Available IT Career Opportunities

 

Human capital is at the core of our business; so, we invest a lot to promote a healthy work environment and enhance growth opportunities for our Staff.

 

We manifest our culture by inspiring our employees to create value, which instills in them a heightened sense of self-worth and satisfaction in delivering the exact business results our Customers desire. We love the BFI-way and encourage you to consider joining us!

 

Business Focus, Inc. is a leading provider of IT professionals, delivering innovative solutions for the commercial and public sectors.

Summary

Business Focus, Inc is seeking CyberSecurity Specialists to join our Team. As a CyberSecurity Specialist at Business Focus Inc., you will be instrumental in safeguarding a Client’s IT infrastructure, networks, and data from cyber threats, breaches, and attacks. You will design and implement security measures, monitor systems for vulnerabilities, and respond to security incidents to minimize risk.

Responsibilities:

1. Threat Detection and Prevention

  • Monitor systems and networks for suspicious activities or breaches.
  • Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify risks.
  • Develop and implement intrusion detection and prevention protocols.

2. Security Implementation

  • Configure and manage firewalls, antivirus software, and security systems.
  • Design and enforce access controls and authentication methods.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory cybersecurity standards.

3. Incident Response and Management

  • Investigate and resolve security incidents and breaches.
  • Develop and update incident response plans.
  • Conduct post-incident analysis to prevent future occurrences.

4. Risk Management and Compliance

  • Evaluate potential security risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Stay updated on cybersecurity regulations and ensure compliance.
  • Perform regular security audits and prepare reports for stakeholders.

5. Education and Awareness

  • Train staff on cybersecurity policies and best practices.
  • Create educational materials and conduct workshops to raise security awareness.
  • Promote a culture of cybersecurity across the organization.

6. Research and Development

  • Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
  • Experiment with advanced tools and techniques to enhance security.
  • Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify risks.
  • Develop and implement intrusion detection and prevention protocols.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills

  • Networking:
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, and network protocols.
  • Experience with firewalls, routers, and switches.
  • Operating Systems:
  • Proficiency in Windows, Linux, and macOS security.
  • Cybersecurity Tools:
  • SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar).
  • Intrusion detection and prevention systems.
  • Endpoint protection tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Symantec).
  • Programming and Scripting:
  • Knowledge of Python, Java, C++, or PowerShell for automation and threat analysis.
  • Cryptography:
  • Understanding encryption algorithms, secure coding, and PKI.
  • Compliance and Frameworks:
  • Familiarity with standards like ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and HIPAA.
  • Cloud Security:
  • Securing cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Knowledge of container security (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Soft Skills

  • Analytical Thinking:
  • Ability to assess threats and develop effective mitigation strategies.
  • Problem-Solving:
  • Quickly identify and resolve security issues.
  • Communication:
  • Explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Attention to Detail:
  • Precision in monitoring systems and identifying vulnerabilities.
  • Team Collaboration:
  • Work with cross-functional teams to implement security measures.

Educational Requirements

  • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Certifications:
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

If you are ready to take on the challenge of protecting vital information systems in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply today and become a key player at Business Focus Inc.

Business Focus, Inc is seeking Cybersecurity Specialists to join our Team. As a Cybersecurity Specialist at Business Focus Inc., you will be instrumental in safeguarding a Client’s IT infrastructure, networks, and data from cyber threats, breaches, and attacks. You will design and implement security measures, monitor systems for vulnerabilities, and respond to security incidents to minimize risk.

Responsibilities:

1. Threat Detection and Prevention

  • Monitor systems and networks for suspicious activities or breaches.
  • Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify risks.
  • Develop and implement intrusion detection and prevention protocols.

2. Security Implementation

  • Configure and manage firewalls, antivirus software, and security systems.
  • Design and enforce access controls and authentication methods.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory cybersecurity standards.

3. Incident Response and Management

  • Investigate and resolve security incidents and breaches.
  • Develop and update incident response plans.
  • Conduct post-incident analysis to prevent future occurrences.

