Business Analyst I

033 Palmetto GBA; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health plans

401k retirement savings with company匹配

Life Insurance

PTO

On-site cafeterias

Education Assistance

Service Recognition

National discounts

Job summary

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina seeks a detail‑oriented associate business analyst to help define system scope and support business initiatives. You will learn to conduct analyses, participate in testing, and assist in security administration for applications.

This entry role emphasizes collaboration and process improvement. You’ll join a team responsible for aligning operations with strategic goals, with a focus on data, reporting, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of business support and systems concepts.
• Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical and conceptual skills.
• Good organizational and problem solving abilities.
• Understands how projects and implementations affect an organization and is able to link it to business processes.

Responsibilities

• Obtains a detailed understanding of the major operations and functions in effect within the areas being supported.
• Reviews basic system enhancements/upgrades to determine applicability of customer file modification requirements.
• Assists in facilitating timely and accurate updates to reference files based on customer requests.
• Documents system problems and assists in their resolution.
• Reviews and completes various daily reports to ensure system is performing as expected.
• Prepares written reports and analysis, including recommendations pertaining to system functionality and testing progress.
• Prepares and reviews test data, test plans and test matrices for system changes.
• Develops test matrices to accurately reflect changes and detail expected outcome.
• Executes test cases and evaluates test results for errors.
• Reports problems through appropriate channels and suggests corrections for a successful implementation.
• Learns to define business requirements, perform tests, and may lead small projects.
• Learns how to prepare and review data for analysis to evaluate activities, performance and systems.

Skills

Basic systems concepts

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Understanding business processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but we've been part of the national landscape for more than seven decades, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies, allowing us to build on various business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Description Position Purpose:

Assists in formulating and defining systems scope and objectives using research and basic understanding of business systems and industry requirements.

Learns to conduct business process analyses, needs assessments and cost/benefits analyses for aligning operations solutions with business initiatives.

Provides assistance in testing efforts and may provide security administration to application supported by area when the appropriate written and approved request is received.

Logistics:

Palmetto GBA – one of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s subsidiary companies.

Location:

This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:30AM-5:00PM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. This role is located at 17 Technology Circle Columbia SC 29203.

Sponsorship:

This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

SCA Benefit Requirements:

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and its subsidiary companies have contracts with the federal government subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA). As a Service Contract Act (SCA) employee, you are required to enroll in our health insurance, even if you already have other health insurance. Until your enrollment is complete, you will receive supplemental pay for health coverage. Your coverage begins on the first day of the month following 28 days of full-time employment.

What You’ll Do:

• Obtains a detailed understanding of the major operations and functions in effect within the areas being supported.
• Reviews basic system enhancements/upgrades to determine applicability of customer file modification requirements.
• Following clearly defined procedures, assists in facilitating timely and accurate updates to reference files based on customer requests.
• Documents system problems and assists in their resolution.
• Reviews and completes various daily reports to ensure system is performing as expected.
• Prepares written reports and analysis, including recommendations pertaining to system functionality and testing progress.
• Prepares and reviews test data, test plans and test matrices for system changes.
• Develops test matrices to accurately reflect changes and detail expected outcome.
• Executes test cases and evaluates test results for errors.
• Reports problems through appropriate channels and suggests corrections for a successful implementation.
• Under the guidance of an advanced business analyst or manager, learns to define business requirements, perform tests, and may lead small projects.
• Learns how to prepare and review data for analysis in order to evaluate the activities, performance and systems within a specific area for standards and workflow simplification.
• Communicates with management and departmental personnel to document workflow procedures.
• Assists in preparing verbal and written communication about business changes with management or other staff members.
• Functions as liaison between the operations testers and information systems to facilitate communications.
• In addition, assists customer testers with issues that arise during projects.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree

Degree Equivalency:

• 4 years job related work experience OR Associate's degree AND 2 years job related work experience

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of business support and systems concepts.
• Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical and conceptual skills.
• Good organizational and problem solving abilities.
• Understands how projects and implementations affect an organization and is able to link it to business processes.

Required Software and Tools:

• Microsoft Office

We Prefer That You Have The Following:

• Preferred Experience:

Preferred Experience:

• 1 year provider enrollment experience
• Exposure to quality control, quality auditing, quality assurance

Preferred Software and Tools:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following:

• 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 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.

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 individuals with disabilities and protected 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 disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call 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. We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here's more information. Some states have required notifications. Here's more information.

Welcome Here’s Your Smart Career Move Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies?

Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. Business and political climates may change, but we’re stronger than ever. Our A.M. Best rating is A+ (Superior) — making us the only health insurance company in South Carolina with that rating. We’re the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Veterans Welcome!

BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We’ve found the dedication, work ethic and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more. Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson. If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty.