Manager, Decision Support
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 an experienced Data Systems Manager to act as a liaison between business and IT leadership. This role is crucial for identifying business-critical information, managing Decision Support staff, and ensuring that Decision Support Systems (DSS) and Executive Information Systems (EIS) align with business priorities. The ideal candidate will possess a thorough understanding of corporate strategies and have the ability to manage and prioritize diverse business needs.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a liaison between business and IT leadership to identify and prioritize information needs.
- Manage the Decision Support staff to ensure the development and support of DSS and EIS systems.
- Work closely with business leaders to define critical information needs and assess current systems and emerging technology capabilities.
- Lead research, evaluation, and selection of new technologies to meet business needs.
- Conduct cost and feasibility studies to support technology decisions.
- Ensure effective project management processes are in place and manage resources to deliver quality and timely solutions.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of IT work experience, including managing teams responsible for database, data warehouse, DSS, and EIS development and support.
- Experience in middle-level management within the data warehouse function.
- Strong skills in process and data modeling, data architectural development, IT planning, consulting, and project management.
- Extensive knowledge 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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