Senior Systems Analyst - Informatica PowerCenter Specialist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLocation: Baltimore, MD 21202 (Hybrid - On-site/Remote as specified by client)

Duration: July 14, 2025 – June 30, 2028

Position Overview

We seek a Senior Systems Analyst with deep Informatica PowerCenter expertise to support a healthcare-related Maryland state agency. This role centers on managing enterprise data integration platforms that process critical healthcare enrollment and eligibility information for Maryland .

The successful candidate will serve as the primary Informatica specialist, ensuring optimal performance of PowerCenter environments that handle millions of healthcare transactions. This position demands hands-on experience with Informatica administration, ETL development, and enterprise data management in mission-critical environments.

Core Responsibilities

Informatica PowerCenter Operations (Primary Focus)

• Manage day-to-day Informatica PowerCenter operations across development, test, and production environments
• Install, configure, and upgrade PowerCenter components including Repository Server, Integration Service, and PowerCenter Client
• Develop and maintain complex ETL mappings, workflows, and sessions for healthcare data processing
• Troubleshoot PowerCenter performance issues and optimize mapping execution times
• Implement PowerCenter security models and user access management
• Monitor PowerCenter logs and resolve integration failures promptly

Advanced Informatica Administration

• Configure PowerCenter domains and nodes for high availability
• Manage PowerCenter Repository maintenance including backup and recovery procedures
• Implement version control processes for PowerCenter objects
• Coordinate PowerCenter upgrades and patch deployments
• Establish monitoring frameworks for PowerCenter job execution and system health
• Create and maintain PowerCenter documentation and operational procedures

Enterprise Data Integration

• Design ETL processes for healthcare data transformation and validation
• Implement data quality checks within PowerCenter workflows
• Support real-time and batch data integration requirements
• Manage data lineage and impact analysis for PowerCenter objects
• Coordinate with upstream and downstream systems for data flow management
• Ensure compliance with healthcare data standards and regulations

Technical Infrastructure Support

• Work with Control-M for automated PowerCenter job scheduling
• Support PostgreSQL database connectivity and performance optimization
• Manage AWS infrastructure components supporting Informatica environments
• Troubleshoot Java applications and application server configurations
• Implement and maintain security certificates and encryption protocols

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field from an accredited institution

Informatica Expertise (Critical)

• Minimum three years of hands-on Informatica PowerCenter experience
• Proven experience with PowerCenter administration, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of ETL design patterns and best practices
• Experience with PowerCenter performance tuning and optimization
• Knowledge of PowerCenter security implementation and user management

Additional Technical Requirements

• Three years as a Batch Operator using Control-M or equivalent scheduling tools
• Two years working with PostgreSQL databases or equivalent environments
• Experience in health insurance marketplace, healthcare, or health and human services domains
• Strong analytical skills for complex system troubleshooting
• Database and SQL proficiency for data validation and analysis

Qualifications

Advanced Informatica Skills

• Five years of Informatica PowerCenter experience in enterprise environments
• Experience with Informatica PowerExchange, Data Quality, or other Informatica tools
• Knowledge of Informatica Cloud or IICS (Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services)
• Experience with Informatica performance monitoring and capacity planning
• Certification in Informatica PowerCenter development or administration

Specialized Experience

• Five years supporting complex enterprise system operations
• Experience with Informatica in AWS cloud environments
• Knowledge of healthcare data standards (HL7, EDI, X12)
• Experience with large-scale data processing and transformation
• Background in healthcare data integration and compliance requirements

Work Environment

Schedule and Flexibility

• Standard hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday
• Flexibility required for extended hours during system upgrades and maintenance
• On-call support for critical Informatica system issues
• Weekend and holiday availability for scheduled maintenance windows

Security Requirements

• Must pass enhanced background check for Federal Tax Information (FTI) access
• FBI fingerprint-based criminal record check required
• Citizenship/ verification for legal employment authorization
• Ongoing compliance with security protocols for healthcare data access

Important Notes

• Informatica PowerCenter experience is mandatory and non-negotiable
• No H-1B candidates (sponsorship not provided)
• No second-tier subcontracting permitted
• Must be available to start July 14, 2025
• Position subject to contract renewal options through June 30, 2028

About This Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to work as the lead Informatica specialist for a critical healthcare system serving Maryland . The successful candidate will manage enterprise-scale data integration processes that directly impact healthcare enrollment and eligibility determination.

The position provides exposure to cutting-edge healthcare technology infrastructure, advanced Informatica implementations, and cloud-based data processing. Team members work in a collaborative environment that values deep technical expertise and operational excellence in data management.

Ideal candidates will have demonstrable experience managing Informatica PowerCenter in high-volume, mission-critical environments with a focus on healthcare or government sector applications.

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