule the selected Vendors Candidate must coordinate the associated time off with the CPA Supervising Manager as applicable.
The Vendor and/or the selected Vendors Candidate shall be fully responsible for all associated costs including but not limited to tuition materials conference fees and/or travel expenses. CPA will not approve or make payment for any hours associated with the professional training requirement.
By July 31st of each CPA Contract Term the Vendor shall provide the CPA Contract Manager () with an annual professional training report documenting the completed professional training hours and courses.

Position Requirements. The CPA Work includes but is not limited to the following:

Performing highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work related to supporting the CAPPS Program.
Provides primary technical support for CAPPS Recruit which includes but is not limited to the following:
- Collaborating with the software publisher(s) and CPAs Managed Services vendor to ensure system performance and reliability.
- Collaborating with the software publisher(s)r and CPAs Managed Services vendor to ensure continuous improvement and innovation.
- Responsible for creating configuring testing and supporting all technical requests.

Responsible for ensuring the CAPPS HR/Payroll Requirements Procedures Development and Testing from the CAPPS Managed Services vendor meet the CAPPS written procedures coding standards and follow the CAPPS System Development Lifecycle.
Responsible for ensuring that all digital products and content meet WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards. This includes maintaining perceivable operable understandable and robust experiences for all users regularly reviewing content for compliance and implementing updates or remediation whenever accessibility issues are identified.
Responsible for providing oversight for the functional and technical design walks including but not limited to:
- Analyzing business processes and current system workflows to assess ERP design fit.
- Reviewing functional designs specs and integration docs to identify technical gaps.
- Evaluating upstream/downstream dependencies to ensure architectural alignment.
- Preparing technical scenarios and test cases to validate system behavior.
- Assessing designs for performance security scalability and data quality impacts.
- Providing concise technical feedback during design walks highlighting risks and dependencies.
- Supporting design reviews to ensure accuracy and readiness for development and testing.
Responsible for reviewing developed code for compliance with CPA-defined requirements and validated code comparisons prior to migration to ensure adherence to all established standards.
Responsible for providing support for Agency Direct Data Access (ADDA) which includes but is not limited to:
- Having the ability to quickly learn and adapt ADDA to interface with agency-specific tools such as Tableau Power BI Oracle SQL Developer and others as they are introduced.
- Having the ability to collaborate with CAPPS analysts Managed Services resources CPA IT resources and resources from potentially 100 agencies.
- Having the ability to offer specific actionable recommendations to accommodate agency-specific requirements that remain within CPA standards.

Provides Level 2 Service Desk duties inclusive of but not limited to ticket handling for complex issues in-depth troubleshooting well documented analysis and basic configurations following an established and auditable process. All work is done in cooperation and collaboration with a Managed Services vendor that is responsible for all Level 3 duties.
Performs all duties following CPAs processes policies and procedures within project scope and on schedule in accordance with milestones deliverables and due dates.
Works under minimal supervision relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals independently performing a variety of complicated processes and procedures must be followed.
Performs all work in accordance with Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) principles and practices for IT activities such as IT service management (ITSM) and IT asset management (ITAM) that focus on aligning IT services with the needs of the business.
Actively responds to and maintains customer ticket requests via the CAPPS Service Desk with current information and statuses including but not limited to:
- Work agency-submitted tickets that relate to interfaces configurations SAML connectivity and all related technical tasks across all agencies.
- Work all CAPPS IT-related tickets that relate to IP Whitelisting CPA EFT server connectivity agency transfer files batch failures and all related technical tasks across all agencies on CAPPS.

Participates in Disaster Recovery and Upgrade Testing activities.
Plans designs develops implements supports and maintains the information technology security measures to safeguard system information.
Participates as directed in an annual SOC-1 attestation audit designed to ensure that controls are effectively designed and operated to ensure the accuracy and security of all information contained/processed via CAPPS. Any enhancements process changes or system fixes consider security availability processing integrity confidentiality and privacy as solutions are suggested approved and implemented.
Performing other related Work as assigned.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Have experience in gathering business requirements for large projects

Work independently in a diverse team environment with on-site and remote team members.
Have strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Have knowledge of project management methodologies.
Have knowledge of technical and functional attributes of Oracle PeopleSoft.
Have problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask with readiness to put in extra efforts when necessary.
Have experience with Agile and other SDLC methodologies.
Have experience with ITIL methodologies.
Have experience with or knowledge of information security frameworks (i.e. NIST).

The working position is Telework

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Actual Years Experience	Years Experience Needed	Required/ Preferred	Skills/Experience
	10		Extensive Texas public sector experience directly working for or supporting a Texas state government agency
	10		Extensive experience performing technical activities in support of CPA application systems
	10		Extensive experience creating and managing a strategic roadmap by combining strong planning skills technical insight and effective cross functional communication
	10		Experience preparing materials for and conducting executive-level presentations
	10		Experience performing technical project management activities in support of CPAs CAPPS program
	10		Experience in interpreting contractual language and integrating it into daily workflows while consistently holding vendors accountable to contractual requirements
	10		Extensive knowledge of/experience with data integration data quality and SDLC processes and methodologies
	10		Technical experience with PeopleSoft FSCM or HCM 9.2 PeopleTools Peoplecode Application Designer SQL PS Query SQR Application Engine and Oracle 11 or higher
	8		Experience with IT service desk functions knowledge of ITIL framework methodologies and processes.
	5		Technical experience supporting a multi-tenant Oracle Taleo Recruit SaaS application for more than 40 state agencies.
	2		Technical experience with at least 3 current reporting tools such as Tableau Power BI or Oracle SQL Developer or similar products.
	1		Technical experience in planning and transitioning more than 40 state agencies from a multi-tenant Oracle Taleo Recruit SaaS application to Oracle PeopleSoft Recruit applications (TAM/CG) or similar products.
	10	Preferred	Experience with software and hardware management industry best practices
	10	Preferred	Experience developing technical specifications to support IT procurements
	5	Preferred	Technical experience supporting Oracle PeopleSoft Recruit applications (TAM/CG)

I need Three References

Reference Name ():
Title (Optional)
Company Name ():
Phone Number ( include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):

Peer Co-Worker Supervisor

Customer End-User Subordinate

Reference Name ():
Title (Optional)
Company Name ():
Phone Number ( include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):

Peer Co-Worker Supervisor

Customer End-User Subordinate

Reference Name ():
Title (Optional)
Company Name ():
Phone Number ( include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):