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Infosys

<div>Infosys is seeking a Financial Associate Business Analyst with experience in banking domain. As a Associate Business Analyst, you will be a key player in the consulting team that helps discover and define the problem statement, evaluates the solution options and makes recommendations. You will create detailed design, architecture and process artifacts and implement the deployment plan. You will also support knowledge transfer with the objective of providing value-adding consulting solutions that enable our clients to meet the changing needs of the global landscape. 
 
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.</li><li>
Candidate must be located within commuting distance of Washington, DC or be willing to relocate. This position may require travel.</li><li>
At least 1 year of experience with Information Technology.</li><li>
Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role at this time.</li><li>
Experience in Financial services with domain experience like Banking, Cards &amp; Payments, SQL.</li></ul> 
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
At least 1 years of experience as a Business Analyst.</li><li>
Ability to deliver results in a techno-functional role, in an Agile environment.</li><li>
Experience in SQL programming.</li><li>
Knowledge and experience with full SDLC lifecycle</li><li>
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with the ability to translate business data analysis into actionable tasks.</li><li>
Analyze user requirements to define business objectives.</li><li>
Strong in object-oriented design principles and functional programming.</li><li>
Facilitate the gathering and elicitation of business requirements from key stakeholders and business partners focused around solving organizational challenges.</li><li>
Excellent problem-solving abilities.</li><li>
Ability to identify risks and issues and propose improvements.</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
</li></ul> 
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Infosys employee you are also eligible for the following benefits :-<ul><li>
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance.</li><li>
Long-term/Short-term Disability.</li><li>
Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts.</li><li>
Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness , Hospital Indemnity, Legal).</li><li>
401(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary level.</li><li>
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off.</li></ul> 
The job entails sitting as well as working at a computer for extended periods of time. Should be able to communicate by telephone, email or face to face. Travel may be required as per the job requirements.</div>

Associate Business Analyst

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

<div>Resp &amp; Qualifications
PURPOSE:
 
The Business Analyst will have the responsibility to ensure that the business's need for changes to processes, policies and/or information systems are identified, understood, defined, documented and acted upon by eliciting, analyzing, documenting, validating, specifying and verifying the needs of business or user. The incumbent assists in the gathering and synthesizing of business and technical requirements for moderate complexity software, systems, processes and/or services and translates them into technical specifications ensuring the business objectives are met. As the functional and technical expert, the incumbent serves as the conduit between the business area and other technical or software development teams through which requirements flow.
 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>
Interpret business needs and issues by gathering, eliciting, analyzing, documenting and validating the Business area's user and technical (functional/non-functional) requirements. Under the direction of a Lead or Senior Business Analyst, participates in the creation of requirements documentation. Collaborates in the creation of project plans to define, organize and schedule requirements management and development activities. Participates in requirements analysis and verification sessions. Participates in the tracking and management of open issues and assists in planning for resolution. Participates in development sessions and design reviews in order to ensure design meets user requirements.</li><li>
Responsible for the overall success of user acceptance testing, including documentation, verification and release. Implements practices and procedures for end user test plans. Identifies and documents gaps in requirement adherence or system deficiencies/defects and coordinates appropriate action through issue resolution. Providing guidance and training to application end users.
</li><li>Identifies, documents and troubleshoots problems in systems, software and processes. Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to monitor, report and resolve issues. Participates in the development of solutions and workarounds that solve low to moderate complexity technical, system and/or business issues.
</li><li>Reviews, analyzes and creates detailed documentation of business systems and user needs. Responsible for the written documentation of requirements in a clear and well organized manner. Develops and/or collaborates in key project and requirement deliverables for projects of low to moderate complexity.</li><li>
Monitors and reports project status to identify and mitigate risks and to ensure quality and timely deliverables. Coordinates assigned projects from concept through implementation. Prioritize and manage new work requests.
</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS: 
 
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience. 
 
Experience: 3 years experience in functional, operational, business, data, systems or testing analysis. 
 
