Program Finance System Analyst III - Cobra Administrator

Are you an experienced Cobra Administrator looking to apply your technical experience in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! We are seeking a skilled professional to help lead the administration, maintenance, and optimization of Deltek Cobra within our Integrated Program Management (IPM) ecosystem. The Cobra Administrator (Program Finance Systems Analyst III) involves configuring, testing, deploying, and optimizing IPM solutions, addressing complex user needs, and providing advanced user/role-based security administration. The administrator works closely with functional stakeholders and technical teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and compliant earned value management (EVM) solutions.

As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced administration and maintenance of IPM business software (Deltek Cobra).
• Configure, test, deploy, and optimize IPM software products.
• Resolve complex end‑user issues and provide high‑quality technical support for Cobra functionality and data workflows.
• Manage advanced user and role‑based security, ensuring proper access controls and compliance.
• Collaborate with application teams and program stakeholders to ensure Cobra usage aligns with business, EVMS, and reporting needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced system‑related issues—including integration challenges with other IPM tools.
• Conduct training sessions to enhance end‑user proficiency in Cobra processes, reporting, and best practices.
• Document configurations, processes, data structures, and system changes.
• Mentor junior administrators and analysts on EVM system administration and problem‑solving strategies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in finance systems, project control, or a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Experience with Cobra Administration and/or other similar Integrated Program Management software solutions.
• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Strong facilitation skills that address complex IT and Business stakeholder concerns, specifically around tool maintenance and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced knowledge in the Deltek Project Portfolio Management Solutions
• Proficiency with MS Excel and SQL for data analysis and troubleshooting.
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Ability to resolve advanced Cobra troubleshooting and administration requests.
• Comfortable working independently on assigned tasks to fulfill requested changes, enhancements and updates to existing processes and tools.
• Competency documenting technical requirements & functional use of enterprise business application (Deltek Cobra).
• Continuous engagement to understand current and future tool capabilities relative to business needs.
• Ability to develop and conduct relevant stakeholder learning sessions.
• Foundational understanding of Program Management processes.
• Familiarity with DoD, government contracting and/or public auditing, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Knowledge of program finance processes, procedures, and tools.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Strong hand/finger dexterity for computer tasks.
• Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 20 pounds.
• May require occasional travel for training or meetings.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $94,345.12 - $129,724.54. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.