Business Analyst - (Workforce Development)

Job Summary : This role will formulate and define system scopes and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements.

Qualifications Summary :

The ideal Business Analyst will have prior BA experience in an IT / software setting. You will thrive both in an independent and team environment. You must be able to take ownership of projects and complete those projects accurately and efficiently. You must also be able to work with various internal groups and teams and have the ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects and deadlines.

The ideal candidate for this position is organized; detail oriented, has great communication skills and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will need to apply these skills in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, business analysis, requirements definition, building test plans, coordinating all resources and stakeholders, setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring, summarizing and communicating the progress of all assigned projects. You will work among a team of software Engineers, Developers, Project Managers and QA staff for support and collaboration of client specific deliverables.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Analyze business and user needs, specifically related to interfaces involving third party or outside systems, document requirements and translate both into proper specifications for each project.
• Coordinate and meet with clients and business leaders, as well as working closely with software architects and development teams to ensure that the direction, scope and dependencies are identified and documented.
• Possess strong knowledge of both project management and the software development lifecycle (SDLC) of large-scale development projects.
• Translate business requirements into concise system requirements for use by the software architects and development teams.
• Extensive understanding of multiple functional areas related to complex projects and the ability to identify and quantify business process improvements along with system improvements through the use of technology is critical.
• Foster productive communication between technical and non-technical audiences to ensure that technology solutions fulfill the business needs. Responsibilities include
• Identify, document and diagram business requirements and processes.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and practices.
• Assist with validation and testing of interfaces written to the design specification

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Equal Opportunity Employer. M / F / D / V