

Industry: Information Technology & Services
Company Size: 51-200 employees

Zirous

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Zirous is an accomplished tech firm based out of West Des Moines, IA. For over 40 years, Zirous has been committed to executing best practices and going above and beyond industry standards to provide viable solutions for customers in all things data & analytics, marketing technology, revenue operations, cloud adoption, enterprise integration, identity & access management, custom application development, and experience services. Zirous is seeking a full-time Business Analyst to work directly with clients and Zirous technologists.

Zirous has been acclaimed for its outstanding workplace environment as a Top Workplace in the State of Iowa for several years. Additionally, Zirous has been a finalist for the prestigious Best Technology Company Culture of the Year (2023 & 2025), Large Iowa Technology Company of the Year (2024) and Outstanding UX/CX Achievement of the Year (2025) awards by the Technology Association of Iowa. Join our fantastic team today!

Location: This position will work in a hybrid model with both work from home (remote) days each Monday & Friday, as well as on-site days at the West Des Moines, IA office each Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Zirous offers a flexible schedule so that you can work to meet clients needs and your personal needs. On-site days as described will be required for this role (with flexibility, of course!), local candidates within the Des Moines, IA metro will be given priority.

**What You'll Be Doing**

- Work on a variety of projects as a full-time consultant - length of projects and types of client industries will vary.

- Act as the liaison between the client's team to gather and understand business and technical requirements, and the internal Zirous technical team to build out the requirements. This position will primarily work on data and development related projects, with the ability to expand into other divisions of Zirous, such as working on Revenue Operations projects too.

- Take the lead role in:

- Presenting proposals to clients

- Eliciting requirements

- Translating and simplifying requirements based on client needs

- Defining project scope and objectives, prioritizing client business needs

- Identifying manageable tasks and segmenting those into multiple project phases

- Creating requirements documentation

- Managing the entire implementation of the project and communicating appropriately to all Zirous team and client team members

- Validating solution has fulfilled the requirements

- Designing, reviewing, and executing test cases

- Designing, reviewing, and executing process change management

- Designing, reviewing, and executing training related to technology solution

- Leading kickoff meeting with clients, identify field mapping requirements, map fields between systems, and test integrations

- Creating presentations and other documentation for client projects

- Managing project’s scope, acceptance, installation and deployment

Work closely with Project Managers and Technical Leads to ensure successful project implementation.Lead project flows through task management tools such as Jira and Monday.com.Provide ongoing support to clients as needed post implementation.Other duties as assigned.Have the ability to create your career!

**Don't have all of the experience or skills? We encourage you to still apply today! ** **We'll train you and teach you what you don't already know. We promise that you'll learn and grow within this role each day.**

**What To Expect**

- To work independently on your individual tasks, but also work as part of a team on a variety of client projects. Your input is wanted and needed - team collaboration is key.

- To work alongside some of the smartest people you'll ever know. You'll learn from them, and they'll learn from you.

- LOTS of perks: catered lunches, snacks, beverages, social hours, on-site gym & shower facility, small group activity options outside of work (think sand volleyball, golf league, crafts club, book club, and more), and a flexible work schedule with the ability to work remotely and in the office.

- Recognition for a job well done! Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year awards with bonus amounts for each.

- Lunch and Learns (throughout the year we educate each other on different industry and professional development topics).

- Casual dress - jeans, sweatshirts, and flip flops are all acceptable while in our office or while working from home.

- Professional development opportunities: certifications, continued education, speaking engagements, etc.

- Much, much, more!

**Requirements**

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or in a related field or equivalent work experience.

- Ability to work a hybrid model within the Des Moines, IA metro.

- 3 - 5 years of business analysis experience working as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams.

- Previous experience working with a project task management tool.

- Must understand the underlying process and basic concepts around application connectivities with previous configuration experience.

- Ability to effectively manage multiple client projects at one time.

- Previous experience along with interest in data analysis. Digging into data for insights is excites you.

- SQL experience is a plus.

- Experience with PowerBI is a plus.

- Has demonstrated ability to interact with clients in order to maintain good standing, which includes, but is not limited to, facilitating meetings to gather requirements, documenting business needs and leading status updates. The ability to successfully engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously is a must.

- Must have analytical ability, leadership skills, good judgment, and the ability to work effectively with clients and staff.

- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. You can articulate complex technological concepts to engineers and developers and translate for non-engineers/developers. You are adept at navigating technical conversations with both team members and clients alike.

**Benefits**

- Contributing to the success of a high caliber team

- Competitive salary and benefits package including 401(k) match

- An environment that fosters personal and professional growth

- Hybrid model of in-office and work from home days each week

- Flexible scheduling

- Opportunities to work on exciting and varied projects

- Flexible time off (FTO) - Unlimited time off - take what you need while still supporting your team members and Zirous

- Paid holidays

- Cell phone subsidy and discounts through Verizon

- We value our employees' personal time, career desires and life goals

Business Analyst (hybrid)

As an independent brokerage for 91 years, this has always remained true...“Caring for Your Unique Potential Is Our Soul Purpose.” That statement is the core of how we do business. We ask the tough questions, avoid the easy path, believe fully in caring for the unique challenges of our clients, and leverage our greatest assets — the hearts and minds of our people — to advocate on behalf of our clients. That’s our approach to risk management and benefits consulting, and it’s worked for us since our inception in 1932. As an independent brokerage, we serve clients in every industry and of almost every size, with the ultimate goal of providing exceptional service and caring for our clients’ unique potential. For more information, visit www.holmesmurphy.com. You can also follow us on X (@holmesmurphyins), or Facebook, or Instagram.

Industry: Insurance
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees

Holmes Murphy

**Job Description**

Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights? At Innovative Captive Strategies, we’re looking for a Data Analyst who thrives on solving problems, uncovering trends, and supporting strategic business decisions through data-driven solutions.

**Essential Responsibilities**

- Collect, analyze, and interpret data from multiple sources to deliver accurate, timely reports.

- Develop, maintain, and automate dashboards and reporting tools.

- Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies to support business objectives.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver insights.

- Ensure data integrity through regular quality checks.

- Provide operational support for reporting, data quality, and technical requests related to HMA systems.

- Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders in clear, concise reports and presentations.

- Write policies, procedures, and technical documentation.

**Qualifications**

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in business analytics, computer science, information systems or a related field preferred.

- Experience: Minimum of 1 year professional experience in data analysis, reporting, or a related field.

- Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize and interpret large datasets. Proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar). Knowledge of SQL, Python, R, or similar languages Moderate Excel skills and attention to detail. Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes is a plus.

**Here’s a Little Bit About Us**

Innovative Captive Strategies (ICS) is a leader in creating and managing captive insurance programs that empower businesses to take control of their insurance costs and risk management strategies. We partner with organizations to design innovative solutions that deliver financial stability, transparency, and long-term value. Our team is committed to challenging the status quo and providing clients with strategies that drive growth and success.

At ICS, we believe in empowering our team to make data-driven decisions that shape the future of our business. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where your insights matter and your growth is supported.

**Benefits: In addition to core benefits like health, dental and vision, also enjoy benefits such as:**

- Paid Parental Leave and supportive New Parent Benefits — We know being a working parent is hard, and we want to support our employees in this journey!

- Company paid continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement — We support those who want to develop and grow.

- 401k Profit Sharing — Each year, Holmes Murphy makes a lump sum contribution to every full-time employee’s 401k. This means, even if you’re not in a position to set money aside for the future at any point in time, Holmes Murphy will do it on your behalf! We are forward-thinking and want to be sure your future is cared for.

- Generous time off practices in addition to paid holidays — Yes, we actually encourage employees to use their time off, and they do. After all, you can’t be at your best for our clients if you’re not at your best for yourself first.

- Supportive of community efforts with paid Volunteer time off and employee matching gifts to charities that are important to you — Through our Holmes Murphy Foundation, we offer several vehicles where you can make an impact and care for those around you.

- DE&I programs — Holmes Murphy is committed to celebrating every employee’s unique diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) experience with us. Not only do we offer all employees a paid Diversity Day time off option, but we also have a Chief Diversity Officer on hand, as well as a DE&I project team, committee, and interest group. You will have the opportunity to take part in those if you wish!

- Consistent merit increase and promotion opportunities — Annually, employees are reviewed for merit increases and promotion opportunities because we believe growth is important — not only with your financial wellbeing, but also your career wellbeing.

- Discretionary bonus opportunity — Yes, there is an annual opportunity to make more money. Who doesn’t love that?!

Holmes Murphy & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Data & Reporting Analyst

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