Keep in touch with meI'm using Intch to connect with new people. Use this link to open chat with me via Intch app
Work Background
CynergySoftware Engineer
Jun. 2024 - Jun. 2025Kansas City, Missouri, United States
VerintSoftware Engineer - R&D Engineering
Aug. 2020 - Apr. 2024Remote
VerintSr. Business Analyst
Nov. 2017 - Aug. 2020Overland Park, Kansas
Self Employed (Web Development and Data Analysis)Independent Consultant
Oct. 2016 - Oct. 2017Olathe, KansasResponsible for web design, development, and implementation as well as data analysis and mapping. o Gather business and technical requirements from stakeholders
o Design web portal and create user stories and wireframes for review. o Develop front and backend functionality using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, SQL, JavaScript, and Java. o Create Test Plans and Test Scripts. o Conduct UAT, System, Integration, and Regression testing. o Gather and analyze data using Python. o Map and cleanse data as needed. o Present data that supports decision-making.
Zurich North AmericaSr. Systems Analyst and Software Engineer
Aug. 2015 - Oct. 2016Overland Park, KSResponsible for developing support tools to help IT manage financials and BAU submit required data to DTCC. o Developed three Excel Applications using VB and VBA to allow for data import from various sources and export imported data to a single fixed length flat text file for submission to DTCC. o Developed an Excel Application using VB and VBA to help IT Leadership Team manage and report on projects and financial data. o Developed macros using VB and VBA to support the testing team’s creation of automated testing. o Researched and developed solutions for the future architecture of systems supporting the new CLP line of business. o Conducted data analysis on current data streams to identify gaps and solutions that would support the new CLP architecture. o Created wireframes, users stories and test plans to support the three DTCC tools. o Created user guides for all tools created as well as application guides for code/error troubleshooting.
Waddell & ReedSr. Business Systems Analyst
Mar. 2014 - Aug. 2015Shawnee, KSResponsible for identifying and capturing business and technical requirements as well as recommending improvements to processes within the organization. o Gathered and managed requirements for five different projects that supported the Enterprise Data Warehouse and Mainframe Decommission initiatives. o Worked with senior management and business teams to identify and capture both current and future state processes for handling and managing insurance products and associated data. o Supported System Architects with researching, designing and mapping solutions that supported the creation of the Data Warehouse and decommission of mainframe systems. o Conducted process improvement analysis for various projects to determine opportunities to mitigate and/or minimize risk as well as reduce inefficiencies and points of pain.
The Kansas City Southern Railway CompanySr Business Analyst
Sep. 2013 - Mar. 2014Responsible to IT Web Services for Business Analysis Planning & Monitoring, Enterprise Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Management and Communication, as well as Solution Assessment and Validation in relation to three web sites. o Created a comprehensive analysis of the company’s public website against ten other competitor sites using benchmarking and comparative analysis. Presented the results to the executives of the Customer Experience Committee. o Completed enterprise analysis as well as requirements gathering, analysis, and validation for a complete rebranding and redesign of the public website. o Created wireframes, use cases, and use stories to support requirements gathered for public website rebranding. o Supported QA with creating test plans, cases, and scripts. And, when needed, conduct and participate in system integration and user acceptance testing. o Supported the newly formed process management office with identifying and documenting current state processes that were recognized during the requirements gathering process.
Topaz Shared ServicesSr Business Systems Analyst
Oct. 2012 - Sep. 2013Kansas City, Missouri AreaResponsible to IT Web Services for Business Analysis Planning & Monitoring, Enterprise Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Management and Communication, as well as Solution Assessment and Validation in relation to three web sites. o Created a comprehensive analysis of the company’s public website against ten other competitor sites using benchmarking and comparative analysis. Presented the results to the executives of the Customer Experience Committee. o Completed enterprise analysis as well as requirements gathering, analysis, and validation for a complete rebranding and redesign of the public website. o Created wireframes, use cases, and use stories to support requirements gathered for public website rebranding. o Supported QA with creating test plans, cases, and scripts. And, when needed, conduct and participate in system integration and user acceptance testing. o Supported the newly formed process management office with identifying and documenting current state processes that were recognized during the requirements gathering process.
YWAM Colorado SpringsMissionary and Servant
Apr. 2011 - Oct. 2012Colorado Springs CO, Turkey, and Olathe KSAttended Discipleship Training at Youth with a Mission (YWAM) followed by a two-and-a-half-month mission trip to Turkey. Then, spent six months supporting a church with their audio system and sound needs.
JP Morgan ChaseProcess & Business Intelligence Manager (Consultant)
Dec. 2009 - Mar. 2011Kansas City, Missouri AreaResponsible for designing, developing, and supporting the implementation of process management methodologies and strategies for Business Operations & Process Improvement within the Retirement Plan Services division. o Advised the business on the implementation of use case strategies, process management best practices, and CMMI integration within the organization. o Interviewed corporate executives, stakeholders, and staff to identify and document current and future state processes as well as any business requirements. o Created use cases and user stories to align with current state processes and documented known opportunities for process improvements. Completed over 31 processes within a 4-month period which was 9 more than originally required and two months ahead of schedule. o Designed, developed and implemented the strategies and methodologies for Process Change Management as well as the web-based Process Library and Business Intelligence Platform. o Designed and supported the development of an online web-based document repository.
AMC TheatresSenior Business Analyst & Consultant
Jan. 2007 - Jan. 2009Kansas City, Missouri AreaResponsible for business systems and process analysis of Digital Theatre Management System, Mission Control Center, Program Analysis Model, and Film Booking application. o Worked with executives and project stakeholders to gather current and further state business processes. o Worked with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements as well as network and system requirements related to application and hardware needs. o Partnered with project stakeholders to manage process and requirement changes and risks associated with changes. o Translated business, network, and system requirements into use cases, user stories, SIPOC, test cases and test scripts and supported QA with testing as needed. o Worked with a Delphi programmer to reconstruct and modify an existing application used to place movie titles into theaters. Enhancements and changes resulted in a reduction of time to complete placements from approximately one day to a couple hours. o Created user stories and wireframes to support development efforts. o Managed development project through the SDLC using the Agile method to modify and enhance system applications.
Intch is a Professional Networking App for the Future of WorkSee more people like Chris on Intch
300k+ people
130+ countries
AI matching
Get Intch if you'd like to
490477 people
24
Data Scientist Intern @ Newell Brands
16
Program Manager @ DISH Network
18
Senior Software Engineer @ EarnIn
111782 people
42
Senior Mining Engineer @ Riot blockchain
16
CEO/Data Engineer and Consultant @ Propeltech Services LLC
24
Managing Manager @ INGENTA HIRING