4. Risk Management and Compliance

  • Evaluate potential security risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Stay updated on cybersecurity regulations and ensure compliance.
  • Perform regular security audits and prepare reports for stakeholders.

5. Education and Awareness

  • Train staff on cybersecurity policies and best practices.
  • Create educational materials and conduct workshops to raise security awareness.
  • Promote a culture of cybersecurity across the organization.

6. Research and Development

  • Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
  • Experiment with advanced tools and techniques to enhance security.
  • Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify risks.
  • Develop and implement intrusion detection and prevention protocols.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills

  • Networking:
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, and network protocols.
  • Experience with firewalls, routers, and switches.
  • Operating Systems:
  • Proficiency in Windows, Linux, and macOS security.
  • Cybersecurity Tools:
  • SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar).
  • Intrusion detection and prevention systems.
  • Endpoint protection tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Symantec).
  • Programming and Scripting:
  • Knowledge of Python, Java, C++, or PowerShell for automation and threat analysis.
  • Cryptography:
  • Understanding encryption algorithms, secure coding, and PKI.
  • Compliance and Frameworks:
  • Familiarity with standards like ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and HIPAA.
  • Cloud Security:
  • Securing cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Knowledge of container security (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Soft Skills

  • Analytical Thinking:
  • Ability to assess threats and develop effective mitigation strategies.
  • Problem-Solving:
  • Quickly identify and resolve security issues.
  • Communication:
  • Explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Attention to Detail:
  • Precision in monitoring systems and identifying vulnerabilities.
  • Team Collaboration:
  • Work with cross-functional teams to implement security measures.

Educational Requirements

  • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Certifications:
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

If you are ready to take on the challenge of protecting vital information systems in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply today and become a key player at Business Focus Inc.

ONLY THOSE WHO ARE INDEPENDENT AND FREE TO WORK FOR ANY EMPLOYER WILL BE CONSIDERED.

 

Job Description:

Seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join our project team to provide development and sustainment services for our clients, both pre and post-implementation. This candidate will implement and/or support of various client applications.

Responsibilities include working with System Architects and Business Analysts to understand business requirements and solutions architecture. Not only will candidates be joining a project team, they will be joining a team of resources dedicated to delivering client engagements from an off-site location focused on common tools, technologies, and methodologies.

Job Qualifications:

  • Experience in at least one or more scripting language such as Shell, Perl or VBScript.
  • Strong expertise with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment tools
  • Strong expertise with understanding basics of Linux and Windows based OS deployments and configuring application containers for them
  • Experience in administration and configuration of continuous integration tools such as Bamboo, Jenkins, Chef or Puppet.
  • Experience in administration of source code management tools such as Subversion, CVS or similar.
  • Experience with build frameworks and technologies such as ANT, MAVEN, Nexus.
  • Experience in working with build projects for large distributed JEE applications.
  • Experience in deployment patterns for WebSphere and Java applications
  • Experience in understanding network file systems, FTP, SSL and SNMP in the context of configuration and build activities
  • Experience in code merges for large multiple streams including complex merges of reference data
  • Experience in integrating builds for large metadata tools
  • Familiarity with workspace and build management for common components
  • Experience working with transactional database systems; i.e., Oracle, SQL Server, DB2
  • Experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Good knowledge of software implementation best practices
  • Experience using automated code review tool like Find Bugs
  • Knowledge of XML/XSL and Web-services development
  • Working experience of writing Database queries in ORACLE or SQL SERVER or DB2 platform using tools like TOAD or similar

Preferences:

  • Ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment.
  • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP)
  • Ability to understand coding standards and guidelines followed in the project
  • Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software is necessary
  • Candidate should be a self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
  • Passionate about building high-quality systems with software implementation best practices
  • Ability to multi-task & support multiple priorities
  • Strong Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
  • 2 plus years of experience in Continuous Integration tools such as Chef, Jenkins, Bamboo or Puppet
  • Experience in Public Sector Projects is a plus

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job Type: Contract

Job Location: Rhode Island

ONLY THOSE WHO CAN WORK USING A W-2 WILL BE CONSIDERED.

