Data Analytics Analyst

Data Analytics Analyst

Description

Analyst, Data Analytics

Work location: The Energy Center located in Birmingham, AL

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.

Lastly, this job utilizes a hybrid work schedule based at the Energy Center in Birmingham, Alabama. The current hybrid schedule requires the selected individual to physically work from the Energy Center 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%.

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

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Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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

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

Req ID: SCS2010816