IT Modernization Analyst

The Railroad Retirement Board is hiring a GS-13 IT Modernization Analyst.

NOTE: The selected candidate may work at our HQ in Chicago, or in any of our district office locations. Please see the job announcement on USAJOBS.GOV for the list of locations. In addition, the salary range indicated in the job announcement will be adjusted to include locality payment once a candidate is selected.

As an IT Modernization Analyst, you will:

• Regularly analyze the use of Information Technology Modernization Initiative funds, to ensure they are being used effectively and to identify any potential issues.
• Track agency spending and forecast for the long-range implementation of Information Technology Modernization Initiatives.
• Develop policies and guidelines for productivity programs, plans, and/or procedures as an agency expert.
• Advise the Bureau of Information Services (BIS) senior management, CIO, and various officials on the financial management of the bureau's budget.
• Provide budgetary data to BIS management and Office of Administration-Acquisition Management regarding IT vendors by examining financial arrangements and reviewing cost studies to determine the most advantageous terms.
• Personally develop or oversee the development of detailed justifications for budget requests and object class expenses.
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of special projects by scoping objectives, collecting and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data to assess root causes, analyzing complex issues, and developing practical, policy-aligned solutions.
• Support the review and analysis of policies, audit recommendations, and inspection findings by interpreting guidance, evaluating financial data and workflows to identify root causes, and assessing the effectiveness of current budget operations to determine needed improvements.

Conditions of employment:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required

Minimum Qualifications for GS-13 level:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service.

Specialized experience includes (1) Analyzing and forecasting the use of program funds by using and applying techniques to monitor indicators and identify trends and patterns to anticipate outcomes and inform decisions. (2) Use of advanced Microsoft Office tools such as Excel-based models that clearly show funds usage trends and program status and, PowerPoint briefings that translate complex analyses into clear recommendations for leadership. (3) Conducting assessments of effectiveness and operational efficiency to produce findings and recommendations. (4) Coordinating projects end-to end and presenting status results to leadership. (5) Designing data collection methods and leveraging automation systems to compile qualitative and quantitative data to produce reports that support trend identification and forecasting. (6) Solving complex issues through root-cause diagnoses and implementable solutions, and (7) reviewing and preparing contracts and detailed budget justifications.

• You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Decision Making
• Flexibility
• Influencing/Negotiating
• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Learning
• Reading Comprehension
• Reasoning
• Self-Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Teamwork

Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Please use the link to view the full job announcement and apply for the position at USAJOBS.GOV.