IT Modernization Analyst
Railroad Retirement BoardThis position is located in Bureau of Information Services (BIS), Project Management Office. The incumbent will assist BIS management operations by way of analytical support, track and forecast Information Technology Modernization Initiatives funds and advise BIS leadership on budgetary and programmatic implications. This job announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies. This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by the Council of AFGE Locals in the Board.As a 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.
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