Nakupuna Companies is looking for a Senior Mainframe Analyst to provide Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Business Systems Center (BSC) contractor support services to support Development efforts. The Senior Mainframe Analyst will provide technical expertise to modernize legacy systems, support system migrations, and ensure high-quality, reliable application performance in an Agile environment. This role will collaborate with government stakeholders and technical teams to analyze requirements, develop automated testing strategies, and support mission-critical systems for NAVSUP BSC in Mechanicsburg, PA.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Provide engineering expertise for the design, development, implementation, and sustainment of IT solutions that enhance overall system performance and availability
• Provide functional knowledge expertise for assigned applications and perform assigned tasks for assigned applications
• Obtain requirements from customers/users
• Develop documentation based upon Agile Scrum best practices and the NAVSUP BSC Service Delivery Model
• Provide pre-implementation training resources to customers/users
• Support resolution of Production Outages
• Create and update work items in AzDO
• Analyze Mainframe JCL and mainframe utility system requirements, convert functional design to detailed logic for coding into computer language for the assigned software systems/modules/components
• Perform required testing based upon Acceptance Criteria and Definition of Done, assuring software and systems quality and functionality

The following are desirable qualifications/levels of experience:

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., Mainframe JCL, Mainframe Utilities)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to identify and solve complex business problems
• Strong analytical skills to analyze data and draw meaningful insights
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in requirements and documentation
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with team members
• Knowledge of business processes, industry trends, and best practices
• Ability to think strategically and align business solutions with organizational goals

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of college/work experience plus 3 years of experience in agile concepts and principles and experience participating in agile teams
• Minimum 5 years of experience in eliciting, documenting, and validating business requirements

Required: CompTIA Security +

Military Installation Access: Must be able to qualify for and obtain a base access pass. Must be able to obtain a favorable National Security Agency Check (NACI) including an FBI fingerprint check.  Must be a U.S. citizen.

Travel: Travel will not occur regularly and will typically be less than 5% of the time.

Location: This is a remote position

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market rates commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation rate for this position is $61.06 per hour. The hourly rate displayed represents the typical rate for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.