Applications System Analyst (System Analyst 2/3)
- Req. Number: IRC136445
- Organization : ADS-MAS Mission Application Services
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Saadat, Isra Miraja Imani (Isra)
- Recruiter Email: isra@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the System Analyst 2 or 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Join our world-class software scrum team. We are looking for a strong system analyst to join the Applications and Data Services - Mission Application Services (ADS-MAS) Security (SEC) and Quality Performance Assurance (IQPA) Scrum Teams.
System Analyst 2 ($83,900 - $136,600)
As a System Analyst, you will provide system analysis support on assigned projects, collaborating with technical staff to meet project requirements. You will offer expertise in Software Quality requirements, and work closely with other analysts, software developers, business customers, end-users, and I&T professionals. You will be responsible for reviewing, understanding, and documenting end-to-end work processes, ensuring clear communication across teams. Additionally, you will translate complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand terms for non-technical stakeholders. You will quickly adapt to new assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and work effectively within a team environment. You will also demonstrate strong customer focus, interpersonal skills, and perseverance, with the ability to work independently on non-complex systems. Your knowledge of physical and logical badging security and Institutional Quality & Performance Assurance will be key in ensuring compliance with security and quality standards.
System Analyst 3 ($101,700 - $168,200)
As a System Analyst 3, you will take on more advanced responsibilities, analyzing complex business problems and determining automated solutions to meet user needs. You will provide technical expertise in identifying, evaluating, and developing systems and procedures that are both cost-effective and aligned with business requirements. In this role, you will configure application settings and options, plan and execute testing, and create detailed specifications for systems to ensure they meet business needs. You will be responsible for maintaining both hardcopy and electronic quality assurance records in accordance with LANL practices. You will also conduct periodic audits to ensure that quality and configuration management requirements are effectively implemented. With more experience, you will work with limited supervision and independently elicit and document requirements for complex systems, providing guidance on system improvements and enhancements.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Additional Job Requirements for System Analyst 3:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Postgraduate degree in related field may serve as years of related experience.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 8 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be expected.
Desired Qualifications:
Work Environment:
Work Location: The work location for this position has the potential for remote work. Remote work is defined as working offsite that is greater than 2 hours of the Laboratory location. Reporting onsite may be periodically necessary. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either the System Analyst 2 or 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Join our world-class software scrum team. We are looking for a strong system analyst to join the Applications and Data Services - Mission Application Services (ADS-MAS) Security (SEC) and Quality Performance Assurance (IQPA) Scrum Teams.
System Analyst 2 ($83,900 - $136,600)
As a System Analyst, you will provide system analysis support on assigned projects, collaborating with technical staff to meet project requirements. You will offer expertise in Software Quality requirements, and work closely with other analysts, software developers, business customers, end-users, and I&T professionals. You will be responsible for reviewing, understanding, and documenting end-to-end work processes, ensuring clear communication across teams. Additionally, you will translate complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand terms for non-technical stakeholders. You will quickly adapt to new assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and work effectively within a team environment. You will also demonstrate strong customer focus, interpersonal skills, and perseverance, with the ability to work independently on non-complex systems. Your knowledge of physical and logical badging security and Institutional Quality & Performance Assurance will be key in ensuring compliance with security and quality standards.
System Analyst 3 ($101,700 - $168,200)
As a System Analyst 3, you will take on more advanced responsibilities, analyzing complex business problems and determining automated solutions to meet user needs. You will provide technical expertise in identifying, evaluating, and developing systems and procedures that are both cost-effective and aligned with business requirements. In this role, you will configure application settings and options, plan and execute testing, and create detailed specifications for systems to ensure they meet business needs. You will be responsible for maintaining both hardcopy and electronic quality assurance records in accordance with LANL practices. You will also conduct periodic audits to ensure that quality and configuration management requirements are effectively implemented. With more experience, you will work with limited supervision and independently elicit and document requirements for complex systems, providing guidance on system improvements and enhancements.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Understanding of the application development process and SDLC from a system analyst perspective.
- Demonstrated good oral and written communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Hands on experience analyzing and troubleshooting escalated technical issues.
- Ability to read and write SQL, including knowledge of data retrieval/analysis techniques.
- Experience developing, executing, and coordinating unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Experience developing system requirements, specifications, and functional interfaces between system software components and the system-level design.
- Experience with automated testing software.
- Basic knowledge of Scrum or Agile framework.
Additional Job Requirements for System Analyst 3:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
- Excellent analytical skills to assess complex business problems and identify technology opportunities.
- Advanced experience analyzing and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Advanced experience developing, executing, and coordinating unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Experience mentoring more junior team members.
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Postgraduate degree in related field may serve as years of related experience.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 8 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be expected.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of MicroStrategy reports and datasets
- Experience with Eggplant Functional and Eggplant DAI.
- Knowledge of SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) or similar.
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and user stories development.
- Research new technologies and tools in relation to current IT trends
- Experience with Generative AI
- Knowledge of and configuration with COTS DevonWay platform configurations
Work Environment:
Work Location: The work location for this position has the potential for remote work. Remote work is defined as working offsite that is greater than 2 hours of the Laboratory location. Reporting onsite may be periodically necessary. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
