Applications Analyst - Deposit Operations

This position is seeking an Applications Analyst position with our Deposit Operations team! This person will ensure assigned applications work reliably and are kept current (release levels) per the vendor requirements; maintain, troubleshoot, and support systems daily.

As part of this role you will:

• Provide application support services for the assigned application(s) including, but it not limited to, maintaining, troubleshooting, supporting, and ensuring release levels are kept current.
• Administer and monitor application-level security including, but not limited to, password reset processes and other associated items.
• Maintain disaster recovery plans and models.
• Ensure all application changes follow a standard process, while keeping exceptions to a minimum and only with special approval.
• Ensure the system is operating at the highest efficiency level possible; document and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Manage the operational vendor relationship.
• Ensure system backups and restores are occurring as planned and are reliable.
• Coordinate application user groups with clients as deemed necessary or required.
• Work with management to design and craft new strategies and implement best practices.
• Coordinate upgrades and plan independently with other departments, while working with change management to determine if all needs are met.

To be successful in this position, we require the following:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• A minimum of one (1) year of information technology or banking experience.

The following would be a plus:

• Associate or bachelor's degree
• Foxtrot experience
• Exposure to and understanding of bank structure/operations (general flow of business)
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Visio

First Merchants offers the following:

• Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us!