Maximo Junior Configuration Specialist

Niyam IT; Fairfax (VA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work

Career Growth

Great People

Great Environment

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Niyam IT in the United States seeks a Maximo Junior Configuration Specialist to support IBM Maximo Asset Management configuration, maintenance, and optimization. You will collaborate with senior admins, business analysts, and operators to implement enhancements.

This role emphasizes learning, quality, and adherence to IT governance. You will help with configuration, testing, data imports, and basic reporting while growing deep Maximo expertise in a supportive, remote-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust.
• 2+ years hands‑on with IBM Maximo, EAM software, or ERP systems.
• Foundational understanding of asset management lifecycle and data structures.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and support IBM Maximo Asset Management (v7.6.x) and MAS 9 applications, workflows, and scripting.
• Perform unit testing and validation for configurations and patches.
• Troubleshoot defects and maintain system documentation.
• Support data imports/exports and data cleansing using MIF or MX Loader.
• Assist with basic report development (BIRT/Cognos) and SQL analysis; adhere to governance.

Skills

IBM Maximo

EAM software

SQL queries

Cloud basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

MIF

MX Loader

BIRT

Cognos

SQL

Job description

About Niyam IT (Niyam)

Niyam was founded in 2007 by a group of consultants who shared a unique vision: a technology company steeped in orderly process yet driven by passion and innovation. Over the following decade, we fine-tuned our craft and built an impressive track record of successful outcomes, securing our reputation as the go‑to provider of smart, innovative solutions.

Today, Niyam is at the forefront of the industry, leading the way in crafting mission‑critical technologies for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement & Justice, Health IT, and Global Citizen Services.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Work Hours: Life doesn’t always fit into a 9-to-5 schedule. We offer flexibility to help you manage your work-life balance effectively.
• Remote Work: Niyam understands the value of flexibility. We offer remote work.
• Career Growth: Niyam is not just a job; it’s a career journey. We provide a supportive environment for your professional development and offer fully paid opportunities for training and advancement within the company.
• Great People: Our people are the blueprint of who Niyam is to the industry and community.
• Great Environment: Niyam fosters a great environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives. Your unique ideas are welcomed and celebrated every day at Niyam.

Join us in creating a workplace where innovation, diversity, and well‑being thrive. Your journey at Niyam awaits.

Niyam is seeking an experienced Maximo Junior Configuration Specialist to support the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of our IBM Maximo asset management ecosystem. This role is ideal for an early‑career professional with a foundational understanding of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and system configuration who is eager to rapidly develop deep expertise in IBM Maximo.Working alongside senior Maximo administrators, business analysts, and operational stakeholders, you will help configure application components, support end‑users, troubleshoot technical issues, and assist with strategic implementation and upgrades.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and support IBM Maximo Asset Management (v7.6.x) and/or Maximo Application Suite (MAS 9) applications, modules, user interfaces, workflows, and automation scripts in accordance with business and operational requirements. Utilize Maximo configuration tools, including Application Designer, Database Configuration, Workflow Designer, and Automation Scripting, to implement system enhancements, optimize functionality, and ensure alignment with organizational standards and best practices.

• Perform unit testing and validation for new configurations, enhancements, and system patches.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Maximo configuration defects.
• Create and maintain system documentation, configuration records, and user guides.

• Support bulk data imports, exports, and data cleansing initiatives using the Maximo Integration Framework (MIF) or MX Loader.
• Assist with basic report development, modifications, and data analysis using Maximo reporting tools (e.g., BIRT, Cognos) and SQL queries.

• Strictly adhere to established IT governance, change management protocols, and security procedures.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experienceworking with IBM Maximo, enterprise asset management (EAM) software, or complex ERP systems.
• Basic understanding of asset management lifecycle, maintenance operations, and work order tracking.
• Foundational understanding of relational databases and data structures.
• Strong analytical problem‑solving skills, excellent written/verbal communication, and a proactive attitude toward learning.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience working on federal contracts.
• Understanding of integration concepts, APIs (REST/JSON), or middleware platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or other software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Any official IBM Maximo training, badges, or certifications are a significant plus.

Application Deadline

This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.