Senior Systems Analyst, EDI

Bcbsms; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi seeks a Senior Systems Claims Analyst for its EDI Department to drive reliable mainframe integrations and data flows across Mississippi.

You will analyze requirements, maintain EDI systems, and serve as SME for EDI. Ideal candidates bring COBOL, JCL, CICS, and DB2 experience, plus strong communication and problem-solving skills to support healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or other related field.
• Seven years of programming experience in COBOL, MVS utilities, MVS JCL, and CICS Command Level programming.
• Advanced skills using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Five years of system analysis and design experience.
• Competent in developing COBOL programs that interact with DB2 databases.
• Top-tier communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with coworkers, managers and customers; conveying information clearly, listening carefully and providing guidance.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks while effectively organizing tasks and time.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements while creating technical specifications, and developing mainframe applications, interfaces, and databases.
• Maintain EDI systems, including production on call support and technical issue resolution.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for EDI systems.
• Provide expert consultative assistance to Applications management and staff.
• Design, develop, and maintain EDI server processes.

Skills

COBOL programming

MVS utilities

MVS JCL

CICS Command Level programming

Excel

Word

System analysis

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Math/related field

Tools

Easytrieve

Linux scripting

C programming

Job description

Healthy Careers Start Here

Be part of a vision for a healthier Mississippi as a Senior Systems Claims Analyst for our EDI Department.

We are transforming healthcare delivery across Central Mississippi by pairing top-tier clinical care with advanced systems architecture. We are hiring high-performing Senior Systems Analysts with strong analytical rigor, sharp problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to operational excellence.

We are seeking an agile technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment-someone dedicated to leveraging healthcare technology to create tangible, positive outcomes for Mississippians.

What You'll Do

• Analyze business requirements while creating technical specifications, and developing mainframe applications, interfaces, and databases.
• Maintain EDI systems, including production on call support and technical issue resolution.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for EDI systems.
• Provide expert consultative assistance to Applications management and staff.
• Design, develop, and maintain EDI server processes.

Job-Specific Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or other related field.
• Seven years of programming experience in COBOL, MVS utilities, MVS JCL, and CICS Command Level programming.
• Advanced skills using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Five years of system analysis and design experience.
• Competent in developing COBOL programs that interact with DB2 databases.
• Top-tier communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with coworkers, managers and customers; conveying information clearly, listening carefully and providing guidance.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks while effectively organizing tasks and time.

Preferred

• Working familiarity with Easytrieve.
• Linux scripts and/or C programming experience.

Why Join Us

• Purpose-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact on the Health & Wellness of our Members.
• Learning & Development: Build foundational knowledge in healthcare.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to grow your career where your skills flourish.
• Compensation & Benefits:We offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes medical benefits, 401(k), ample paid time off and a schedule that supports true work/life balance.

It's good to be Blue!

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation. Our benefits program is among the best in the health care field. We are looking for employees who can bring their experience, expertise and dedication to work for our customers.