Lead Systems Analyst (ACH/Digital Payments)

Navy Federal•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. To coordinate and conduct the most complex system analyses, feasibility studies and implementation studies of potential computer applications to determine the advisability and profitability of adapting complex EDP techniques to Navy Federal functional areas. Plan, coordinate and organize projects and project teams. Oversee full lifecycle project implementation and exercise full technical knowledge of all phases of applications systems analysis. Act as supervisor in the incumbent's absence. Information Session: Thursday, January 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET. Join here .

Requirements

Extensive experience with advanced knowledge of sophisticated programming languages and system technologies
Extensive experience with advanced knowledge of systems analysis and design techniques in program development
Demonstrated ability to apply structured programming, design, and analysis techniques
Significant experience in full lifecycle project planning and management to include planning, testing, implementing and problem solving in a large, complex Information Systems environment
Ability to exercise initiative, good judgment, and make sound decisions
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
Advanced organizational, planning, analytical, and problem solving skills
Advanced interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
Effective database and presentation software skills
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Navy Federal's functions, philosophy, operations, systems, and organizational objectives
Master's Degree in Computer Science or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
Experience in Automated Clearing House (ACH) processes, cloud technologies, and/or Azure DevOps (ADO)

Responsibilities

Design and document complex technical solutions to functional systems requirements including feasibility evaluation, technical architecture, logical data models, system processes, programs and modules, testing and conversion procedures, and detailed design function specifications, and program specifications
Direct and develop cross departmental and highly visible complex projects and assign tasks
May review and approve work of staff and ensure adherence to user requirements and department standards
May provide input to supervisor concerning performance evaluations of section members
Provide technical advice and guidance to team members, stay on top of emerging technology trends
Design, build, and implement programs based on detailed specifications
Provide expert consulting and support services to internal customers
Interact with customers to identify and document functional requirements including descriptions of business functions, input and output descriptions, procedural flows, data elements, performance criteria, and security and control requirements
Analyze and revise the most complex existing system logic difficulties
Determine application modifications, additions, and/or configuration codes; test and document program modules
May develop, test, and implement task plans
Develop and implement data verification methods and standard system procedures
Review specifications for the development of program modules for accuracy and content to ensure consistency with department standards and corporate objectives
Plan, coordinate, and organize coding, testing, documentation, and implementation of program modules, applications and supporting procedures for automated systems
Report application flexibility and scalability to management; develop project plans and provide information to leadership to assist in setting priorities
Lead, guide, and mentor lower level team members
Perform other duties as assigned