Senior System Support Technician - Palmetto GBA

BlueCross BlueShield Of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
11 May 2024

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Summary Works as part of a team to support and analyze production system problems and recommend workable solutions. Description •30% Perform system support, configurations, scheduling and/or tuning/modification of application products. Make recommendations for technology solutions.

•30% Provide basic technical support for system performance concerns. Report abnormal results/issues from production processing. Consult with senior peers on non-complex projects.

•20% Assist in system performance monitoring and capacity. May also assist with system analysis activities.

•10% Participate in work sessions and walkthroughs for implementations, releases, data conversion projects and/or disaster recovery exercises.

•10% Complete administrative tasks such as spreadsheets, logs, management tools checklists and maintaining quality/department documents.

Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree.
  • or 4 years of job related work experience
  • or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree.

Required Work Experience:
  • 1 year of technical experience with systems analysis, design, and/or of programming experience or other job related IT experience or successful completion of BCBS Entry Level Training Program.

Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Comprehends basic data storage techniques, basic database philosophy, database management, and simple programming techniques.
  • Basic understanding of the requirements for maintaining production systems and the effect of program changes.
  • Understands how to use structured techniques in new program development. Basic understanding of development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
  • Pays attention to detail.

Required Software and Other Tools:

Basic knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and/or development/productivity tools and their usage in the company.

Work Environment: Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer. Customer-focused, project-oriented applications support environment.

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