Application System Analyst

GAMA-1 seeks an experienced remote Application System Analyst to support the NESDIS Integrated Information Services-II (NIIS-II) contract. The Application System Analyst will be responsible for the administration, monitoring and maintenance of software infrastructures and applications creating tables, views, stored procedures, user defined functions, and SQL packages. He/she is considered an experienced “problem solver” and will primarily work with the SQL Server Database supporting the NOAA Research and Development (R&D) Database (NRDD) which is a secure, web-based enterprise tool used to house project management data for all R&D conducted by NOAA and its partnerships.

Duties/Responsibilities:

The Application System Analyst is tasked with overseeing practices and processes to ensure integrity, safety and availability of all data and applications as part of NESDIS’ information systems. He/she will ensure that the processes needed for users to function and succeed are running smoothly, acting as a technical point of contact to fix application and systems issues - usually on an immediate basis.

In this role, the Application System Analyst works alongside application developers and software engineers. Common job responsibilities will include:

the training and support of staff in using applications

analysis and diagnosis of application errors

problem resolution in both the long and short term

design and development of existing and new applications

writing Google Script

road testing and implementation of new applications.

implement, test and integrate new applications

perform routine system backups and upgrades

monitor, record and respond to requests for support

analyze error trends aimed at reducing or minimizing down time

liaise with software suppliers to fulfil the requirements

schedule and run regular tests to enhance the current systems and applications

identify and develop functionality changes

maintain documentation of key databases and linked applications

attend regular internal and external meetings to provide updates on the progress of your task and to present to users the application solutions you are proposing.Required Skills/Abilities:

The successful candidate must be self-driven and possess the analytical skills to resolve challenging technical issues, often through collaboration with other subject matter experts.

Excellent written and verbal communication

Communicating technical problems and solutions to non-technical users and stakeholders

Problem-solving and reporting skills

Analytical skills

Proactive attitude

Project management skills for design and development

The ability to construct and work to deadlines

Deep knowledge of WordPress, themes, plugins, and ability to write customized functions.

Competent in coding with PHP and / or .NET

Strong understanding and knowledge of the principles and practices associated with SQL database development, coding, packaging, deployment, maintenance, and administration.

Experience with AWS core services, such as EC2, S3, EBS, and VPC.

Knowledge of AWS best practices for security, scalability, and reliability.

Ability to design, implement, and manage AWS-based applications and infrastructure.Education/Experience:

BS in Engineering or Computer Science

6 + years of experience

6+ years of experience writing Google Script

6+ years of experience with SQL

6+ years coding in PHP or .NET