Government and Public Sector - SharePoint Developer

From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans, and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.

The opportunity 

Ernst & Young (EY) US Government and Public Sector (GPS) practice is a robust and emerging practice with tremendous potential for growth - and we are prepared to tap into that potential. Our US GPS practice combines an understanding of the public sector’s diverse needs, focused on delivering improved public services, with private sector leading practices. We are seeing tremendous growth within the GPS team and there is a great need for rising leaders. Unprecedented challenges require us to be connected, responsive and insightful. Are you ready to join our team and help build a better working world?

Your key responsibilities 

We’ll look to you to interact directly with the customer, stakeholders, and subject matter resources to coordinate, validate and socialize in one or more areas of technology transformation. Your responsibilities will also include to manage, assess, and implement changes to the related deliverables. You can expect to help our clients with technology-enabled transformation to achieve their business objectives.

In return, you can expect to learn leading practices in technology transformation and delivery and be exposed to a wide variety of business issues solved using technology. We’re also looking for you to act as a role model for EY’s core values and maintain and expand client relationships through the delivery of high-quality work.

Additionally, you will be responsible for leveraging performance management, reporting, and visualization knowledge to develop and monitor BPS Service Center metrics and performance management at the direction of the government. Provide dedicated support to the government by performing the following activities:

• Design, develop, and customize SharePoint sites, lists, libraries, and web parts to meet business requirements
• Develop custom solutions using SharePoint Framework (SPFx), JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and other web technologies
• Integrate SharePoint with other business systems and applications using APIs, web services, and third-party tools
• Create and configure automated workflows using SharePoint Designer, Microsoft Power Automate, or similar tools
• Manage user permissions, security settings, and access controls to ensure data integrity and confidentiality
• Monitor and optimize the performance of SharePoint sites and applications to meet performance and scalability requirements
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and training to end-users as needed
• Design, develop, and integrate comprehensive Authority to Operate (ATO) Dashboard using PowerBI
• Build high quality data analytics dashboard to capture and respond to FISMA compliance requirements
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in SharePoint and related technologies and recommend best practices and improvements

Skills and attributes for Success 

• Strong leadership skills and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Stakeholder management, data modeling and knowledge of IT
• Ability to analyze large amounts of data and other business processes to form ideas and fix problems
• Ability to communicate ideas in an expressive way that is easy for the receiver to understand
• Experience coming up with solutions to an organization’s problems
• Ability to research new processes and software to present results that are effective
• Ability to establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships
• Ability to create innovative insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs, and contribute to thought leadership
• Anticipate and identify risks and escalate any issues as appropriate
• Develop people through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring staff; help create a positive learning culture
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Proven experience as a SharePoint Developer or similar role
• Proven experience using PowerBi to create comprehensive dashboards
• Strong knowledge of SharePoint architecture, administration, and development
• Proficiency in SharePoint Designer, Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate), and Microsoft Flow
• Experience with SharePoint Framework (SPFx), JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and jQuery
• Familiarity with SharePoint REST API, CAML, and PowerShell scripting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity and/or previous employment history with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) preferred.
• Working knowledge of Federal cybersecurity policies and procedures strongly desired.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSD: SharePoint Applications) is highly desired.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance or higher, which will be driven by the engagement requirements

Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.

Ideally, you’ll also have 

• Secret clearance
• Experience with BI dashboards

What we look for 

We’re interested in highly motivated, talented individuals with a strong willingness to think outside of the box and continue to learn. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market. If you’re serious about consulting and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.