Systems Analyst I or Systems Analyst II, OSS/BSS Application Specialist
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Job summary
ImOn Communications, LLC in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Systems Analyst I or II to administer and support the OSS/BSS application and the data that drives network processes.
The role provides a pathway to advanced responsibilities within Information Technology, including incident resolution ownership, data validation, and system integration support in a team-focused environment.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year in systems support, application support, systems analysis, or related IT role.
- Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent).
- Strong communication with technical and non-technical users.
- Basic incident/service request management, troubleshooting, escalation procedures.
Responsibilities
- Validate data to OSS/BSS and maintain data integrity.
- Assist in incident resolution and ticket triage with defined SLAs.
- Monitor ticket queues with updates and stakeholder communication.
- Support analysis of system behavior to identify improvements.
- Own data flows validation and interface troubleshooting.
- Participate in upgrades, patches, migrations, and testing.
- Monitor performance and report risks to teams.
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Job description
Cedar Rapids (This position is located at the Corporate Office in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Qualified candidates must live within a commutable distance to Cedar Rapids, or willing to relocate).
Information Technology
Full-Time
At ImOn Communications, we’re more than a technology provider, we’re a team of people passionate about keeping our community connected. As a Systems Analyst, OSS/BSS Application Specialist, you will administer, maintain, and support the organization’s OSS/BSS application and the operational data that drives critical business and network processes. This position serves as a technical and functional resource for the OSS/BSS environment, ensuring that application configuration and data accurately reflect the organization’s products, services, customers, and telecommunications network.
- Validate data sent from engineering teams and input into the OSS/BSS system while maintaining data integrity.
- Assist in the resolution of incidents and service requests, including triage, troubleshooting, escalation, and timely follow-up within defined SLAs.
- Monitor and manage assigned ticket queues, ensuring accurate updates, documentation, and communication with stakeholders.
- Support the analysis of system behavior and business processes to identify issues, improvements, and optimization opportunities.
- Assist with system integration support, including validating data flows, troubleshooting interface issues, and escalating complex problems when needed.
- Participate in system upgrades, patches, and migrations, including testing, validation, and post-implementation support.
- Monitor system performance and report issues, risks, or degradation to appropriate teams for resolution.
- Validate data sent from engineering teams and input into the OSS/BSS system while maintaining data integrity.
- Own the end-to-end resolution of incidents and service requests, including triage, prioritization, root cause analysis, and timely resolution within defined SLAs
- Manage and drive ticket queues, ensuring accountability for progress, resolution quality, and clear communication with stakeholders
- Analyze system behavior and business requirements to identify, recommend, and implement improvements, defect resolutions, and performance optimizations
- Own system integration support, including validating data flows, troubleshooting interface failures, and ensuring reliable interoperability between systems
- Maintain accurate system documentation, ensuring configurations, processes, and knowledge are current and transferable across the team
- Monitor system performance and integration points, proactively identifying risks, degradation, and opportunities for optimization, and driving corrective actions
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- A positive, professional attitude, even in challenging situations
- Technical curiosity and a willingness to learn
- Dependability and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- At least 1 year of experience in systems support, application support, systems analysis, or a related IT role (or equivalent internship, education, or technical support experience).
- Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical users.
- Basic understanding of incident and service request management processes, including troubleshooting and escalation procedures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot application, integration, and data-related issues.
- Working knowledge of business applications, system support concepts, and production support environments.
- Basic proficiency in SQL, including querying and data validation.
- Basic understanding of system integration concepts, APIs, data flows, and middleware technologies.
- Ability to learn new systems, applications, and business processes with limited supervision.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including filtering, sorting, pivot tables, and basic data analysis.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and maintain accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment.
- All requirements for a level I.
- At least 3 years of experience in systems support, application support, systems analysis, or a related IT role.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise updates to technical and non-technical stakeholders during incidents.
- Proven ability to independently own incident and service request resolution, including triage, root cause analysis, and cross-team coordination.
- Strong troubleshooting experience across applications, integrations, and data issues in a production environment.
- Working knowledge of application lifecycle management, including deployments, support, and change management processes.
- Proficiency in SQL, including complex querying, data validation, and troubleshooting data integrity or performance issues.
- Practical experience supporting system integrations, including working with APIs, data flows, and middleware technologies.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of issues and drive resolution across multiple teams and dependencies.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, filtering, pivot tables, and troubleshooting data discrepancies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
- Experience supporting enterprise or business-critical applications.
- Experience supporting CRM, OSS/BSS, or other integrated business systems.
- Exposure to REST/SOAP APIs, including basic testing or troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with scripting or programming languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Java, C#).
- Basic understanding of infrastructure concepts, including networking, servers, and cloud environments.
- Experience using monitoring, logging, or ticketing tools in a support environment.
- Familiarity with ITIL-based service management practices (incident, problem, and change management).
- Telecom industry experience.
Career Growth: Structured advancement with company-supported certifications.
Training & Development: Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing learning to help you build technical and leadership skills.
Work with Purpose: Help families, businesses, and communities stay connected through reliable, high-quality service.
Team Culture: Join a supportive group of professionals who value safety, collaboration, and doing things the right way.
Performance Recognition: Earn advancement and rewards based on your quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction results.
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick days)
- Company-provided tools, uniforms, and vehicle for field roles
- Employee discounts on services and partner programs
- Wellness and employee assistance programs
ImOn Communications, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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