 

We are looking for Software Testers to join the Team. Experience with Integrated Eligibility Systems (IES) is a plus!

This role is a great opportunity for a motivated self-starter looking to grow his or her skill set while making a tangible contribution to continuous improvement of test processes, procedures, and tools on an important program with an international footprint.

Required Skills:

  • Unix (PowerShell) Scripting using Putty
  • SQL query development
  • SOAP UI
  • Interface testing (XML required; 834 EDI highly desirable)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Test case and test scenario development and execution
  • Experience testing on an integrated eligibility system (highly desirable)
  • Client-facing skills/experience
  • Test data creation and management experience
  • Previous health care / insurance industry experience

Job Type: Contract

Job Location: Rhode Island

Required Experience:

  • Testing: 1 year
  • Integrated Eligibility System (IES): 1 year

Business Focus, Inc is seeking experienced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineers to develop, implement, and optimize artificial intelligence models and algorithms. This is a remote position offering very competitive pay.

Key Responsibilities:

1. AI and Machine Learning Development

  • Design, build, and deploy machine learning models and AI solutions.
  • Train, fine-tune, and evaluate machine learning models using structured and unstructured data.
  • Implement deep learning algorithms for tasks such as NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.

2. Data Engineering

  • Collect, clean, preprocess, and analyze large datasets.
  • Work with big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, or distributed systems.

3. Model Deployment and Optimization

  • Develop pipelines for deploying AI models into production environments.
  • Optimize models for performance, scalability, and real-time processing.
  • Monitor and improve model performance after deployment.

4. Research and Innovation

  • Stay updated on the latest AI research and implement state-of-the-art algorithms.
  • Experiment with new tools, technologies, and techniques to improve AI solutions.

5. Collaboration

  • Work with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and business stakeholders.
  • Translate business problems into AI-driven technical solutions.

Skillset Requirements:

Technical Skills

  • Programming Languages:
  • Python (primary), R, Java, C++, or Julia.
  • AI and Machine Learning Frameworks:
  • TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Keras, OpenCV.
  • Data Handling and Analysis:
  • Proficiency in NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib.
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Mathematics and Algorithms:
  • Strong knowledge of linear algebra, probability, statistics, and optimization.
  • Familiarity with ML algorithms like regression, clustering, and neural networks.
  • Cloud Platforms and MLOps:
  • AWS, Google Cloud, Azure.
  • Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Big Data Technologies:
  • Hadoop, Apache Spark, Kafka.
  • Specialized Tools (Based on Domain):
  • NLP: SpaCy, NLTK, Hugging Face.
  • Computer Vision: YOLO, Detectron.

Soft Skills

  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to design innovative solutions.
  • Communication: Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaboration: Work effectively in teams and across departments.
  • Adaptability: Stay flexible to evolving technologies and requirements.
  • Project Management: Manage timelines and deliverables efficiently.

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Google AI certification, TensorFlow Developer, AWS AI and Machine Learning Specialty) are a plus.

    Business Focus, Inc. is a leading provider of IT professionals for the commercial and public sector.

    Summary

    We are seeking skilled Cloud Architects to join our team at Business Focus Inc. As member of our consulting Team you will be designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructures to meet the needs of our Clients.. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions.

    Responsibilities:

    • 1. Cloud Infrastructure Design and Implementation
    • Design and implement scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) based on business requirements.

    2. Cloud Security Management

    • Design and implement security controls to safeguard cloud environments, including identity management, access control, encryption, and compliance.
    • Ensure that cloud systems comply with relevant industry standards, laws, and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
    • Conduct regular security assessments and audits.

    3. Cloud Performance Optimization

    • Monitor cloud performance and optimize costs and resources.
    • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery plans are in place to minimize system downtimes.
    • Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual errors.

