It Compliance Analyst

Job Title: IT Analyst
Job Code: 103010
Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the IT Operations Director or IT Operation Manager(s), performs routine assignments in the entry level of the IT Analyst job band

Work closely with IT Service Delivery, IT Support Services, and business unit professionals, project managers and other areas of NiSource, and Service Providers to perform and/or support operations processes, including procurement and payment processing, spending optimization, and expense management related to infrastructure services

Help drive resolution of operational and service-based issues, reviewing, analyzing and reporting on Service Provider operations, as directed by the Director of IT Operations

Prepare for and help facilitate regular performance review meetings with the Service Provider and prepare performance and status information for NiSource IT and business leaders, as requested

Resolve or escalate issues related to operations in a timely manner

Work closely with the IT Support Services to resolve Service Provider related issues and to help ensure accurate reporting related to Service Provider performance

Work closely with NiSource project managers and Service Provider personnel to help track and monitor projects that meet business needs and adhere to agreed-upon service levels (i.e. budget, schedule, quality)

Gather infrastructure services data on spending patterns for analysis and reporting

Provide information on spending for company cost allocation and metric reporting

Gather data on day-to-day operational execution of services and equipment delivery for analysis and reporting

Review monthly and/or annual forecast of expenses for the IT Budget, and analyzes and report variances to budget

Facilitate audits of processes related to Infrastructure Services

Assist in ensuring the Service Providers are adhering to NiSource's defined standards

Confirm that Infrastructure Services supporting documentation is available and kept up-to-date

Maintain a solid understanding of the Service Providers' operational and service delivery capabilities and processes

Interact with Service Provider team members, helping to ensure they are properly qualified and staffed appropriately to meet NiSource business needs

Maintain a solid understanding of the scope of the Service contracts as reflected by service levels, statement of work and pertinent schedules/exhibits

Assist with communications for planned and unplanned outages

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications for Position

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts

2-3 years' experience in infrastructure services or infrastructure analysis, deployment and support

Experience working closely with service providers and delegating operational activities to them, as directed by a director or manager

Knowledge of IT infrastructure components, trends and best practices

Solid skills with computers, operating systems and software (MS Office Suite, MS Project, and other IT applications) and ability to learn new technical concepts quickly

Excellent analytical abilities, including process analysis and development, problem solving and root cause analysis

Strong teaming skills, collaboration, negotiation, communication, organizational, people management and conflict resolution skills

Willing to travel to NiSource business unit or Service Provider locations, as needed

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

NiSource business operations knowledge

2+ years' experience in a support function

Knowledge of ITIL processes and metrics

General working knowledge of the gas and electric utility industry

Disclaimer
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
Inclusion & Diversity
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
Salary Range:
$77,400.00 - $116,200.00
Posting Start Date:
2024-01-23
Posting End Date (if applicable):
2024-02-07Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.