Senior Business Systems Analyst

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 107,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

PTO and holidays

Tuition Assistance

Pension benefits

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Senior Business Systems Analyst to advance governance, portfolio financial oversight, data quality, and process improvement across the CTDO PMO. This role partners with leadership to translate complex portfolio data into actionable insights.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with executive leadership while driving data-driven decisions in a remote Texas

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5 years experience in governance, portfolio management, or related analysis.
• Experience translating portfolio data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio financial management and forecasting aligned with governance standards.
• Organize and support Informatics Committee and ITEC governance activities.
• Improve data accuracy, reporting, and dashboards to enhance decision-making.
• Educate stakeholders on financial management standards and governance expectations.
• Lead continuous improvements to governance workflows and processes.

Skills

Governance expertise

Portfolio management

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Within the CTDO Project Management department, the Senior Business Systems Analyst serves as a governance subject matter expert focused on portfolio governance, financial management, data quality, and process improvement initiatives that support organizational decision-making and accountability.

The Senior Business Systems Analyst plays a critical role in supporting enterprise governance frameworks, portfolio financial oversight, and governance committee operations. The Senior Business Systems Analyst collaborates with leadership, stakeholders, and governance groups to improve portfolio visibility, strengthen data integrity, and advance operational excellence across UT MD Anderson.

The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and process-oriented professional with experience supporting governance frameworks, portfolio financial management, data quality oversight, business analysis, and process improvement initiatives. The successful candidate demonstrates strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, facilitation, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, and is comfortable working with executive leadership while translating complex portfolio data into actionable insights.

Minimum $106,500 annually - Midpoint $133,000 annually - Maximum $159,500 annually

Work Location: Remote within Texas; local candidates preferred.

Why Us?

At UT MD Anderson, this role directly supports the institution's mission by strengthening governance processes, improving portfolio transparency, and enabling data-driven decision-making across technology and informatics initiatives. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with executive leadership, contribute to enterprise-wide improvements, and implement innovative solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness while supporting professional growth and work-life balance.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Portfolio Financial Management

• Provide oversight of TDI portfolio financials through budget management, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Support financial planning processes to ensure alignment with organizational strategies and portfolio objectives.
• Ensure portfolio financial activities comply with governance standards and TDI PMO best practices.
• Deliver financial insights, risk assessments, and recommendations to governance committees, IT leadership, and business stakeholders.
• Educate stakeholders on financial management standards, processes, and governance expectations.

Governance Support

• Organize and facilitate Informatics Committee and ITEC meetings and related governance activities.
• Ensure governance meetings are supported by accurate, consistent, and governance-ready portfolio data.
• Support governance committees through preparation, coordination, and ongoing process management.
• Educate users on TDI Governance tools, processes, and best practices.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Recommend and implement continuous improvements to TDI Governance and TDI PMO workflows and processes.
• Assist in the development of financial management frameworks, tools, performance metrics, and standards.
• Lead implementation efforts that support framework adoption and process consistency.
• Oversee data accuracy within reports and dashboards to ensure alignment with TDI PMO best practices.
• Drive improvements that enhance portfolio visibility, accountability, and decision‑making.

Professional Knowledge & Leadership

• Maintain expertise in TDI PMO platforms, project management methodologies, quality management principles, and business process improvement practices.
• Demonstrate strong financial management knowledge and application.
• Monitor departmental changes and evaluate impacts on TDI PMO functions.
• Provide recommendations for workflow and process enhancements based on organizational needs.
• Demonstrate leadership, communication, stakeholder management, facilitation, negotiation, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills.
• Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving techniques to governance and portfolio challenges.

Growth & Innovation

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve governance, financial management, and portfolio processes.
• Implement innovative solutions aligned with TDI PMO guiding principles.
• Drive initiatives that create business value and improve operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 5 years Experience in epic software, domain, project management or workflow analysis.
• May substitute require education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
• Preferred: Portfolio Governance & Process Management - Experience managing portfolio governance frameworks, project intake processes, prioritization, and business case reviews. Data Analysis & Portfolio Reporting - Strong ability to maintain portfolio data quality, analyze project and resource information, and develop executive-level reporting and dashboards. Stakeholder Management & Communication - Exceptional ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, facilitate governance discussions, and communicate recommendations to senior leadership.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 183091
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 106,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 133,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 159,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes