Job Description

Job Title: IT Business Analyst

Location: Richmond, VA

Work Schedule: 3 days a week onsite, 2 days remote

Experience Required: Minimum 10 years in Business Analysis within an SDLC environment

Federal/State Government experience is a PLUS

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced IT Business Analyst with a strong background in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies to join our team in Richmond, VA. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in business analysis, demonstrating expertise in gathering requirements, process improvements, and liaising between technical teams and business stakeholders. This role will require you to work onsite three days a week, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to drive successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document business requirements, ensuring clarity and alignment with business objectives.
• SDLC Participation: Actively participate in all phases of the SDLC, including planning, design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and efficiencies, recommending solutions that align with organizational goals.
• Documentation: Create comprehensive documentation, including business requirements documents (BRDs), functional specifications, use cases, and user stories.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact between business units and technical teams, ensuring effective communication and understanding of requirements.
• Testing and Validation: Develop test plans, test cases, and conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure solutions meet business needs and quality standards.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to end-users, ensuring smooth adoption of new systems and processes.
• Project Management: Assist in project planning and management activities, including tracking progress, managing risks, and reporting on project status.
• Agile and Waterfall Methodologies: Utilize Agile and Waterfall methodologies as appropriate, adapting to the needs of various projects and teams.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Business Analyst in an SDLC environment, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies, including requirements gathering, process mapping, and documentation.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams.

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