Cloud Data Analyst

Description

Cloud Data Analyst

(IT Data Management-Journey)

Join an exciting team!

Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) is a national leader in adopting new, innovative technologies that transform the way Washingtonians receive state services. WaTech sets the strategic technology direction of the state in multiple domains and programs and is responsible for the state’s core technology services.

About the position

This position is a part of the Enterprise Cloud Computing Program (ECCP), which is within WaTech’s Architecture & Innovation Division. The ECCP provides statewide governance, transformation and brokerage to accelerate the strategic adoption of cloud technologies across state government. The overall mission of this program is to enable the modernization and migration of the state's information technology infrastructure toward cloud services, which will allow the state to transform and improve the critical services that Washingtonians require.

As a Cloud Data Analyst, you will be relied on to use data, analysis and insights to influence agency partners across all executive branch agencies, and agencies headed by separately elected officials (excluding legislative and judiciary). In this role you will design, implement and manage the business intelligence platform for the state.

Duties

Some of what to expect with this role:

Collect business requirements from agencies and critical partners, consult with the account team within WaTech and agencies on cloud service measurements and reporting needs.

Define an integrated architecture for statewide cloud data.

Analyze and define data requirements and specifications based on business requirements and research.

Analyze and define data requirements and specifications based on business requirements and research.

Design, create and implement data extract, transform and load (ETL) jobs, according to data requirements and identified data sources.

Design, develop and implement databases and/or data warehouse in the Cloud, using technologies such as Azure SQL, Cosmos database, Azure Analysis Services, or similar cloud services.

Perform capacity planning, configure and manage cloud data services to deliver accurate and scalable data reporting.

Design self-service BI reports or dashboards for different business operations management-related roles.

Test self-service reporting dashboard to deliver accurate reports to users with optimal system performance.

Work with IT Enterprise Governance and agencies to analyze state’s overall application portfolio.

Evaluate and leverage related cloud management tools provided by cloud service providers or thirrd party, to conduct related analysis.

Develop and implement business intelligence reports for cloud assets analysis,

Qualifications

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Eleven (11) years of combined professional information technology experience in related areas, such as data analysis, data management, data architect, IT operations, and business intelligence, etc., with progressively higher levels of responsibilities and capabilities. This experience must include:

Three years of enterprise business intelligence experience working on data management and/or cloud data analytic solutions such as SQL Server and Cosmos databases, Azure Analysis Services, ETL and Power BI data visualization.

*A bachelor's of mathematics, statistics, business administration, computer science, or related field from an accredited college or university may substitute by up to four years of experience.

Preference may be granted to applicants with the following:

Three or more years’ experience managing complex analytic projects or enterprise IT project management.

Previous experience involving in enterprise-wide cloud migration projects, including collaborating with multiple business units, and managing cloud solutions providers.

Previous experience with user experience (UX) research or design, or design thinking.

Supplemental Information

We value diversity and different perspectives:

WaTech is committed to providing equal access and opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. We seek to attract and retain a diverse staff and welcome your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.

What WaTech offers:

As an employee of WaTech, you’ll have access to an outstanding employee benefits package that includes medical and dental plan options for you and your family, paid leave and holidays, retirement plan options and more.

While WaTech is headquartered in Olympia, Washington, which is near some of the country’s most scenic national parks, we are able to offer many of our positions telework and flexible schedule options to help support a healthy work life balance.

To learn more about WaTech, and what our employees enjoy about working here, please visit our website.

How to apply:

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please select the large “apply button” at the top of this announcement. You may need to create a profile and account in Washington state's automated application system. We invite you to include your name and pronouns in your material to ensure we address you correctly throughout the application process.

To be considered for this position you will need to:

Submit a complete Online Application.

Answer all required Supplemental Questions.

Attach a Letter of Interest that addresses how your experience qualifies you for this role.

Attach a Resume that clearly documents the work history, training, and education that makes you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.

Attach a separate document with at least Three Professional References. This should include: Reference name, nature of the relationship (i.e. company and supervisor, coworker, etc.), phone number, and email. References should be individuals you have worked with in the past five years, if possible, and include at least one current, or most recent supervisor. *We will not conduct reference checks without your signed release.

Note: Applications without the requested information identified above or containing supplemental question responses with comments such as "see resume" may lead to your application being disqualified from consideration.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. (Please redact any personally identifiable data such as social security number prior to submittal.)

Conditions of employment:

This position requires a background check. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position and is a continued condition of employment.

Recruitment process:

First round of application assessments will be conducted seven days after the initial job posting date. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the initial seven-day job posting date during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions.

Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Rebekah Wilkes at or email to

Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact Human Resources at or of disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or . WaTech complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.