Junior Systems Engineer

About this role

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

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Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Jr. Systems Engineer to join our team and support our client in the Ft. Meade, MD area.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and end-users to gather, analyze, and document business requirements and process flows

• Translate business requirements into detailed functional specifications, use cases, and system design documents for the development team

• Assist in the functional configuration, setup, and maintenance of PeopleSoft modules to meet business requirements

• Participate in all phases of the testing lifecycle, including creating test plans, writing test scripts, and coordinating User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

• Act as a primary point of contact for troubleshooting system issues, performing initial analysis, and collaborating with technical teams for resolution

• Develop and maintain critical documentation, including functional design documents, process flow diagrams, user guides, and training materials

• Provide ongoing functional support and training to end-users to promote system adoption and efficiency

• Utilize SQL and PeopleSoft Query Manager to perform data analysis, generate reports, and validate data integrity

• Assist senior analysts in identifying opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements

Here's what you need:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other technical field

• Experience with Data analysis or visualization and tools such as Tableau

• Experience with data organization using applications

• Familiarity with SQL or Oracle

Bonus points if you have:

• Familiarity with reading PeopleCode and SQR to understand existing system logic is a strong plus

• Proficiency in writing SQL queries for data analysis and reporting

• Understanding of PeopleSoft architecture, core modules (e.g., HCM, FSCM), and navigation

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to act as a liaison between technical and non-technical audiences

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Eagerness to learn and a strong desire to develop a deep understanding of business processes and systems analysis

Security Clearance:

Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance

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