Technology Innovation Analyst

Essential Job Functions

Identifies, recommends, develops, pilots, and implements cutting‑edge technologies and best practices to modernize a Department of War (DoW) fourth estate agency’s financial management. Evaluates and recommends automation, AI/ML, and advanced analytics solutions; develops proofs‑of‑concept; and drives innovations that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness. Works with leadership and the Business Transformation Analyst to ensure successful implementation.

PPBE/OMB A‑11 & SNaP‑IT artifacts (Exhibits 53/300); data modeling/visualization; RPA/automation (Power Automate/UiPath); integration with DFMS/FAMIS/Financial Dashboard; funding package analysis (MIPR/UPR, IGCE, severability, ULO); executive communication; change management.

Required

Education:

Bachelor’s in information systems, Computer Science, Data Science/Analytics, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or Economics—with demonstrated coursework or concentration in data analytics, automation/RPA, AI/ML, or technology management.

• Desired
  
  Education:
  
  Master’s in Data Analytics, Information Systems (MSIS), Computer Science (AI/ML focus), Business Analytics, MBA (technology/finance emphasis), or Public Administration/Policy with strong quantitative methods.

Desired Certification:
Any of the following certifications – DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program, Level 2+ (or CDFM); FAC‑P/PM (or DoD DAU P/PM coursework); OMB A‑11 IT Capital Planning training (agency or DAU);
Microsoft Certified:
Power BI Data Analyst (PL‑300);
Microsoft Certified:
Azure AI Engineer Associate or Azure Data Scientist Associate;
Certified Analytics Professional (CAP);
UiPath (e.g., Advanced RPA Developer) or Power Automate certifications; PMP or PMI‑ACP/SAFe;
Prosci® Change Practitioner;
CompTIA Security+.

• Required Experience:
  
  Five or more years in designing and delivering technology‑enabled improvements in federal financial management.
• Desired
  
  Experience:
  
  Analytics/automation and PPBE/BES support, with demonstrated use of Power BI/Excel and Microsoft 365 collaboration tools to produce SOF, spend plans, and executive briefings.