Decision Support Specialist
About Cook Systems
Since 1990, Cook Systems has partnered with organizations across the country to solve technology challenges and build strong technology teams. As a veteran-owned IT consulting company, we combine decades of industry experience with a continued focus on how technology, AI, and the way people work are evolving.
Our work spans technology consulting, talent development, and AI-enabled solutions. We value people who take ownership, adapt quickly, communicate well, and care about the quality of their work. Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the opportunity to keep building your skills, contribute to meaningful client work, and grow with a company that continues to evolve with the industry.
Summary: We are seeking a skilled Decision Support Systems (DSS) Analyst to work closely with customers and design teams to prioritize data and information requirements. This role involves determining how DSS and Executive Information Systems (EIS) will provide necessary information for effective business decisions and translating these requirements into actionable applications using appropriate decision support and reporting tools.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with customers and design teams to prioritize data requirements.
- Design, develop, and maintain Decision Support Systems (DSS).
- Model data sources and flows, and work with data management staff to define and implement DSS and EIS policies and security frameworks.
- Monitor system performance and implement changes to optimize performance.
- Participate in the selection and evaluation of new products and technologies.
- Support the user community and development team in designing, developing, and maintaining DSS/EIS applications.
- Identify and recommend technology solutions for business challenges.
- Work on multiple projects of medium technological complexity, sometimes leading projects and mentoring junior team members.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of IT work experience in business intelligence tools and systems.
- Proficiency in process and data modeling, DSS architecture, and tools.
- Knowledge of development life cycle methodologies and IT planning methodologies.
- Extensive understanding of enterprise data and decision-making processes.
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Benefits at Cook Systems
We want our employees to have benefits that support their health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Eligible Cook Systems employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package beginning the first of the month following their hire date, including:
- Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with two plan options
- Dental and vision coverage
- Life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care FSA options through Navia
- Health Gap Insurance through Sun Life
- 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard, with eligibility after six months
Beyond benefits, Cook Systems is a place where we expect people to take ownership of their work, communicate openly, continue learning, and contribute to the teams and clients they support.
We have been building technology careers and client partnerships for more than three decades, and we continue to evolve with the industry. If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work, develop your capabilities, and be part of what comes next in technology, we’d like to hear from you.
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