Data Analyst

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Posted 12 days ago


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Company Description

ASK IT consulting  is an equal opportunity employer, which is a global staffing, consulting and technology solutions company, offering industry-specific solutions to fortune 500 clients and worldwide corporations. We have openings for Business Systems/Data Analyst for  one of our client at   Richardson, TX or Chicago, IL

Job Description
  • Data Warehouse Experience 5 to 7 years
  • SQL used in a technical setting minimum 5 years
  • Experience in modeling transactional databases and data warehouses using tools like Erwin and in performing data mapping and involved in receiving data feed from updated data sources.
  • Collaborate with ETL Architects and created the DMD (Data Mapping Document) to specify the data mapping from various data base sources to the target database.
  • Conduct data analysis, data profiling on candidate data sources.
  • Strong SQL experience:  Experience in conducting ETL data validation and data integrity tests on the database using SQL queries.
  • Experience creating business requirements for data migration from source applications to Enterprise Repositories using Mapping documents, Source to Target Transformation Documents.
  • Experience with data modeling, Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs), process modeling and Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs).
  • Experience in feasibility studies, document generation, conducting Joint Requirement Planning (JRP), Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions for requirements gathering, analysis, design through interviews, workshops with user(s), Subject Matter Experts (SME's), and business stakeholders.
  • Requires excellent analytical skills to understand the business and functional requirements and to translate them to system requirement specifications.
  • Experience in developing functional specifications for business process refinement, re-engineering, business process modeling, business intelligence and automation.
  • Experience in creating use cases, test cases, test plans, wireframe diagrams, sequence diagrams, class and object diagrams, activity diagrams, collaboration diagrams using MS Word and Visio.
  • Experience in conducting GAP analysis, Strength Weakness Opportunities Threats (SWOT) analysis, risk analysis and mitigation plan, cost benefit analysis and Return On Investment (ROI) analysis.
  • Experience working on the testing lifecycle, understood various kinds of testing which include Black Box, Gray Box, White Box, Unit testing, Parallel testing, Usability testing, Performance, Load and Stress testing.
  • Experience conducting User Accepting Testing (UAT) with users and stakeholders
  • Expert level, analytical, proven organizational and problem solving skills, effective verbal and written technical communication skills.

Proven Business Analyst experience working with business customers for requirements gathering  

Additional Information

Ask IT Consulting Inc.| 33 Peachtree St., Suite 100 |Holtsville, NY 11742

Website: http://www.askitc.com/


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About Ask IT Consulting

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Ask IT Consulting, based in Holtsville, NY, US, is a dynamic player in the IT and business solutions industry. Their services portfolio, as outlined on their official website (askitc.com), spans across a broad spectrum which includes IT consulting, talent management, digital and technology solutions. Founded with the goal to provide clients with the highest quality IT services, the company has steadily evolved and expanded as a leading resource, maintaining a powerful presence in the fields of information technology and business solutions alike. Ask IT Consulting believes firmly in its core values, which pivots upon integrity, excellence, respect, commitment, and diversity. As part of its mission, the company strives to deliver innovative and effective solutions for their clients that are tailored to meet their unique needs and objectives.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Holtsville, NY, US

Year founded

2008

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Data Analyst?

A: To succeed as a Data Analyst, key technical skills include proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, expertise in data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI, and knowledge of statistical analysis and machine learning concepts. Additionally, strong soft skills like effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration are crucial for presenting insights to stakeholders and working with cross-functional teams. By combining these technical and soft skills, Data Analysts can drive business decisions, identify areas for improvement, and contribute to the growth and success of their organization.

Q: What is the career path for a Data Analyst?

A: A Data Analyst's typical career progression involves starting as an Entry-Level Data Analyst, where they collect, analyze, and interpret data to inform business decisions. As they gain experience, they can move into Mid-Level roles such as Senior Data Analyst or Business Analyst, where they take on more complex projects and lead smaller teams. Ultimately, they can advance to Senior Leadership positions like Data Scientist, Data Manager, or even Director of Analytics, where they oversee large-scale data initiatives and drive strategic business growth.\n\nKey opportunities for skill development and professional growth in this role include learning programming languages like Python or R, mastering data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI, and staying up-to-date with emerging trends in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Additionally, Data Analysts can develop soft skills like communication, project management, and leadership to excel in their roles.\n\nLong-term career prospects for Data Analysts are diverse, with potential directions including transitioning into related fields like Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, or even becoming a Product Manager, or pursuing advanced degrees in Data Science or related fields to further specialize in areas like machine learning or data engineering.



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