    4. Collaboration and Coordination

    • Work with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, IT operations, software developers, and business stakeholders to design cloud solutions.
    • Collaborate with internal teams to integrate cloud services with other technologies (e.g., on-premise systems, third-party applications).
    • Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and cloud professionals.

    5. Cloud Strategy and Roadmap

    • Help define the organization’s cloud strategy, including selecting cloud service providers and defining architecture standards.
    • Develop cloud roadmaps and ensure that cloud solutions align with business goals.
    • Stay updated with the latest cloud trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve cloud architecture.

    6. Documentation and Training

    • Document cloud architecture, designs, and implementation processes.
    • Provide training and support to internal teams on cloud best practices and emerging technologies.
    • Architect cloud systems using services such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and others.
    • Oversee the migration of on-premise applications and services to the cloud.

    Qualifications:

    Technical Skills

    • Cloud Platforms:
    • Extensive experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
    • Expertise in services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, and others.
    • Networking and Security:
    • Strong understanding of networking concepts such as VPCs, VPNs, load balancers, and firewalls.
    • Knowledge of cloud security practices like IAM (Identity and Access Management), encryption, and key management.
    • Cloud Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
    • Proficiency in tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible for automating cloud infrastructure.
    • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools like Jenkins, Git, and Docker.
    • Containerization and Orchestration:
    • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and other containerization technologies.
    • Experience in managing containerized applications in the cloud.
    • Data Management and Analytics:
    • Experience with cloud-based databases (e.g., RDS, DynamoDB, BigQuery) and big data tools.
    • Ability to design and manage scalable data architectures in the cloud.
    • Cost Management:
    • Knowledge of cloud cost management practices and optimization strategies.
    • Experience with cloud cost calculators and billing tools like AWS Cost Explorer.

    Soft Skills

    • Problem-Solving:
    • Ability to analyze complex systems and design solutions to optimize performance and reduce costs.
    • Communication:
    • Ability to explain complex cloud architectures to non-technical stakeholders.
    • Strong collaboration skills to work effectively across multiple teams.
    • Project Management:
    • Experience leading projects and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful cloud deployments.
    • Adaptability:
    • Ability to stay updated with evolving cloud technologies and quickly adapt to new tools and platforms.
    • Leadership:
    • Ability to mentor and guide junior cloud engineers and IT teams.

    Educational Requirements

    • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
    • Certifications:
    • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
    • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
    • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
    • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
    • Cloud Certified Professional (CCP)

    Experience Requirements

    • Experience Level: Typically 3-7 years of experience in cloud engineering or a related field, with at least 2 years of experience in cloud architecture.
    • Relevant Background: Experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions, working with cloud security, and managing cloud resources.
    • Extensive experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
    • Expertise in services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, and others.

    *

    If you are ready to shape the future of technology solutions with us at Business Focus Inc., we invite you to apply today!

      ONLY THOSE WHO CAN WORK USING A W2 WILL BE CONSIDERED.

       

      We are looking for a strong Technical Analyst to join the IV&V team.

      Responsibilities:

      • Providing technical assistance and oversight, analyzing and documenting existing systems, databases, and developing technical requirements
      • Technical planning of hardware and software to support system implementation projects
      • Providing technical recommendations based on research and analyst of existing environments

      Candidate Preferred Experience:

      • Expertise in analyzing and making recommendations on improving technology infrastructure.
      • Experience addressing the technical aspects of the project, including gathering and assessing the technical requirements and some aspects of the business areas.
      • Experience in working within a PMO process
      • Experience with J2EE, .Net , JAVA and SQL
      • Experience in the execution of QA testing of applications including test practices, sample scripts and bug fixes.
      • Experience with strategy and planning for development and testing of conversions
      • Good written and verbal communication skills
      • IV&V experience a plus!

      Job Type: Contract

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      Required Experience:

      • Technical Analyst: 1 year

      ONLY THOSE WHO CAN WORK USING A W2 WILL BE CONSIDERED.

       

      A dynamic and challenging position on the IV&V Team.

