Program Analyst​/Process Improvement & Operations

Job Title:

Program Analyst / Process Improvement & Operations

Location:

Silver Spring, MD - Hybrid

Clearance Required:

Public Trust Eligible

Salary Range: $140K - $150K

Final date to receive applications:
July 31, 2026

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IBSS Corp. is seeking a Program Analyst – Process Improvement & Operations to support the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) Office of the Assistant Administrator (OAA) under the Program Management Support Services contract. This position supports enterprise-wide transformation initiatives to improve administrative processes, streamline workflows, and enhance operational efficiency across mission support functions. The selected candidate will work closely with government stakeholders and cross-functional teams across the Office of the Assistant Administrator (OAA), OCFO/CAO, and related NWS program offices to support process improvement, documentation, and modernization efforts.

• Document and map current ("as-is") administrative and business processes.
• Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support development of future-state ("to-be") processes and standardized procedures.
• Assist in designing and implementing streamlined workflows and process improvements.
• Participate in stakeholder interviews, workshops, and validation sessions.
• Track and support the execution of process improvement initiatives.

• Develop and maintain SOPs, process documentation, and operational guides.
• Translate complex operational processes into clear and structured documentation.
• Maintain organized documentation repositories and ensure version control.
• Support documentation updates as processes evolve.

• Collaborate with program offices, administrative staff, and leadership stakeholders.
• Support requirements gathering and validation of process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in preparing presentations, briefings, and supporting materials.
• Facilitate communication between business users and technical teams.

• Support the development of training materials for new or improved processes.
• Assist in user adoption of updated workflows and procedures.
• Participate in user feedback sessions and incorporate improvements.
• Support basic change management and rollout activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Systems, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:
  
  5–7 years of experience in the related area.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience documenting business processes, SOPs, or operational workflows.
• Experience in process improvement, business analysis, or operations support roles.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaboration tools (SharePoint, Teams, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Experience supporting Federal Government or large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, or similar).
• Experience supporting organizational transformation or modernization initiatives.
• Experience with documentation management systems or workflow tools.
• Exposure to intranet or digital workplace platforms.

IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.

IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.