Seeking a position that offers professional growth opportunities and utilizes strong interpersonal skills, effective time management abilities, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Business Analyst – Cards Software Delivery Team (Credit and Debit)
FirstBank, Lakewood, CO
05.2023 - 07.2024
Focus on using an Agile framework to implement value on a predictable and repeatable cadence
Assist in developing team processes to move from Kanban to Scrum to improve predictability of delivery to production using standup, sprints, and retrospectives
Work with leadership to guide the team toward becoming a high performing team using metrics, dashboards, and velocity
Working with business sponsors, and SMEs to prioritize work that delivers the highest value for the business
Providing gap analysis of business process in preparation of implementing a new third-party debit card platform to replace the in-house developed solution
Working with vendors on project plans, deliverables, MVP, and timeline
IT Business Analyst - Loan Origination Software Delivery Team
FirstBank, Lakewood, CO
04.2019 - 05.2023
Provided gap analysis to provide ways to streamline business processes with a target of replacing consumer mortgages with a third-party application with Encompass and sunsetting our in-house built application
Created as-is and to-be diagrams for process maps, training, and management review and approvals
Gathered and documented requirements with business sponsors, developers, and other team members as needed
Identified roadblocks and other dependencies as needed
Managed projects from inception through completion, consistently delivering on-time and within budget constraints.
Implemented security measures to safeguard sensitive information while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
IT Business Systems Analyst
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
08.2017 - 04.2019
Identify, research, recommend and implement innovative solutions to improve existing products/processes as well as facilitate future business plans and objectives of the company
Developed comprehensive documentation to support end-users and facilitate future enhancements
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality workmanship
Trained business personnel in use of systems.
IT Enterprise Solutions and Delivery Analyst II
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
04.2012 - 07.2017
Product manager for SharePoint2010, SharePoint2013, Nintex forms and Nintex workflow and support to the enterprise
Responsible for the successful delivery of new applications, including initial application installation, configuration, and testing
Assisted with the installation of updates and software releases; maintain and update system parameters, review and modify forms and train user (business unit and IT) on software/process changes
IT Applications Analyst I
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
10.2007 - 03.2012
Responsible for daily support for internal employees with technical troubleshooting, including identification, resolution, escalation, referral and follow up with all Jack Henry & Associates (JHA) core banking software modules
Learned the business unit functions to provide suggestions and guidance for efficient usage of core banking software
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customized software solutions, driving efficiency improvements across the organization.
Maintained user setup, modifications and deletions; prepared documentation for Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) audits
Create and maintain AS400 custom queries and reports
Account Service Utility
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
06.2006 - 09.2007
Responsible for new client on-boarding, partnering with Bankers, Treasury Management and third-party vendors to ensure the process is professional, efficient and timely
Performed annual escheat process for the enterprise for unclaimed property for Colorado and Arizona
Customer Service Representative
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
11.2002 - 06.2006
Consulted with and advise clients in person, by email and telephone on their specific needs for bank products and services
Performed job functions in compliance with all company policies and federal/state rules and regulations as applicable to the position, including, but not limited to BSA/AML, OFAC, and GLBA/privacy rules
Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts
Universal Teller
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
04.2002 - 11.2002
Performed all daily cash operations, including vault, teller, and customer service functions, as well as interaction with centralized operations
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing inquiries.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness
Villanova University
Remote Online
Mastering Business Analysis
Villanova University
Remote Online
Some College (No Degree) - Essentials of Business Analysis
Villanova University
Remote Online
High School Diploma -
Naugatuck High School
Naugatuck, CT
06-1993
Skills
Requirements gathering
Stakeholder management
Test planning and documentation
Support documentation
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Organizational skills
Certification
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) | Entry Certification in Business Analysis (ECBA) | 2017
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) | Agile Analysis (IIBA-AAC) | 2023
Timeline
IT Business Analyst – Cards Software Delivery Team (Credit and Debit)
FirstBank, Lakewood, CO
05.2023 - 07.2024
IT Business Analyst - Loan Origination Software Delivery Team
FirstBank, Lakewood, CO
04.2019 - 05.2023
IT Business Systems Analyst
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
08.2017 - 04.2019
IT Enterprise Solutions and Delivery Analyst II
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
04.2012 - 07.2017
IT Applications Analyst I
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
10.2007 - 03.2012
Account Service Utility
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
06.2006 - 09.2007
Customer Service Representative
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
11.2002 - 06.2006
Universal Teller
BOK Financial (Formally CoBiz Financial), Denver, CO
04.2002 - 11.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness
Villanova University
Mastering Business Analysis
Villanova University
Some College (No Degree) - Essentials of Business Analysis