      The Technical Analyst contributes by assessing and documenting technical decisions that are implemented across business systems and IT in order to support the business and IT strategy. Perform research, analyze, design, propose, and deliver IT architecture recommendations that are appropriate for the business and IT strategy.

      Responsibilities:

      • Responsible for auditing to ensure robust, secure, scalable systems across n-tier platforms. The Analyst will be responsible for evaluating and incorporating emerging standards and new technologies.
      • Work with the business, and technology areas to assess technical structures based on the existing standards and processes that meets the strategic needs of the business and integrates with other business and IT Processes.
      • Document issues that arise in the technology infrastructure. This may include reviewing designs and recommending improvements to the architecture.
      • Work on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
      • Recommend technology infrastructure, policies, processes, and procedures to proactively protect, monitor, investigate and resolve threats to a secure user environment and assets

      Qualifications:

      • Experience with and knowledge of human services programs, Eligibility/Benefits Programs.
      • Experience with Affordable Care Act systems Experience with JAMA/JIRA
      • Experience working in a collaborative team environment Understanding of systems design and development processes
      • Testing on large scale, mission critical systems
      • Experience in quality control and IV&V for developing web-based applications and/or mainframe
      • Experience with structured testing, reporting, and issue management
      • Programming analysis and support in an IBM CICS ADABAS environment using COBOL and Natural programming languages
      • Experience with J2EE, .Net , JAVA and SQL

      Job Type: Contract

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      Required Experience:

      • Technical Architect: 1 year
      • IV&V: 1 year

      This is an exciting opportunity to work on a major, large scale information technology project. The automated solution is an enterprise web based application supporting statewide health and human services program areas. In addition, to working as part of a large team you will work with new tools and processes supporting multiple departments within state government.

      Responsible for operational readiness of training environment. Responsibilities include; executing test cases, smoke testing environment, remediate software issues, provide technical/functional support for fixing issues. Co-ordinate with DEV/test team to help prioritize fixes and be the first line of support for training team.

      Qualifications:

      • Sound knowledge of java, servlets, EJB, Web services, spring, hibernate and oracle.
      • Highly motivated team player with great attitude.
      • Able to work independently or in a team environment.
      • Minimum 2 years work-related experience.

      Business Focus, Inc. (BFI) is a Rhode Island based company partnering with major clients to design, implement, and test automated systems to improve quality based on industry standards and collaboration. BFI customers include both large and small clients delivering services for commercial, as well as, state and local health and human services system integration projects.

       

      Job Type: Full-time

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      Required Experience:

      • Java Developer: 1 year

      ONLY THOSE WHO CAN WORK USING A W2 WILL BE CONSIDERED

       

      Job Description:

      Seeking a talented Linux Administrator to join our project team to provide development and sustainment services for our clients, both pre and post-implementation. This candidate will be a key software developer for the implementation and/or support of various client applications. Responsibilities include working with System Architects and Business Analysts to understand business requirements and solutions architecture. Not only will candidates be joining a project team, they will be joining a team of resources dedicated to delivering client engagements from an off-site location focused on common tools, technologies, and methodologies.

      Job Qualifications:

      • Good design and deployment level knowledge of large Linux environments with firewall, network load balancers, and OS security.
      • Strong knowledge of Samba or other cross OS platform technologies including enabling secure NFS
      • Experience with integration between Linux and Active Directory
      • Linux 5.X, 6.X and 7.X experience including upgrade and migration
      • Strong experience in implementing role-based access control to secure servers, file systems and web resources in Linux
      • Exposure and understanding of web servers like tomcat or Apache or WebSphere
      • Basic operating knowledge of WebSphere Application Server for operational administration and deployment support
      • Strong knowledge of packages in Linux such as Red Hat Satellite, Samba, MySQL and FTP
      • Ability to analyze system logs and work with log aggregation and analysis tools such as Splunk
      • Exposure and understanding of configuring proxies
      • Exposure and understanding of server shell scripting in a Windows environment
      • Good understanding of ANT, shell and Perl scripts
      • Good understanding of build and deploy procedures
      • Strong experience in working with server teams and understanding of server configurations for large JEE applications
      • Strong understanding of configuring clustering and load balancing for server products
      • Strong understanding of content switches, both hardware and software based
      • Strong understanding of network file systems

