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What they do
A Configuration Analyst or Specialist provides specialized technical assistance in software configuration management, a process to track and control changes in software. May work for a company software configuration management team and assist with all aspects of software configuration management, including software product and application reviews and analysis of system requirements. May work with software users to troubleshoot and resolve software configuration problems.
$111,600 / year median in Virginia
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as a primary functional point of contact supporting day-to-day operations of the client acquisition and grants management environment Provide functional support, issue triage, and problem resolution for government users Analyze business requirements and recommend system configuration and workflow improvements aligned to federal acquisition best practices Configure and maintain application settings to support evolving business needs, and support the deployment and adoption of new capabilities and enhancements Facilitate requirements gathering, business process analysis, configuration validation, testing, and user acceptance activities Partner with government stakeholders to improve acquisition workflows and operational efficiency, and develop business process recommendations that align technology capabilities with mission objectives Develop and deliver end-user training, job aids, and knowledge transfer materials Create reports, dashboards, and operational metrics, and analyze system usage and support trends to identify continuous improvement opportunities Collaborate with fellow Consultants, Technical Consultants, and Project Managers to deliver high-quality client support Prepare status reports, documentation, and executive briefings for client leadership, and build trusted relationships with government stakeholdersQualifications Required Experience:
Professional consulting or functional support experience with enterprise software applications, with depth of experience commensurate with the level of the position Experience conducting business process analysis and translating business requirements into functional solutions Experience supporting software implementations or operations and maintenance (O&M) environments Experience working directly with government stakeholders in a client-facing consulting role Hands-on experience with Unison's PRISM acquisition platform, or with comparable federal acquisition, procurement, or grants management systems, is strongly preferredFederal Acquisition Domain Knowledge:
Familiarity with one or more of the following is required or strongly preferred, depending on level: Federal acquisition and procurement lifecycle, from requirements and market research through award, administration, and closeout Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency supplements, and related acquisition policy Federal acquisition, contract writing, contract lifecycle management, or grants management systems, including commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) implementations Working with contracting offices, 1102 contract specialists, program offices, and financial management organizations Federal financial systems, funding structures, and appropriations concepts Organizational change management and user adoption in federal environmentsCore Skills and Abilities:
Exceptional client relationship management and consulting skills Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation communication, including facilitating working sessions with senior government leadership Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to balance day-to-day operational support with longer-term process improvement initiatives Highly organized self-starter able to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, client-facing environment Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and related Microsoft 365 applicationsEducation:
Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in Business, Public Administration, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experienceRemote Work:
On-site working requirements vary.In-Person Interview:
Our hiring process requires an in-person meeting, typically the final interview. Travel and accommodations will be provided.Clearance:
Applicants may need to be the subject of a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, to include U.S. Citizenship.Why Join Unison:
Unison has pioneered the creation of innovative software for federal agencies, program offices, and government contractors worldwide. We believe that there is power in moving in unison. Our culture and values reflect this belief and are central to achieving our mission of powering the business of government. Rather than chasing short-lived tech trends, Unison delivers proven software that simplifies the complexities of federal business. Our technology combines innovative thinking with precise federal know-how, addressing critical details others overlook. Designed with purpose and engineered to endure, our software provides consistent performance, allowing federal agencies and contractors to stay focused on their missions. Unison provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, age, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Job Applicant Privacy Policy If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request.Massachusetts Applicants:
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Maryland Applicants:
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$100.Compensation Range:
$75K - $90KBenefits
- Dental Insurance