Change Analyst

Description We are seeking a Change Analyst in Irvine, California. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity where the candidate will be interacting with developers and engineers, managing releases and changes introduced into the production and non-production environment, and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities: Interact with developers and engineers to ensure the effective transfer of projects to Service Operations. Conduct detailed risk and business impact assessments on planned changes and releases. Manage a Release Schedule in coordination with business stakeholders and subject matter experts. Work with cross-functional teams to gather details relating to changes and related business impact. Coordinate and run the Change Advisory Board meetings, including reviewing, approving, or rejecting changes and flagging any risks to the business. Collaborate with IT Managers to manage the service dependency matrix, utilizing understanding of the relationships, dependencies, and business use of key service delivery systems. Provide training materials and coordinate in-person training across business stakeholders to educate them on the various types and categories of changes/releases. Produce weekly change/release dashboard/reports for business stakeholders and subject matter experts. Ensure that all realized plans/policies are in place for all agreed services. Act as a liaison between business units/stakeholders and the IT/Technology teams. Requirements Proficient in Atlassian Jira Strong understanding of Change Management principles Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field Proven experience as a Release Engineer or similar role in software development Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) Familiarity with software configuration management processes Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Excellent problem-solving skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Shell, etc. Experience with version control systems like Git, SVN, etc. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills Familiarity with continuous integration and delivery principles Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, etc. would be a plus Strong understanding of Agile methodologies Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality releases. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .