Subject Matter Expert - Power Platform SME

Harnessing Technology to Improve Financial Stewardship for the Welfare, Defense, and Security of Our Nation Blake Willson Group (BWG) unites deep domain experts with technologists who leverage industry-leading financial management solutions to address the most critical mission objectives. Headquartered in the National Capital Region, the firm delivers measurable outcomes through technology-forward strategies and advanced solutions that drive mission success. Blake Willson Group has a distinguished track record of exceptional performance, achieving operational efficiencies that allow our clients to do more with less. BWG has earned the confidence of its clients by consistently exceeding expectations through its unwavering commitment to best value solutions, implemented with speed. Job Location: This role is 100% remote. Clearance: Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and have the ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance. Job Description: In this position as a Power Platform Subject Matter Expert, you will design, develop, and optimize applications and reporting solutions that drive business impact. The ideal candidate will leverage Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, SharePoint, and Dataverse, to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions. This role blends technical expertise with analytical thinking to improve processes, enhance reporting, and provide actionable insights. In this position, you will: Build and enhance applications, workflows, and reporting solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, SharePoint, and Dataverse. Translate business requirements into functional solutions that streamline processes and improve data-driven decision-making. Design, configure, and implement scalable web applications and reporting tools to support enterprise initiatives. Develop comprehensive system documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), to ensure consistency and knowledge transfer. Identify critical dependencies and troubleshoot technical challenges, implementing effective solutions to ensure system reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, estimate efforts, and prioritize enhancements. Support deployment activities and conduct post-deployment reviews to monitor system performance and address issues. Required Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. 5+ years of direct experience with MS Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, Dataverse, Power BI) and Business Analysis. Desired Skills: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, SharePoint, Dataverse), Data Analytics, and Data Visualization. Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, with strong collaboration skills. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with a focus on efficiency, performance optimization, and system reliability. Experience with system design, configuration, implementation, and familiarity with SQL, Azure, or other cloud platforms. Relevant certifications are highly desirable, including: Microsoft Certified Power Platform App Maker Associate (PL-100), Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300), Power Platform Developer Associate (PL-400), Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), and Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP). At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $135,000 in the United States. Your individual salary within this range will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to your education, experience, skills, and geographic location. We also provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes major medical benefits such as dental and vision coverage, a 401(k)-contribution plan, holiday and personal time off, professional development training & certification benefits, health & wellness subsidies, paid time off for community service, and more. We value your contributions and are committed to recognizing and rewarding your performance and the value you bring to our business. The statements above describe the general nature and level of work anticipated for this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required. Blake Willson Group reserves the right to modify, assign, or add job-related responsibilities as business needs require. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals to perform essential job functions. Blake Willson Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and harassment-free workplace. All employment decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Blake Willson Group prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Blake Willson Group complies with federal equal employment opportunity requirements. The “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal” poster is available to applicants and employees. View the official poster here: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 202-381-0603, Ext. 3. Blake Willson Group participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to verify authorization to work in the United States.