      Preferences:

      • Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment.
      • Experience with Chef and Puppet, preferably experience in implementing container deployments on a similar technology
      • Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software is necessary.
      • Candidate should be a self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player
      • Strong background in server administration, network configuration for applications, firewall ports and security integration using Active Directory
      • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
      • Passionate about building high-quality systems with software implementation best practices
      • Ability to multi-task & support multiple priorities / multiple deliverables
      • Strong Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
      • Any OS certifications are a plus
      • Red Hat Certified Linux Engineer or Oracle Solaris Certified Unix Administrator

      Required Skills:

      • 3 plus years of experience with Linux administration
      • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

      Job Type: Contract

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      ONLY THOSE WHO CAN WORK USING A W2 WILL BE CONSIDERED.

       

      This is an exciting opportunity to work on a large-scale information technology project. The system is an enterprise application supporting statewide health and human services program areas. You will work as part of a large team maintaining and enhancing a public-sector system.

      Skilled (3 to 5 years experience)

      Position Description:

      • 3 years experience in PL/SQL development
      • 3 years experience with UNIX scripting language
      • 3 years experience with UNIX operating system
      • Knowledge of Visual Studio
      • Knowledge of Python
      • Experience writing Business Requirements and Specification documentation
      • Clear verbal and written communications skills

      Minimum Education and Certifications

      • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

      Job Type: Full-time

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      This is an exciting opportunity to work on a major, large scale information technology project. The automated solution is an enterprise web-based application supporting statewide health and human services program areas. In addition, to working as part of a large team you will work with new tools and processes supporting multiple departments within state government.

      The Site Support team will work to functionally and organizationally prepare and support the implementation of Rhode Island’s new Integrated Eligibility System (IES) through December 2016.

      Responsibilities:

      • Testing – To familiarize site support staff with the RIIES system, functionality, and flows
      • Change Management Activities – To ensure site support workers understand the delta between the current state business processes, as well as, roles and responsibilities and how those will be impacted by the implementation of RIIES
      • Training – To provide site support staff exposure to state workers and situation based questions as they apply to RIIES. Also to ensure adequate classroom coverage and support
      • User Acceptance Testing and Pilot Support – To provide site support staff exposure to specific RIIES scenarios and how the functionality handles them
      • Organizational Readiness – Ensuring sites where RIIES will be deployed are prepared to implement the system
      • Site Support – To provide functional support and initial triage of issues that arise for RIIES users

      The role and chronologic order of responsibilities allow team members to build their knowledge of RIIES prior to implementation site and play an integral role in preparation for and support of the implementation of the system.

      Qualifications:

      • Two-year degree or equivalent experience with technology projects.
      • Familiarity with writing, and executing test cases for software projects.
      • Experience in identifying and documenting defects.
      • Ability to learn and apply new tools to support the effort.
      • Good organizational skills
      • Excellent communication and analytical skills.

      Preferred Skills:

      • Previous experience in health care.

      Required Education:

      • Associate

      Required Experience:

      • Technology Projects: 1 year

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      ONLY THOSE WHO CAN WORK USING A W2 WILL BE CONSIDERED**

       

      Job Description:

      Seeking a talented Senior Oracle Database Analyst to join our project team to provide development and sustainment services for our clients, both pre and post-implementation. This candidate will be a key team member for the implementation and/or support of various client applications. Responsibilities include working with System Architects and Business Analysts to understand business requirements and solutions architecture. Not only will candidates be joining a project team, they will be joining a team of resources dedicated to delivering client engagements from an off-site location focused on common tools, technologies, and methodologies.

