GPS - Technical Business Analyst - Assistant Director

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From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector (GPS) practice of Ernst & Young LLP 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.

Our GPS Technology Organization is a structure within the US GPS practice that implements and maintains a new operate and technology model designed specifically to support U.S. defense and Government engagements.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Business Analyst who will be part of the GPS Technology Integration team within the US Government and Public Sector Technology Hub. In this role, you will apply analytical knowledge areas and in-depth analysis of the business to uncover its true problems, understand its objectives, define the relevant requirements, and identify key processes to support solution development and implementation. Business Analysts have strong problem-solving skills and interact regularly with various professionals to generate value for the business. Business Analysts have several key touch points through the product lifecycle and will ensure that the solution will enable the business to achieve its objectives.

Your key responsibilities

Lead the effort to plan, scope, gather, understand and analyze business requirements, and translate business requirements into technical requirements, the vast majority of these being non-functional.

Apply business analysis knowledge areas and creativity to drive requirements work effort ranging from planning, elaboration, analysis, validation to communication through the different stages of the requirements lifecycle

Lead the effort to engage with business and technology partners to clarify application functions, processes and data flow to align business and technology capabilities or constraints

Integrate the solution into the business workstreams, which may include the provision of enablement materials and training agenda to facilitate adoption and integration of the product and processes into the business cycle

Manage the backlog of work for the business you are supporting, including the development of features and user stories, and refining those features and user stories to support sprint and PI planning

Continuously advance the proficiency of business analysis and apply industry standard methodologies to promote forward thinking on the analysis of changing business models and knowledge sharing across other domains

Skills and attributes for success

Ability to plan, lead and direct tactical activities to scope work effort and capture requirements for analysis, and prioritize features to produce required business outcomes

Knowledgeable and capable of conducting and handling requirements of varying complexity through its lifecycle and validating or presenting with business partners and technologists on the requirements

Strong awareness of technology and security components and their relevancy to the functional modules, especially their advantages in advancing business position and improving user journey

Excellent communication skills and confident to identify, negotiate and mitigate difficult circumstances (ex. demanding stakeholders, changing requirements scope)

Have engaged in business case development incorporating broader enterprise view of the business value proposition, encompassing functional analysis, workflow analysis, impact analysis (organization, cost) and risk analysis

Ability to engage and collaborate in diverse settings of people, perspectives and experiences

A sense of urgency, decisiveness, and ability to work well under pressure

Ability to listen and to think independently, and be a curious and creative person

Strong analytical capabilities to decompose sophisticated business models, specify critical functions and identify inter-dependencies for design considerations

To qualify for the role, you must have

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Computer Science, Engineering or relevant experience

Minimum 8 -10 years of experience with significant role interacting with business and technology leaders to define business operations, workflows and technology solutions

Direct experience and accountability in the functional architecture of products, product portfolios or solution accelerator with at least $3m of investment, $1m if using leading cutting edge innovative technologies

Have domain knowledge of one or more industries or sectors, with broad knowledge of current as well as emerging technologies

Have experience in Agile framework participating directly in Agile practices and producing common artifacts

Understand product development and delivery framework especially Agile framework, DevOps practices and micro services

Significant relevant experience in either an internal or external business analysis role, or similar

Significant technical knowledge and experience in delivering IT solutions, providing comprehensive technical advice and understanding user requirements

Experience supplying to the formulation of business vision and strategy

Strong partner management experience

Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance

What we look for

A Business Analyst who is interested in expanding his / her experience beyond application development by immersing themselves in security-focused technical implementations

A self-starter, independent-thinker, curious and creative person with ambition and passion

A person who can manage multiple projects and competing priorities

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $108,100 to $202,200. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $129,800 to $229,800. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter / Summer breaks, Personal / Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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.

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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Salary : $108,100 - $202,200