Senior IT Business Analyst
6 days ago
Houston
Job Description We are looking for a Senior IT Business Systems Analyst to serve as the primary Administrator for the Quorum QPTM (Production Tracking & Management) application and provide expert support for third-party land, GIS, and production applications. This role will lead system administration, optimization, and integration efforts to support overall business strategies. Essential duties and responsibilities: • Serve as the primary Administrator and subject matter expert for the Quorum QPTM application, including configuration, user management, troubleshooting, upgrades, and integration with other systems., • Lead collaboration with functional user groups to gather, analyze, and translate complex business requirements into system solutions within Quorum QPTM and related Quorum products (QLS, QDO, QRA, Dynamic Docs, Flowcal)., • Oversee installation, configuration, and upgrade activities for Quorum QPTM and associated applications, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations., • Architect and maintain data integrations and interfaces between Quorum QPTM and other internal/external systems, including ETL processes and data validation., • Develop, maintain, and optimize advanced reports and dashboards using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Crystal Reports, and Power BI to support production tracking and management., • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development., • Work with software vendors and internal teams to resolve application issues, implement patches, and plan for future enhancements., • Document system configurations, workflows, and user manuals specific to Quorum QPTM administration., • Participate in after-hours support rotations as needed to ensure system availability., • Monitor system performance, security, and compliance requirements related to Quorum QPTM., • Lead efforts to devise or modify procedures to solve business problems using sound IT techniques, considering hardware/software capacity and system response times., • Write documentation describing program development, logic, coding, corrections, and user manuals for installation and operation., • Provide technical assistance and training to program users., • Regularly work under deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively., • Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism., • Maintain a high regard for personal safety, company assets, employees, and the general public., • Other duties as assigned. Minimum requirements: Education: • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Management, Information Systems, Business Management, or a related discipline., • A minimum of five (5) years direct work experience in IT or a related discipline may be considered as a substitute for a degree. Experience/Specific Knowledge: • Minimum of eight (8) years overall IT experience, with at least five (5) years in a senior or lead role supporting Quorum Software products, specifically Quorum QPTM., • Proven experience as a primary Administrator or lead technical resource for Quorum QPTM or comparable oil and gas production management systems., • Experience supporting oil and gas accounting and land software a plus., • Experience in the full product development life cycle., • Established SQL skills in MS SQL and/or Oracle databases, including complex query writing and performance tuning., • Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Crystal Reports, and Power BI to develop and maintain reports and dashboards., • Experience with ETL tools and data integration techniques., • Able to troubleshoot and code basic Python programs/scripts for automation., • Experience with application development environments using WinForms, Microsoft .Net, or equivalent technology., • Experience with JIRA Ticketing System and Confluence Document System., • Experience working with Red Hat Linux environments., • Knowledge of On-Premise Networks, VPN setups, SSL Certificates, and Single Sign-On (SSO)., • Experience with QLIK Talend is a plus., • Experience with W Energy Software is a plus., • Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills; able to communicate effectively with all levels of company personnel., • Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal skills., • Analytical thinker able to utilize functional and technical knowledge to identify effective and efficient problem resolutions., • Ability to work well both independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment where knowledge sharing is expected., • Ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines., • Experience in effectively communicating business and technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences., • Experience managing multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on business needs., • Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Access, SharePoint, and Outlook. Certifications, Licenses & Registrations: • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel). Competencies, Skills & Abilities: • Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job., • Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules., • Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines., • Ability to organize and prioritize daily work. Physical Demands: All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs., • Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions., • Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time., • The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Working Conditions: • Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours., • The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed. Supervisory Responsibility: • Informal mentor role providing technical leadership and guidance to junior team members. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position: • MBA or MIS highly preferred.