Benefits:
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
Life and Travel Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Paid Holidays and Vacation
What is an Applications Analyst
An Applications Analyst will be responsible for supporting, maintaining, and enhancing business applications to ensure they operate efficiently and align with organizational goals. This role serves as a bridge between business users, IT, and vendors, ensuring that applications meet functional requirements and perform reliably.
What does an Applications Analyst do?
Configuration, testing, analysis, and operational support, including but not limited to:
Provides day-to-day support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for assigned applications.
Serves as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders, IT, and vendors for application-related needs.
Analyzes application performance, identifies issues, and implements enhancements or solutions.
Manages application configurations, upgrades, and patches.
Documents processes, workflows, and technical procedures related to supported applications.
Collaborates with business units to gather requirements and translate them into application or configuration changes.
Supports testing efforts, including test planning, execution, and validation of fixes or enhancements.
Monitors application usage and performance, recommending improvements as needed.
Ensures applications meet compliance, data security, and governance standards.
Participates in projects involving application implementations, integrations, and migrations.
Provides support for storm restoration efforts.
What does it take to be an Applications Analyst?
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or STEM related field of study. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, candidates with an associate’s degree in the aforementioned fields of study and 3+ years of experience in information technology application support or candidates with a high school diploma or equivalency degree and 5+ years of experience in information technology application support will be considered.
Experience with SQL and database fundamentals for querying and issue investigation.
Familiarity with system integrations, interfaces and data flows
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels in an interactive team environment
Ability to multitask, pay close attention to detail, and adapt to a variety of support environments and assignments
Ability to understand business functionality and translate it into process flow diagrams, application requirements and application design
Must be able to work off-hours and weekends when required and be available for scheduled 24/7 callout support
Valid driver’s license
Preferred:
Understanding of map services, feature services, and geospatial platform tools
Ability to manage vendor relationships
Experience with application configuration and testing
Familiarity with system integrations, interfaces and data flows
Programming experience
Experience supporting business applications in a production environment.
Experience with vendor management for third-party supported applications
Experience in energy & utilities or services industry
Applications will be accepted until May 14, 2026.
This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within the Systems Analyst job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay Range: $73,000-$171,300
Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.
Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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What We Do
Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation is a regulated transmission and distribution utility serving approximately 300,000 electric customers and 80,000 natural gas customers in New York State’s Mid-Hudson Valley. We deliver natural gas and electricity in a defined service territory that extends from the suburbs of metropolitan New York City north to the Capital District at Albany. Central Hudson is a leader in promoting regional economic growth, improving system reliability and effective cost management. As an employer, Central Hudson offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision services, tuition assistance, 401K, life insurance and vacation. We have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within and have an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service. Employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers. The company is committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce
