Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Support Analyst

Financial Information Systems at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Support Analyst. The Support Analyst is a help desk position that provides technical support for the business and financial areas of the University. The Support Analyst's role is to ensure proper computer operation so that end users can accomplish business tasks. This includes receiving, prioritizing, documenting, and actively resolving end user help requests via telephone and a web interface.

This is a technical support position involving system analysis, support, troubleshooting, application testing, documentation creation, and training. Problem resolution may involve the use of diagnostic and help request tracking tools, as well as require that the individual provide hands-on assistance at the desktop level. Individual must have technical knowledge of desktop computer systems. Modern hardware, software, and operating systems knowledge is also necessary. Good organizational skills are required for project planning, leadership, and implementation. Excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, and writing skills are required.

A bachelor's degree in computer or information science, or related field, or relevant experience in information systems is required. Individual must possess at least three years relevant work experience; ITIL knowledge is preferred. The applicant is required to possess or obtain CompTIA A+ and HDI Support Center Analyst Certifications within six months of hire. Position requires occasional on-call rotation during evenings/weekends for emergency requests.

The University of Pittsburgh, internationally recognized as a great center for learning and research, provides a dynamic workplace with opportunity for career growth and development. As one of Pittsburgh's largest employers, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package with opportunities for personal development and advancement.

Apply online at www.pittsource.com by searching for Position Number 0011790.

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Welcome Kevin

Kevin Delaney has accepted a Client Computing position in Technical Services. He will join us as a part-time student Junior Systems Administrator effective January 5, 2012. His responsibilities include assisting with troubleshooting client computers, software deployment, and asset management. Kevin will be located at 1917 Cathedral of Learning and will report to Anthony DiGregorio.

Welcome Erich

FIS is pleased to announce that Erich Schutz has accepted an Application Developer position in Technical Services effective January 3, 2012. Erich holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Science obtained at the University of Pittsburgh. Erich has previously worked for Concurrent Technologies Corporation as a Lead Developer specializing in ASP.NET and Java development projects. His responsibilities include custom application development as well as third-party system support. Erich will be located in B-44 Cathedral of Learning and will report to Rich Welsh.

Congratulations Courtney

Congratulations to Courtney Thomas for being promoted to Senior Support Analyst, effective December 20, 2011. Courtney’s duties include analyzing and troubleshooting technical support requests, application testing, user documentation creation, and customer training. In addition, she provides a leadership role in computer technical consultation, computer support, and ITIL knowledge management. Courtney has provided outstanding service to our customers and she is knowledgeable with our environment. Her combination of technical and functional skills has been a great benefit to FIS and our customers.

Chris March

FIS is pleased to announce that Chris March has accepted the Support Analyst position in FIS Technical Services, effective January 3, 2012. Chris began working at Financial Information Systems in our Client Computing group as a student Junior Systems Administrator in September 2010 and then later moved to the Customer Support group in September 2011 as a student Junior Support Analyst. His responsibilities will include analyzing and troubleshooting technical support requests, application testing, and user documentation creation. 

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Congratulations to Wendy and Rick

Congratulations to Wendy Branowitzer for being selected as the Pittsburgh 2011-2012 HDI Analyst of the Year award recipient! This prestigious award demonstrates Wendy’s outstanding commitment to excellent service! Wendy was judged in several categories, some of which include customer service, process and knowledge sharing, team support, and problem solving. Wendy will now move on to compete in the HDI Analyst of the Year regional competition. Congratulations also to Rick McIver for being nominated as the first Pittsburgh HDI Computer Technician of the Year.

Friday, September 16, 2011

Staff News

FIS is pleased to announce that Matthew Yoschak has been promoted to Senior Systems Engineer in our Server Computing group. We are also happy to announce that Rick McIver has been promoted to Senior Systems Administrator in our Client Computing group. In addition, Chris March has changed jobs from Junior Systems Administrator to Junior Support Analyst. Congratulations!