Strategic IT Systems & Platform Analyst

City of Tuscaloosa; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tuscaloosa is seeking an IT professional to serve as the primary liaison between Information Technology and city departments. The role supports software and hardware platforms and ensures alignment with business objectives and citizens' needs.

The position involves managing platforms throughout their lifecycle, coordinating patches and upgrades, evaluating vendors, and assisting with procurement. It requires OS knowledge, security focus, vendor liaison, and budget involvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical schooling in Data Processing, Computer Sciences, or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience in computer system administration, programming, database design/maintenance, or related field.
• Must obtain and maintain vendor-required certifications for application platforms where required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers application platforms throughout their lifecycle with stakeholders to ensure requirements and outcomes are met.
• Plans, analyzes, tests and deploys patches and upgrades, coordinating with users to minimize downtime.
• Identifies technology opportunities, evaluates vendors, and assists with procurement for new platforms.
• Assists CIO and IT staff with budget planning and operational tasks as requested.
• Maintains data integrity and security across platforms and defines user roles and permissions.

Skills

Vendor management

Budget planning

Change management

Stakeholder communication

Data security

Systems integration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Linux

ERP Systems

Public Safety CAD/RMS

Document Management Systems

SQL/Database concepts

Job description

The City of Tuscaloosa is seeking an IT professional to serve as the primary liaison between Information Technology and city departments. The role supports software and hardware platforms and ensures alignment with business objectives and citizens' needs.

The position involves managing platforms throughout their lifecycle, coordinating patches and upgrades, evaluating vendors, and assisting with procurement. It requires OS knowledge, security focus, vendor liaison, and budget involvement.