Senior System Analyst

CCI- Computer Consultants International, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer Consultants International (CCI) is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Analyst to support South Carolina's Medicaid MMIS and related mainframe applications in Columbia, SC. The consultant will handle operations, analysis, reporting, testing, and troubleshooting while collaborating with business stakeholders, IT teams, vendors, and state agencies.

The role emphasizes translating business needs into technical requirements, supporting MMIS Online, Provider Web Tool, Enrollment, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical, business, or healthcare-related field (or 7+ years of equivalent experience).
• 5+ years Medicaid or healthcare experience (claims, provider ops, eligibility, enrollment).
• Proficiency in COBOL programming.
• 5+ years experience supporting healthcare mainframe systems for payers.
• 3+ years experience with EDI transactions (companion guide management).
• Understanding MMIS mainframe capabilities and operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between business programs and IT teams to translate needs into technical solutions and system requirements.
• Support legacy MMIS operations and related applications (MMIS Online, Provider Web Tool, Provider Enrollment, EDI/Translator).
• Develop, retrieve, analyze, and distribute reports and datasets for monitoring and processing.
• Perform systems analysis, design, testing, and operational support activities.
• Review QA and UAT results, document defects, and coordinate resolution.
• Troubleshoot system issues by reviewing job schedules, logs, and processes.
• Collaborate with MMIS vendors to support SDLC activities and code library changes (COBOL/JCL).
• Identify recurring issues and escalate risks as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, government agencies, and stakeholders.
• Prepare technical and operational reports and documentation.

Skills

COBOL programming

JCL

SAS

MVS COBOL

IDMS/NETWORK

CA-ADS

Changeman

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MVS COBOL

JCL

IDMS/NETWORK

CA-ADS

Changeman

SAS

Job description

Senior Systems Analyst - Medicaid MMIS / Mainframe COBOL

Location: Columbia, SC

Work Arrangement: Onsite initially for 30-90 days, with potential to transition to a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (Extension Possible)

Company: Computer Consultants International (CCI)

Position Overview

Computer Consultants International (CCI) is seeking an experienced Systems Analyst to support the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS), specifically its legacy Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) and related applications.

The selected consultant will support MMIS operations, systems analysis, reporting, analytics, testing, and technical troubleshooting. This role involves working closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, vendors, and other organizations to support critical Medicaid systems and operational processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between business programs and IT teams to translate business needs into technical solutions and system requirements.
• Support legacy MMIS operations and related applications, including MMIS Online, Provider Web Tool, Provider Enrollment, and EDI/Translator.
• Develop, retrieve, analyze, and distribute reports and datasets for operational monitoring, reconciliation, and processing.
• Perform systems analysis, design, testing, and operational support activities.
• Review QA and user acceptance testing results, document defects, and coordinate issue resolution.
• Troubleshoot system issues by reviewing job schedules, logs, and operational processes.
• Work with MMIS vendors to support SDLC activities and code library changes involving COBOL and JCL programs.
• Identify recurring issues, risks, and operational concerns and coordinate appropriate escalations.
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare technical and operational reports and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical, business, or healthcare-related field. Alternatively, 7+ years of equivalent experience in systems analysis and/or computer systems development or modification.
• 5+ years of Medicaid or healthcare experience, including Medicaid claims, provider operations, eligibility, or enrollment systems.
• Proficiency in COBOL programming.
• 5+ years of experience supporting healthcare mainframe systems for payers in a technical analyst or related capacity.
• 3+ years of experience with EDI transactions, including companion guide management.
• Understanding of MMIS mainframe capabilities and operations.
• Experience with MVS COBOL, JCL, IDMS/NETWORK, CA-ADS, Changeman, and SAS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in MMIS operations.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools such as SAS, Excel, data visualization tools, and statistical analysis software.
• Experience preparing clear and concise technical or operational status reports.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Additional Requirements

• Must currently reside in South Carolina or be willing to relocate to South Carolina at personal expense before starting.
• Must be available to work onsite in Columbia, SC for the first 30-90 days.
• Must be open to a potential hybrid schedule after the initial onsite period.
• Must be available for a virtual interview.
• Must be willing to complete required criminal and credit background checks, if required by the client.
• Duration: 12 months
• Extension: Possible
• Interview Process: One virtual interview round