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality, effective deliverables on-time and be a valuable contributor to the development of cost-effective solutions.</li><li>
Moderate understanding of business analysis core competencies.
</li><li>Moderate understanding of SQL queries.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)<ul><li>
Strong time-management and organizational skill.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.</li><li>
Ability to organize stakeholder meetings.</li><li>
Microsoft Office applications usage.</li>
Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging. 
<li>
</li></ul>Salary Range: $59,472 - $118,118 
Salary Range Disclaimer
The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Department
Benefit Administration
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Where To Apply
Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers
Federal Disc/Physical Demand
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Sponsorship in US
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship
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Business Analyst - Technical (Remote)

OSSE DOT Department

<div><div><div><div>General Information
The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is the State Education Agency for the District of Columbia charged with raising the quality of education for all DC residents. OSSE is focused on sustaining, accelerating, and deepening the progress being made for the District&rsquo;s 90,000+ students. OSSE serves as the District&rsquo;s liaison to the U.S. Department of Education and works closely with the District&rsquo;s 470+ early childhood facilities, 250+ schools, 60+ local education agencies (including DCPS and charter organizations), and community-based organizations to provide critical programming and resources to our stakeholders.
OSSE&rsquo;s Business Operations division provides and facilitates a wide array of services for both agency employees and external customers, including building and facility management, the resolution of parental disputes involving residency status and special education hearings, grants management and compliance oversight, coordination and oversight of the District&rsquo;s annual enrollment audit, management of residency investigations, and formulation for and implementation of agency-wide budget and finance activities.
The Management Analyst Position is an integral part of the Office of Budget and Finance (Budget OPS) team. Budget OPS is OSSE&rsquo;s centralized budget team tasked with successful coordination and execution of Budget Formulation, Budget Execution, Budget Monitoring, and Budget Close-out the Management Analyst role will serve as the Fiscal Lead for an assigned division and manage other assigned special projects. Specific functions include: providing fiscal management to support overall division Budget Monitoring and implementation; developing and maintaining budget reports; communicating with division leadership; and collaborating with OSSE&rsquo;s financial and leadership teams.
Duties and Responsibilities
Works with the Associate Director of Fiscal Management to perform cost analyses and projections of projects. Assists with the preparation of budget estimates and justifications for all agency program areas. Works directly with program managers/associate directors to ensure budgets are reasonable, accurate and conform with Federal and District procedures and guidelines. Develops procedures and systems for establishing, operating, and assessing the effectiveness of administrative control systems such as those designed to prevent waste, loss, unauthorized use, or misappropriation of assets.
Monitors program obligations, purchase order balances, and provide data for procurement forecasts. Expands an auditing program for work orders, invoices, and purchase orders. Develops sample size, audit scope, and remediation process. Quality controls weekly reports prepared for key stakeholders.
Qualifications and Education
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
Expert-level Excel and excellent communication skills are preferred. Bachelor&rsquo;s/Master&rsquo;s degree in a related field preferred.
License, Certification, and other requirements
None.
Working Conditions/Environment
Work is performed in an adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated office environment.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday; 8:30AM-5:00PM
Duration of Appointment: This is an Education Service (ES), &ldquo;At-Will&rdquo; Appointment. All positions and appointments in the Education Service serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Promotion Potential: No known promotional potential
Plan, Series, Grade: CS-0343-14
Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not covered under a collecting bargaining agreement.
Position Designation: In accordance with Chapter 4 of the D.C. personnel regulations, Suitability, this position has been deemed Security-Sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, and drug screenings, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.
Residency Preference: Applicants claiming &ldquo;Residency Preference&rdquo; will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.</div></div></div></div>

Management Analyst

Providence Health Plan

<div>Description
Reporting to the Manager Actuarial Analytics the Senior Actuarial Analyst analyzes the financial performance of Commercial line of business and leads the rate development and filing efforts including competitive analysis, network analysis, risk adjustment, trend, actuarial benefit value analysis, rate adequacy review and etc.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued &ndash; they&rsquo;re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Health Plan Partners and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial, Finance, or a related field of study.</li>
<li>Coursework/Training: Successful completion of 4+ exams of the Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) designation.</li>
<li>5 years of healthcare actuarial experience.</li>
<li>Experience with writing queries in SQL or another programming language.</li>
<li>2 years Actuarial experience.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience applying project management skills in data-related and financial analysis projects.</li>
</ul>Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Coursework/Training: Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) designation.</li>
<li>Fellow or Associate in the Society of Actuaries (FSA or ASA) upon hire.</li>
</ul>Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of &ldquo;Know me, care for me, ease my way.&rdquo; Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we&rsquo;ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.&quot;
About the Team
Providence Shared Services is a service line within Providence that provides a variety of functional and system support services for our family of organizations across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. We are focused on supporting our Mission by delivering a robust foundation of services and sharing of specialized expertise.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requsition ID: 397576
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Actuarial
Job Function: Finance
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Business Professional
Department: 5018 FINAN FINANCIAL ANALYTICS OR REGION
Address: CA Irvine 15480 Laguna Canyon Rd
Work Location: Providence System Offices Discovery Park-Irvine
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $47.05 - $73.04
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.</div>

Senior Actuarial Analyst

<div>Resp &amp; Qualifications
PURPOSE:
 
The Senior Business Analyst will have the responsibility to ensure that the business's need for changes to processes, policies and/or information systems are identified, understood, defined, documented and acted upon by eliciting, analyzing, documenting, validating, specifying and verifying the needs of business or user. The incumbent is accountable for the gathering, synthesizing, and configuration of technical requirements for complex software, systems, processes and/or services and translates them into specifications ensuring the business objectives are met. As the functional and technical expert, the incumbent serves as a strategic conduit between the business area and other technical or software development teams through which requirements flow.
 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>
Interprets business needs and issues by gathering, eliciting, creating, analyzing, documenting and validating the Business area's user and/or technical (functional/non-functional) requirements. Collaborates in the creation of project plans to define, organize and schedule requirements management and development activities. Facilitates technical requirements analysis and verification sessions. Participates in the tracking and management of open issues and assists in planning for resolution. Participates in development sessions and design reviews in order to ensure design meets user requirements.</li><li>
Responsible for the overall success of user acceptance testing, including documentation, verification and release. Implements practices and procedures for end user test plans. Identifies and documents gaps in requirement adherence or system deficiencies/defects and coordinates appropriate action through issue resolution. Leads in creating formal communication to be delivered to relevant stakeholders. Provides guidance and training to application end users.
</li><li>Identifies, documents and troubleshoots problems utilizing acquired experience and knowledge of the relationships in systems, software and processes. Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to monitor, report and resolve issues. Leads the development of solutions and workarounds that solve moderate to high complexity technical, system and/or business issues.</li><li>
Reviews, analyzes and creates detailed documentation of business systems, processes, software and user needs. Responsible for the written documentation and configuration of technical specifications in accordance with established standards, in a clear and well-organized manner. Develops and/or collaborates in key project and requirement deliverables for projects of moderate to high complexity.</li><li>
Monitors and reports project status to identify and mitigate risks and to ensure quality and timely deliverables. Coordinates assigned projects from concept through implementation. Prioritize and manage new work requests.</li><li>
Answers policy-related questions for business process, systems and software which require research and consultation with others internally and externally.
</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS: 
 
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience. 
 
Experience: 5 years progressive experience in business analysis, systems analysis, testing or other analytical experience. 
 
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality, effective deliverables on-time and be a significant contributor to the development of cost-effective solutions.</li><li>
Proven understanding of technical analysis, solutioning, and configuration core competencies.
</li><li>Proven experience with SQL queries.
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)<ul><li>
High-level of knowledge and understanding of business products and services.</li><li>
Microsoft Office applications usage.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.</li><li>
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.</li>
Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging. 
<li>
</li></ul>Salary Range: $71,280 - $141,570 
Salary Range Disclaimer
The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Department
Benefit Administration
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Where To Apply
Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers
Federal Disc/Physical Demand
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Sponsorship in US
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship
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Senior Business Analyst -Technical (Remote)

Zantech

<div>
 
 Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you ready to work with a performance-based small company? At Zantech, we are a dynamic Woman Owned Small Business focused on providing complex, mission-focused solutions with a proven track record of outstanding customer performance and high employee satisfaction. We would love to talk with you regarding the next step in your career. Come join our team!
 
 
 
 Zantech is looking for a talented
 
 Business Analyst SME
 
 to contribute to the success of our
 
 Business Process Improvement and Management Support Services project
 
 for an upcoming
 
 Hybrid
 
 role based out of
 
 the Washington DC Metro area
 
 .
 
