Technology Solutions Analyst (34129)

CEC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC Companies seeks a Solutions Analyst to partner with business and technology teams, translating business needs into AI-enabled solutions and supporting implementation.

The role focuses on identifying opportunities in AI, analytics, and automation, documenting requirements, and contributing to POCs, testing, and deployment. You will help define data requirements, monitor outcomes, and promote responsible AI practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in business analysis, systems analysis, analytics, or technology consulting.
• Experience supporting AI, automation, analytics, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts in business-friendly language.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for AI, machine learning, automation, and analytics solutions.
• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements, process workflows, and functional specifications.
• Translate business challenges into clearly defined AI use cases, user stories, and success criteria.
• Partner with data engineers, data scientists, developers, and vendors to support AI solution design and implementation.
• Participate in proof-of-concepts (POCs) and pilot programs to validate feasibility and business value.
• Support solution testing, validation, and deployment activities.
• Collaborate with data teams to define data requirements, quality standards, and validation criteria.
• Assist in monitoring model performance and business outcomes.
• Support responsible AI practices, including governance, privacy, security, and ethical considerations.
• Support user training, communications, documentation, and change management activities.
• Act as a liaison between IT and business teams to ensure solutions meet user needs and are adopted effectively.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for AI initiatives.
• Monitor post-implementation outcomes and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and recommend improvements or innovations.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

SDLC/Agile

Data-driven

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Ethical AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in IS/CS/Analytics/Business

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Power Platform

Azure AI

Job description

Position Summary

The Solutions Analyst is responsible for partnering with business and technology teams to identify, evaluate, and support the delivery of artificial intelligence (AI), analytics, and automation solutions that drive operational efficiency and business value. This role serves as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams, translating business needs into AI‑enabled solutions while supporting implementation, adoption, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI, machine learning, automation, and analytics solutions.
• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements, process workflows, and functional specifications.
• Translate business challenges into clearly defined AI use cases, user stories, and success criteria.
• Partner with data engineers, data scientists, developers, and vendors to support AI solution design and implementation.
• Participate in proof‑of‑concepts (POCs) and pilot programs to validate feasibility and business value.
• Support solution testing, validation, and deployment activities.
• Collaborate with data teams to define data requirements, quality standards, and validation criteria.
• Assist in monitoring model performance and business outcomes.
• Support responsible AI practices, including governance, privacy, security, and ethical considerations.
• Support user training, communications, documentation, and change management activities.
• Act as a liaison between IT and business teams to ensure solutions meet user needs and are adopted effectively.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for AI initiatives.
• Monitor post‑implementation outcomes and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and recommend improvements or innovations.

Qualifications

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts (e.g., ML, natural language processing, large language models, predictive analytics).
• Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, Power Platform, Azure AI, or comparable technologies.
• Working knowledge of SDLC, Agile, or hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Exposure to process automation or intelligent workflow solutions.
• Experience working in complex or regulated environments.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams.
• Data‑driven mindset with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.Commitment to ethical and responsible use of AI technologies.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in business analysis, systems analysis, analytics, or technology consulting.
• Experience supporting AI, automation, analytics, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts in business‑friendly.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires mobility within an office environment.
• Regularly required to talk and hear. Effectively communicate with others both written and orally, including using the telephone.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• The employee may be required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and bend.
• May be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Possess good hearing, normal or corrected.
• The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee may be required to climb stairs.
• Must be able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required and night or weekend shifts, as needed.

CEC Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best‑qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.