Systems Analyst 3

 

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)

Solicitation Reference Number: 529601699R	Working Title: Systems Analyst 3	Title/Level: Systems Analyst 3
Category: Applications/Software Development	Full Time

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

The Department of Information Resources (DIR) requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3 , hereafter referred to as Worker, who meets the general qualification of Systems Analyst 3 and the specifications outlined in this document for the above-named customer.

Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.

Special Consideration- **Due to the specialized skill set being sought, we understand it may be difficult to recruit in Austin. We'd like to request an exception to this standard, as the program area is pushing to get this resource in quickly.

 

Job Details

The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) requires the services of one (1) Cerner Millennium CCL and Data Transformation Lead to support Electronic Health Record (EHR) migration initiatives. This staff augmentation role provides a combination of Millennium data management expertise and hands on technical development and data extraction approaches within Cerner Millennium environments.

The Worker will ensure that clinical workflow intent and operational requirements are accurately translated into Cerner Command Language (CCL) logic, data extracts, and downstream reporting and analytics solutions. This position operates under HHSC direction, policies, and standards, and collaborates closely with clinical stakeholders, informatics governance bodies, and technical delivery teams to support EHR modernization, data migration, reporting, and legacy system retirement efforts.

 

Description of Services / Key Responsibilities

The Worker will perform the following services, including but not limited to:

1. Assess, analyze, and document clinical workflows across inpatient, outpatient, and ancillary care settings.

2. Translate clinical and operational requirements into technical specifications for data extraction, reporting, and analytics solutions.

3. Design, develop, test, optimize, and maintain Cerner Command Language (CCL) scripts within Cerner Millennium environments.

4. Perform complex data extraction, validation, and reconciliation from Cerner Millennium Oracle schemas.

5. Support enterprise wide EHR data migration, reporting, and legacy system retirement initiatives.

6. Develop, maintain, and support structured data feeds, flat file extracts, and ETL processes.

7. Troubleshoot and resolve CCL performance issues and downstream data integration or reporting challenges.

8. Serve as a liaison between clinical informatics stakeholders and technical delivery teams to ensure accurate implementation of clinical intent.

9. Clearly communicate data limitations, technical constraints, and system dependencies to non technical audiences.

10. Execute and tune CCL scripts, manage batch jobs, and support production and non production environments in accordance with HHSC standards.

 

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years	Required/Preferred	Experience
11	Required	Strong understanding of clinical workflows and healthcare operations.
11	Required	Demonstrated experience supporting large scale EHR implementations, migrations, or optimization initiatives.
11	Required	Proven ability to translate clinical requirements into technical and data specifications.
11	Required	Advanced, hands on experience with Cerner Command Language (CCL).
11	Required	Working knowledge of Cerner Millennium architecture and Oracle databases
11	Required	Experience with SQL, Linux, and enterprise data extraction or migration patterns.
11	Required	Experience designing and supporting ETL processes.
11	Required	Familiarity with healthcare data integrations and reporting environments.
11	Required	Experience with REST / SOA development.
11	Required	Knowledge of distributed systems, networking, and performance tuning.
11	Required	Experience writing, executing, and tuning CCL scripts in production environments.
11	Required	Experience with data extraction, system integration, and code development.
11	Required	Working knowledge of one or more of the following: Java, C, C++, Python, Perl, OCI.
11	Required	Hands on experience developing or supporting services on public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI).
11	Preferred	Experience supporting Cerner Millennium environments.
11	Preferred	Prior experience serving as a senior Cerner consultant or technical lead.

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 06/15/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2026. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 784 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.


IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 4601 W Gudalupe St, Austin, Texas 78751.. The working position is Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.


V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

TERM OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start on or around June 15, 2026, and are expected to be completed by August 31, 2026. Total estimated hours per candidate shall not exceed 784 hours for FY26.

 

Initial Purchase Order Term:

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

 

Renewal Option(s):

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.

 

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.

B) The primary work location will be 4601 W Gudalupe St, Austin, Texas 78751.

Position will be remote. Program will allow candidates who are any location within the United States.

C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker's and/or Vendor's expense.

D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to 100 percent of the time.

E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)

By Phone

In person

Through Microsoft Teams

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

A vendor's submission of a candidate may be disqualified if:

• The vendor fails to add the candidate to competitive solicitation, or RFR, in the DIR ITSAC Portal.
• Another vendor submits the same candidate for the same competitive solicitation, also known as a request of resume (RFR).
• The vendor submits more than one candidate for the same competitive solicitation, or RFR.
• The vendor submits a candidate after the response period for a competitive solicitation, or RFR.
• The vendor fails to format the email subject line properly, when submitting a candidate for a competitive solicitation, or RFR:
  • Proper Formatting: Solicitation Number, Vendor Name, Candidate First and Last Name, Position Type and Level
  • Example: 529123456, Sanders Technologies, Jane Doe, Project Lead 3
• The vendor fails to follow any other instructions noted in the competitive solicitation, or RFR.

 

Initial Purchase Order Term:

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

 

Renewal Option(s):

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.