Navy Federal Credit Union

Principal Business Analyst

Navy Federal Credit Union$110K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of experience in business and operational strategy, planning and analysis, systems implementation, or project delivery
  • Subject matter expert with an understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
  • Extensive experience in gathering and documenting business requirements and solutions
  • Expert knowledge of data querying, validation, and analysis
  • Strong SQL skills for complex data analysis and business outcome validation
  • Advanced problem resolution skills supporting root cause analysis
  • Effective proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate business data to identify challenges and opportunities, providing solutions to complex problems
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives for underwriting strategy and operational improvements from requirements to implementation
  • Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for innovation
  • Support implementation of business solutions by collaborating with stakeholders and adapting to changes
  • Assess internal process requirements ensuring compatibility with strategic goals
  • Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) including test management and production readiness
  • Utilize knowledge of company operations to develop future-focused business strategies

Benefits

  • Monday - Friday working hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Work locations in Vienna, VA, and Winchester, VA
  • Opportunity to influence and drive complex technology initiatives
  • Engagement in cross-functional collaborations
  • Work within a recognized organization focused on credit strategy and technology modernization
Full Job Description
Job Description

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.

This position supports Credit Card Underwriting Decisioning Strategy team initiatives by leading complex business, system, and operational efforts that support underwriting strategy, credit policy, and technology modernization objectives. The role partners closely with business stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, and project teams to deliver system enhancements and operational improvements. Responsibilities include leading business requirements and solution analysis, assessing business process and system impacts, guiding testing and implementation activities, validating business outcomes, and supporting successful delivery through production deployment and post-implementation monitoring. The ideal candidate is a recognized subject matter expert with strong business and systems analysis skills, experience leading complex technology initiatives, strong SQL and data validation capabilities, and the ability to independently drive strategic initiatives while influencing stakeholders across business and technology organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate business data and conduct analyses and reporting to identify challenges and opportunities; provide solutions to complex business problems using quantitative analysis methodology to perform data, cost and benefit, and/or process measurement analysis
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives supporting underwriting strategy, credit policy, system enhancements, and operational improvements from requirements through implementation and production readiness.
  • Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive threats, and opportunities for innovation
  • Provide and support the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes and new responsibilities
  • Assess requirements for internal business processes, ensuring integration across teams and business units and compatibility with organizational strategic goals
  • Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities, including test strategy, defect management, data validation, production verification, and implementation readiness.
  • Utilize comprehensive knowledge of company's internal operations to develop forward-looking focus for business


Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of experience in business and operational strategy, planning and analysis, systems implementation, or project delivery.
  • Subject matter expert within business area/specialization with understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
  • Extensive experience gathering and documenting business requirements, process flows, functional specifications, and business solutions.
  • Expert knowledge of data querying, data validation, business process analysis, and solution evaluation
  • Strong SQL experience with the ability to perform complex data analysis, root cause investigation, and business outcome validation.
  • Advanced problem resolution skills including determining root cause, scope and scale of issues
  • Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
  • Advanced leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
  • Expert project management skills to lead projects and/or initiatives of large scope to include working effectively with diverse internal and external contacts
  • Bachelor's Degree in Buiness Administration, Finance or related field

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with TSYS platforms and credit card processing systems preferred.
  • Experience working in Agile environments utilizing Azure DevOps (ADO), user stories, backlog management, and acceptance criteria

Additional Information

Hours:
  • Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30 PM


Locations:
  • 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
  • 141 Security Dr. Winchester, VA 22602

About Navy Federal Credit Union

Navy Federal Credit Union is a credit union that serves members of the military and their families. The credit union offers a range of financial products and services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, and credit cards. Navy Federal Credit Union was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Vienna, Virginia. The credit union has more than 9 million members and operates more than 300 branches across the United States and around the world.
Learn more about Navy Federal Credit Union
Size
18,000 employees
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Founded
1933

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