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IT Systems Analyst and Automation Specialist (Job ID 1537)

Colonna's Shipyard

Job Location:

Norfolk, MA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 68960 - 93299

Posted: 11 October 2026 (15 days ago)

Application Deadline: 8 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

IT Systems Analyst and Automation Specialist

Purpose:

Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a detail-oriented IT Systems Analyst & Automation Specialist to design develop support and continuously improve business systems and workflow automations. This position serves as the primary technical resource for Microsoft Power Automate SharePoint Online Microsoft Forms Microsoft Lists and related Power Platform solutions used to support internal business processes.

The successful candidate will work directly with business stakeholders to understand operational requirements translate manual processes into supportable technical solutions and maintain reliable automations from initial design through testing production deployment documentation monitoring and ongoing support.

Colonnas Shipyard is a leading provider of ship repair fabrication and overhaul services to the maritime industry. With a commitment to safety quality and innovation we continuously strive to deliver exceptional service to our clients. This full-time onsite position may require occasional flexibility in working hours as well as hours beyond a standard workweek to accommodate business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key responsibilities include:

Partner with internal departments to document current processes identify requirements define future-state workflows and prioritize automation opportunities.
Design build test deploy and maintain Microsoft Power Automate cloud flows supporting request intake data collection approvals notifications task routing reminders escalations and record updates.
Create and maintain Microsoft Forms SharePoint Online sites lists libraries views columns content structures and permissions that support automated business processes.
Develop clear and supportable approval workflows including status tracking department-based routing requester and approver notifications timeout handling exception paths and audit history.
Establish workflow development standards for naming connections ownership service accounts variables comments error handling logging notifications testing and production release.
Monitor production automations investigate failed flow runs perform root cause analysis correct defects and communicate service impacts and resolutions to stakeholders.
Maintain a controlled inventory of forms flows SharePoint lists owners connections dependencies environments and support contacts.
Create and maintain technical documentation process maps solution designs test scripts support procedures change records and end-user instructions.
Conduct peer reviews and functional testing before production deployment; coordinate user acceptance testing with process owners and verify that business requirements are met.
Support migration of individually owned automations to approved shared service or enterprise ownership models to reduce operational risk and improve continuity.
Use PowerShell SQL APIs expressions and approved connectors when needed to extend automation capabilities integrate systems or simplify complex workflow logic.
Support Power Apps Power BI Power Query and other Microsoft 365 solutions when they are part of an approved business process or automation project.
Coordinate with internal IT staff vendors application owners and business stakeholders on integrations involving Microsoft 365 Deltek Costpoint ticketing reporting shared mailboxes and other business systems.
Provide advanced technical support and knowledge transfer for automation solutions SharePoint configurations and related business applications.
Prepare project updates solution health reports risk summaries and recommendations for leadership and business process owners.
Follow IT change management least-privilege access data retention documentation and cybersecurity requirements when designing or modifying solutions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Information Systems Business Analytics or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
Professional experience analyzing business processes and translating requirements into technical workflows or system solutions.
Hands-on experience building and supporting Microsoft Power Automate workflows.
Hands-on experience configuring SharePoint Online lists libraries columns views permissions and supporting structures.
Experience with Microsoft Forms and Microsoft Lists.
Working knowledge of workflow design concepts including approvals conditions loops variables expressions connectors error handling logging and notifications.
Ability to test solutions methodically troubleshoot failed automations perform root cause analysis and document corrective actions.
Ability to create clear technical documentation process maps user instructions and support procedures.
Strong analytical organizational communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and production support priorities while delivering accurate supportable work.
Ability to explain technical solutions limitations risks and decisions to non-technical stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with Power Apps Power BI Power Query Dataverse Teams approvals and Microsoft 365 administration.
Experience using PowerShell SQL REST APIs JSON HTML or adaptive card/markdown formatting in workflow solutions.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP systems reporting tools shared mailbox automation or ticketing integrations.
Experience managing Power Platform environments solutions connection references service accounts data loss prevention policies or application lifecycle practices.
Experience supporting workflow automation in manufacturing ship repair government contracting or another regulated environment.
Microsoft Power Platform Microsoft 365 SharePoint business analysis or project management certifications.

Travel Requirements:

Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

Physical Requirements:

Sit Stand Walk Bend Squat Climb Reach Push and Pull Stoop Crawl Kneel Balance Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 50% of the time.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments.
Movement through the yard often requires personal protective equipment.
Lighting and temperature are adequate and there is minimal exposure to unpleasant conditions caused by noise and dust.

Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonnas Shipyard Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $68960 - $93299

Determination of base salary considers various factors including but not limited to scope of responsibility candidates relative and specific experience education level key skills as well as other business considerations. The company also provides a variety of benefits to support employees best health and wellness. Additionally the company offers a 401k retirement program with match paid holidays and competitive paid time off (PTO)

Required Experience:

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