      Job Requirements:

      • Experience in Oracle Database (8i, 9i, 10g, 11g, 12c)
      • Strong skills in both logical and physical database design/modeling
      • Strong skills in identifying and fixing database issues related to deadlock, abnormal application lock, contention, etc.
      • Strong skills in performance tuning of SQL queries
      • Strong skills in maintaining multiple databases and to support development team
      • Strong skills in writing Stored Procedures, Packages, Triggers, Views
      • Experience in writing shell/batch scripts for processes like RMAN, VERITAS backups, debug instance/database crash/recovery
      • Experience with backup and recovery and Security
      • Manage day-to-day database operations, monitor and maintain schema objects
      • Experience with Database replication tools
      • Experience with JEE/WEB applications are a plus

      Experience:

      5-7 Years of application development experience with at least 2 to 3 years focused on database design and/or development activities

      Preferences:

      • Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment.
      • Ability to quickly learn new concepts is necessary.
      • Candidate should be a self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player and exhibit exceptional relationship management skills.
      • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
      • Passionate about building high-quality systems with software implementation best practices while leading and mentoring a team of developers.
      • Ability to understand methodologies and tools used for delivery and display a passion to follow and devise processes for improving quality
      • Ability to multi-task & support multiple priorities / multiple deliverables
      • Ability to understand requirements and turn them to useful client deliverables using a team
      • Strong Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

      Education:

      • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
      • Oracle certifications are a plus

      Job Type: Contract

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      This is an exciting opportunity to work on a large scale information technology project. The system is an enterprise application supporting statewide health and human services program areas. You will work as part of a large team maintaining and enhancing a public sector system.

      Skilled (3 to 5 years experience)

      Position Description:

      • 3 years hands-on experience in the IT/software development industry with specific focus on business analysis and web application development
      • 3 years of experience in Traditional website design and Responsive Web Design
      • 4 years of object oriented web application design and development using NET technologies
      • Mobile Application Software patterns for Microsoft based Smartphones and Tablets
      • Experience with Powerbuilder 12 or Active server pages is a must
      • Experience with C#, MVC/ ASP.NET, and Visual Studio
      • Experience with SQL,ADO.NETand Entity Framework
      • Experience with HTML,CSS, Java, Javascript
      • Knowledge of UI/UX concepts and design
      • Knowledge of OOP best practices
      • Knowledge of Mobile Application Software patterns for Microsoft based Smartphones and Tablets [Microsoft Surface]
      • Knowledge of Python a plus

      Minimum Education and Certifications

      • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

      Job Type: Full-time

      Job Location: Rhode Island

       

      Required Experience:

       

      Powerbuilder: 5 years

      We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join our BFI Team. The role will support this critical project by gathering and documenting business requirements and verifying all requirements have been met. The right candidate should have extensive SQL experience. This is an exciting opportunity in a face-paced environment.

      Responsibilities:

      • Facilitation/attendance of business requirements gathering meetings
      • Maintain traceability and requirements trackers
      • Document requirement-related meeting minutes and decisions
      • Elicitation of business requirements from business stakeholders
      • Creation and maintenance of detail business requirements documents
      • Collaborate with both QA and business oriented project team members to validate test data results

      Qualifications:

      • Ability to facilitate efforts to elicit, analyze, validate, and document business requirements
      • Ability to verify data that results meet approved requirements
      • Experience writing/maintaining business requirements documentation
      • Experience generating drafts of new requirements without extended oversight
      • Extensive experience writing and using SQL
      • Ability to come up to speed rapidly on understanding existing processing, data, and systems
      • Experience working with business and technology team members to ensure seamless integration of business functionality and requirements throughout the SDLC process
      • Experience providing rapid turnaround of new requirement artifacts
      • Strong ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
      • Experience with and adhering to PMO methodology and project standards.

      Job Type: Contract

      Job Location: Rhode Island

      Required Education:

      • Bachelor’s

      Required Experience:

      • Business Analysis: 2 years

      SQL: 1 year

      For more information on joining our BFI Team, please send your resume to or contact BJ Murray at bjmurray@businessfocus-inc.com. Please note which open positions may interest you.

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