Job Summary:
Data analysts are experts with strong understanding of data structures and analysis. They are responsible for ensuring requirements around the accuracy, quality, completeness, and timeliness of data are captured and understood. They work hand in hand with Data Modelers, Data Developers, Data Stewards and Business SMEs to ensure the customers data needs are accurately captured, understood and delivered. The Data Analyst III leads other data analysts on projects to ensure the development of a plan for and adequate completion of data analysis and design and ensure the quality of data specifications. In addition, the Data Analyst III reviews the work and ensures the quality of the teams deliverables. This role requires analytical skills related to Data Science or Actuarial.
Directly interacts with more senior level internal and external stakeholders (i.e. Managers, Directors, etc.)Act as a subject matter expert in one or more designated data domains.Play a lead role in Data Governance Domain Workgroups as domain SMEPartners with BSG and business to define & document data related requirements, and settle deliverables and deadlines, utilizing negotiation and creativity independently.Lead and provide direction to data analystsTranslate highly complex concepts and conclusions in a clear and concise manner in ways that can be understood by a variety of audiencesLead and own the analysis of highly complex data sources, identifying trends and patterns in data and make recommendations based on analysis resultsPerform root cause analysis on complex data anomalies and working closely data stewards to define best practiceFacilitate review sessions with management, business users and other team membersDirect and review the work of other Data AnalystsCoach and mentor junior analystsProvide estimates for work efforts on projectsOversees the creation of data assessments and project deliverablesDevelopment of best practices, guidelines and standards for Data Governance, Data Quality and Data IntegrationThe information above is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by each incumbent assigned to this position. This job description is not designed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of each incumbent.
Education/Experience:
Requires Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a Quantitative Field (e.g. Actuarial, Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Public Health, Data Science Information Systems, Statistics, etc.).MS/MA preferred10+ Years of relevant work experience8+ Years in Data Analysis or data related roles6+ Years of Healthcare experience
Knowledge
Experience with Healthcare data formats such as X12, HL7, NCPDP, etc.Experience with Industry Data Models such as ADRM, IBM IIW/HPDM or Teradata Healthcare Data ModelExperience with Metadata management processes and tools (Glossary, Lineage, Mapping, etc. )Knowledge of, and experience, with database management system (DBMS) physical implementation, including tables, joins and views, specifically Teradata, Oracle, Greenplum, Vertica, etc.Knowledge of Big Data concepts and platforms such as HadoopKnowledge of NoSQL data stores such as MongoDB, Neo4J, Cassandra, Redis, etc.Experience with Data Warehouse and Data Marts
Skills and Abilities
Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation and facilitation skillsExcellent analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detailProficiency in MS Office (particularly Excel including formulas and calculations)Proficiency using Query Tools such as AQT, TOAD, etc.Extremely strong SQL skills are requiredProficiency in analysis of very large data setsRequire ability to make decisions regarding data quality problems and make recommendations for higher level audienceAbility to combine data from multiple sources when needed for the analysis.Experience with Data Quality & Data Profiling metrics and toolsKnowledge and experience with Data Governance processes, policies and standardsWriting functional/mapping specifications for extracts and reportsFamiliarity with the use cases, business purposes and quality of the dataRequire the ability to lead multiple tasksRequire excellent organizational and time management skillsDemonstrates the ability to apply structure to a loosely defined problemStrongly Desired Technical Skills:Informatica Data Analyst or other similar data analysis and profiling toolsInformatica Data Explorer or other similar toolsMaster Data Management processes and platforms such as Initiate, Informatica MDM, IBM MDM, etc.Data Federation tools such as Teradata QueryGrid, Composite or Informatica DVOther DBMS platforms such as Sybase, SQL Server, MS AccessFamiliarity with reporting and analytics tools such as SAS, Tableau, Cognos, etc.
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law.
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