Analyst,Data Analytics II

Analyst,Data Analytics II

Description

Nuclear Technology Solutions - Data Analytics Analysis

JOB SUMMARY

The Data Analytics Analyst provides programming support to applications of the Nuclear Technology Solutions (NTS) Data Analytics team located in Birmingham, Alabama at the Energy Center. This includes working closely with Southern Nuclear Corporation (SNC) business partners to provide data visualizations and reports to support improved decision making. This includes working closely with SNC and other NTS personnel to provide trending, analyses, model and advanced analytics to gain insights into business processes and issues.

Broad technical and business backgrounds, as well as the ability to think strategically and act tactically, are important dimensions for success in this role. Experience in power generation and specifically nuclear power would be advantageous.

Additionally, the Data Analytics Analyst is required to comply with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations. This includes the requirement to successfully pass (>80%) NRC and Southern Nuclear Corporation (SNC) yearly required exams, initial/random Federal Drug Testing program, psychological testing and criminal background investigations to ensure a drug/alcohol free work environment and to ensure employees are trustworthy and reliable.

This job utilizes a hybrid work schedule based. The current hybrid schedule requires the selected individual to physically work from a Southern Nuclear location (The Energy Center, Plants Farley, Hatch, Vogtle 1&2 or Vogtle 3&4) on Wednesdays and as needed/requested on other days. Telecommuting on Wednesdays is only allowed on a case-by-case basis pending Manager approval. Travel is less than 10%.

Ability to work physically from the Energy Center is highly preferred.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Engineering or currently have Bachelors in a non-technical degree with 6 years of experience in Information Technology/Computer Science is preferred. Individuals currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology will be considered.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Demonstrated technical and programming experience in various languages, Python preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of how IT adds value to these organizations. Experience in nuclear generation is advantageous.
• Knowledge of SQL, and BI tools and DQ measurement tools SQL
• Responsible for enhancement and modification of PL/SQL scripts, towards production support and maintenance as required, based on application criticality
• Establishes data collections strategies/systems, reporting standards and criteria, and maintains data and reporting integrity.
• Experience with data visualization and presentation

Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to participate on a highly motivated and results-oriented team; able to develop applications and support effective change management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral & written communication skills; able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, clients and IT management; ability to make presentations to all levels of employees/management/executives.
• Ability to blend technology with business needs to achieve business improvements.
• Ability to provide strategic direction for Southern Nuclear IT investments with emphasis on standardization on excellence among the nuclear projects.

Competencies:

• Ability to negotiate and influence others
• Demonstrate Southern Style: unquestionable trust, superior performance and total commitment
• Expert analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn new technologies and apply them
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting priorities
• Solid understanding of change management and controls
• Builds productive relationships with a focus on cooperation & teamwork
• Comprehensive customer service skills; delivers consistently on customer commitments
• Strong interpersonal skills; communicates effectively (oral & written) with all levels of client, peer and IT management
• Convey complex technical issues in business terms
• Understanding of engineering/analysis/design discipline and methodology
• Maintains a balance between analysis and implementation, and theoretical and practical
• Knowledge of business management, specifically in dealing with multiple projects involving architecture platforms and complex technologies

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: (Primary responsibilities of the job)

• Support and participate in cross-functional projects using advanced data modeling and analysis techniques to discover insights that will guide strategic decisions and uncover optimization opportunities.
• Build, develop and maintain data models, reporting systems, data automation systems, dashboards and performance metrics support that support key business decisions.
• Design and build technical processes to address business issues.
• Oversee the design and delivery of reports and insights that analyze business functions and key operations and performance metrics.
• Ensure accuracy of data and deliverables of reporting employees with comprehensive policies and processes.
• Manage and optimize processes for data intake, validation, mining and engineering as well as modeling, visualization and communication deliverables.
• Examine, interpret and report results of analytical initiatives to stakeholders in leadership, technology, sales, marketing and product teams.
• Oversee the data/report requests process: tracking requests submitted, prioritization, approval, etc.
• Develop and implement quality controls and departmental standards to ensure quality standards, organizational expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Anticipate future demands of initiatives related to people, technology, budget and business within your department and design/implement solutions to meet these needs.
• Organize and drive successful completion of data insight initiatives through effective management of analyst and data employees and effective collaboration with stakeholders.
• Communicate results and business impacts of insight initiatives to stakeholders within and outside of the company.

Other Information:

• Relocation Assistance Available

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Information Technology

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham

Operating Company: Southern Company Services

Other Locations: United States, Georgia-East Georgia-Waynesboro, Georgia-Central Georgia-Baxley, Alabama-South Alabama-Columbia

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

The Energy Center - 3535 Colonnade Parkway (3535Birmingham)

3535 Colonnade Parkway

Birmingham, 35243

Plant Vogtle - 7821 River Road (7821WAYNESBORO)

7821 River Road

Waynesboro, 30830

Plant Hatch - 11028 Hatch Parkway, North (11028BAXLEY)

11028 Hatch Parkway, North

Baxley, 31513

Plant Farley - 7388 North State Hwy 95 (7388COLUMBIA)

7388 North State Hwy 95

Columbia, 36319

Plant Vogtle 3 & 4 - 7825 River Road (7825WAYNESBORO)

7825 River Road

WAYNESBORO, 30830

Req ID: SCS2011025