WebSphere/UCM Administrator

Summary
 Companion Data Services provides leading IT solutions and managed services. We operate multiple geographically disperse data centers, including two of the nation’s largest healthcare data centers – both rated among the top five percent of data centers worldwide by MIPS.
With three U.S. locations and decades of experience in government, commercial and education markets, our innovative solutions and reliable services allow clients to focus on core business and improve outcomes.
Our data centers host applications process billions of transactions, supporting state, federal and commercial business.
Description
 

Position Purpose: 

Under general supervision, analyze systems specifications and develop applications to support information systems processes. Assist with development of program specifications. Design, code, test, debug, document and maintain these programs. Assist in research and fact-finding to develop and/or modify information systems.

Location:

This is a full-time (40 hours a week M-F) and fully on-site position located in either Dallas, TX or Columbia, SC.

Logistics:

Companion Data Services – one of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.

This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, which requires applicants to be a U.S. Citizen.

What You’ll Do:

• Work closely with analysts and team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions. Confer with user representatives to gain an understanding of necessary changes to system.

• Maintain and modify programs according to specifications. Code, compile, and implement application software that is delivered on time and within budget. Evaluate basic interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area.

• Test modified programs, create necessary test files and data, verify logic, debug, and write relevant documentation.

• Assist in the analysis of production system problems and in recommending workable solutions. Assist with performance monitoring.

• Make recommendations toward the development of new code or reuse of existing code.

To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need the Following:

Required Education:

• Bachelors in a job-related field

Degree Equivalency:

• Associates degree plus an extra 2 years job related work experience for a total of 4 years of required work experience (see "required work experience")

OR

• 6 total years required work experience.

Required Work Experience:

• 2 years-of application development, systems testing or other job-related experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, web, and/or PC/LAN environment.

• Good analysis, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrate logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.

• Pays attention to detail.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors etc.

Required Software and Other Tools:

• Working knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools and their usage in the company.

We Prefer That You Have the Following: 

• Experience with IBM Web Application Server (WAS).

• Hands on WebSphere MQ experience.

• Use Case Modeling (UCM) experience.

Work Environment:

• Customer-focused, project-oriented programming environment.

• Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.​

Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards.  You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.  

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service Recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.