IBM Maximo Senior Business Analyst

NiyamIT • Fairfax, VA

1d • Remote

About The Position

Niyam IT is seeking an experienced Maximo Business Analyst to support work with a federal client. The role leads the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise asset management solutions in a complex environment. The analyst works closely with business stakeholders, developers, and operations teams to configure, customize, and enhance system functionality; support integrations; troubleshoot issues; and improve performance in line with organizational standards and best practices.

The position also gathers requirements, guides solution architecture, supports upgrades and deployments, and identifies process automation and continuous-improvement opportunities to maximize the value of the Maximo platform. It requires hands-on IBM Maximo Application Suite configuration and customization, knowledge of Maximo database architecture, and the ability to connect business needs with technical implementation. Niyam describes its work environment as remote and offers flexible work hours, training and advancement opportunities, and a collaborative, people-first culture.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and ability to successfully complete a federal background investigation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in Maximo configuration and customization.
• Relevant certifications, such as IBM Certified Maximo Application Developer or related credentials.
• Experience on projects requiring regulatory compliance in asset management systems.
• Expertise configuring IBM Maximo Application Suite, including business objects, attributes, domains, workflows, escalations, and application configurations.
• Ability to evaluate business operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, compliance, and user experience through process optimization and use of system capabilities.
• In-depth understanding of Maximo database architecture, relational data models, indexing strategies, and the operational impact of configuration and structural changes.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience troubleshooting system issues and optimizing application and database performance.
• Ability to facilitate collaboration among business stakeholders, technical teams, and project leadership to align work with project objectives, operational priorities, and organizational goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to lead workshops, facilitate requirements-gathering sessions, and explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working on federal contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering through stakeholder interviews, design workshops, discovery sessions, and business process reviews; define use cases and document business needs.
• Translate business and operational requirements into BRDs, functional specifications, user stories, workflow diagrams, process maps, and related project documentation.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among business units, technical resources, and project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyze the Maximo database structure and evaluate the effects of proposed changes to objects, tables, indexes, relationships, and configurations.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, system administrators, and integration teams to design, configure, implement, and support Maximo solutions.
• Assess current business processes, recommend improvements and automation opportunities, and create proof-of-concept solutions using industry best practices.
• Lead discussions on system integrations, reporting requirements, data conversion strategies, and data migration planning and execution.
• Develop and maintain technical and functional documentation, including system configuration documents, SOPs, training materials, and knowledge base articles.
• Support system integrations, troubleshoot issues, and drive performance improvements.
• Support system upgrades and deployments and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours.
• Remote work.
• Fully paid opportunities for training and advancement.
• Supportive environment for professional development and career growth.
• Transparent career framework supporting continuous learning, professional development, and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior