Business Analyst

SIMCO, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 66,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Shuttle service

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SIMCO, LLC, the managing and operating contractor for the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, NM, is seeking a Business Analyst to bridge business needs with IT solutions within the Enterprise Architecture Team. Responsibilities include requirements elicitation, process optimization, and alignment with DOE orders and cybersecurity standards.

The role supports architecture, application development, SQA, and project management, with duties ranging from requirements gathering to data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Associate’s degree with four years of experience or High School Diploma with eight years of experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and obtain a DOE badge.

Responsibilities

• Requirements Gathering & Analysis: Gather, document, and prioritize business requirements from stakeholders.
• Process Analysis & Improvement: Analyze current processes and propose optimized workflows and tech solutions.
• Business & Privacy Impact Analysis: Support BIAs and PIAs to assess disruptions and data protection.
• Solution Design & Implementation: Collaborate to design, configure, and implement new systems.
• Quality Assurance & Testing: Develop test plans and coordinate UAT to meet requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Associate’s degree with four years of work experience

High School Diploma with eight years of work experience

Job description

Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Business Analyst and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

As a member of the Enterprise Architecture Team within the Information Technology (IT) Organization, the Business Analyst bridges business needs with technical solutions. The role supports enterprise architecture, applications development, software quality assurance (SQA), and project management. The ideal candidate will excel in requirements elicitation, process optimization, and alignment with Department of Energy (DOE) Orders, federal regulations, and applicable cybersecurity and architecture standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, TOGAF).

• Requirements Gathering & Analysis: Gather, document, and prioritize business and functional requirements from stakeholders across WIPP teams. Ensure traceability and alignment with IT strategies. Use user stories, use cases, and process flow diagrams to support compliant, user-centric applications.
• Process Analysis & Improvement: Analyze current as-is processes, perform gap analyses, and propose optimized to-be workflows and technology solutions. Apply agile and lean methods where appropriate.
• Business & Privacy Impact Analysis: Support Business Impact Analyses (BIA) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) to assess operational disruptions and protect data.
• Solution Design & Implementation: Work with enterprise architecture, applications development, cybersecurity, and project teams to design, configure, and implement new systems and software solutions.
• Quality Assurance & Testing: Support software custodians with preparing software lifecycle deliverables. Develop and coordinate test plans and user acceptance testing (UAT) so solutions meet specified requirements and quality standards.
• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Present findings, lead workshops, and negotiate requirements to reach alignment.
• Project Support & Documentation: Assist in project planning, monitor progress, manage documentation throughout the software development life cycle (SDLC), and support solution rollouts.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Use data analysis and business intelligence tools to produce insights, reports, and dashboards that support decision-making.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination. Applicants are encouraged to provide a cover letter that addresses each of the minimum requirements and as many of the desired skills as applicable to their expertise.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree, or
• Associate’s degree with four (4) years of work experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of work experience is required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Preferred Requirements

• 1-5 years as a Business Analyst or in IT/support roles; experience in regulated fields like energy or defense.
• Related certifications are a plus, such as:
  • Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) 4 Foundation,
  • Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA),
  • Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA),
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP),
  • Certification in Business Data Analytics (CBDA),
  • Professional Business Analyst (PMI-PBA),
  • TOGAF® Business Architecture Foundation.
• Proficiency with Visio, SharePoint, and Excel, for managing requirements and data.
• Working knowledge of software development life cycle practices, including agile.
• Demonstrated ability to prompt action by others and achieve cooperative response.
• Prior work demonstrating organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, compliance with requirements, and timely delivery.

Salary Range

$66,138 to $114,995 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 27-29. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Relocation assistance*
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Long-term disability program
  • Health and Flexible savings accounts
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • These benefits vary by position.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact [phone] or email [e-mail] for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.