 
 The
 
 Business Analyst SME
 
 will provide subject matter expertise in business analysis and process optimization for USCIS Business Process Improvement and Management Support Services. The BA SME will support federal programs in process optimization, requirements analysis, and system integration to enhance operational efficiency across VER and FOD directorates.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities Include, But Will Not Be Limited To
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Deliver detailed business requirement documentation, including process flow diagrams, use cases, and functional specifications to support IT development initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct retrospective analyses, process reengineering, implementation planning, organizational design, and organizational impact assessments
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement Lean and Agile frameworks, measuring impact through performance metrics and user satisfaction tailored to USCIS operational needs
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and refine Agile tools, roadmaps, preparation of studies, and governance models
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with USCIS to understand and address new requirements/opportunities for both products, features, and processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish prioritization mechanisms for backlog grooming and sprint planning, with transparent reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide analytical knowledge and techniques regarding business process, workload/staffing modeling, and exploration and predictive analytics
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and track KPIs, providing data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement
 </li>
 <li>
 Use collected customer experience data to develop systems, programs, and process improvements to customer and user experiences
 </li>
 <li>
 Support end-to-end project execution, including testing, integration, deployment, and post-deployment evaluations
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Experience Or Knowledge Of The Following Technologies/functions
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Minimum of 8 years of experience as a business analyst or SME, with at least 5 years supporting federal programs in areas such as process optimization, requirements analysis, and system integration
 </li>
 <li>
 Expertise in requirements gathering, process mapping, and workflow optimization
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, testing, and system deployment
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business solutions
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Education/Certifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or related field
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Education/Certifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
 </li>
 <li>
 Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) or equivalent
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Security Clearance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an active DHS background investigations or higher clearance, per contract requirements.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 &ldquo;
 
 Outstanding Performance&hellip;Always!&rdquo;
 
 
 
 
 
 Our corporate motto represents our commitment to build long-term relationships with both our clients and our employees by providing the highest quality service in everything we do. We strive for excellence for our clients and for each other. We embrace the opportunity to hire individuals with new talents and fresh perspectives. Zantech offers competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a vacation package, as well as a fast-paced and exciting work environment.
 
 Come join our team!
 
 
</div>

Business Analyst SME

AHU Technologies

<div>Job Description: 
 
Short Description: 
 
 The Medicare Data Warehouse team at Client is looking for a Master level business systems analyst for their team. 
 
Complete Description:
 
The client formerly the Medical Assistance Administration under the Department of Health, is the District of Columbia&rsquo;s state Medicaid agency. 
 
A Senior Business Systems Analyst (BSA) serves as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, focusing on complex projects to analyze business needs, design innovative systems solutions, and drive process improvements. This role often involves leadership, mentorship, and a high degree of autonomy in managing large, cross-functional projects. 
 
 
Key Responsibilities and Duties 
 
<ul><li>Requirements Gathering &amp; Analysis: Lead workshops and conduct in-depth interviews with stakeholders across various departments to understand, document, and prioritize complex business requirements and objectives.</li>
<li>Solution Design &amp; Development Support: Translate high-level business needs into detailed functional specifications, user stories, and technical requirements for development teams. Collaborate with solution architects and developers to design and build effective, scalable solutions.</li>
<li>Project and Process Management: Act as a project lead on moderate to large projects, planning and monitoring timelines, budgets, and resources. Drive continuous improvement by analyzing existing business processes and identifying opportunities for optimization and automation.</li>
<li>Documentation &amp; Communication: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including data flow diagrams, process maps, user manuals, and training materials. Communicate complex information and project status effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior management.</li>
<li>Testing &amp; Quality Assurance: Design and execute thorough test plans and scenarios (e.g., UAT, performance testing) to ensure solutions are accurate, reliable, and compliant with requirements and quality standards.</li>
<li>Support &amp; Training: Provide ongoing support for implemented systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and conduct user training sessions to ensure user adoption and proficiency.</li>
<li>Vendor Management: Interface with external vendors and manage their activities, including evaluating vendor submissions and ensuring vendor solutions align with business needs.</li>
<li>Mentorship &amp; Leadership: Provide guidance and technical leadership to other analysts and team members, contributing to the development of best practices within the organization.</li>
</ul>
 
CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION 
 Responsibilities: 
1. Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements. 
2. Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operation time, and form of desired results. Includes analysis of business and user needs, documentation of requirements, and translation into proper system requirements specifications. 
3. Provides consultation on complex projects and is considered to be the top-level contributor/specialist of most phases of systems analysis, while considering the business implications of the application of technology to the current and future business environment. 
 
Minimum Education/Certification Requirements: 
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience; or a current Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification 
 
 
 
Skills Matrix 
 
<ul><li>11-15 yrs. BA experience</li><li>11-15 yrs. Software Development Lifecycle experience</li><li>11-15 yrs. requirements gathering and documentation</li><li>11-15 yrs. MS Office/PowerPoint experience</li><li>Experience as a business systems analyst or in a similar role, with demonstrated success in managing complex projects.</li><li>Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), SQL, process modeling tools (e.g., Visio)</li><li>Experience with development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum) and relevant platforms (e.g., Jira, MS Office, Salesforce) are highly valued</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, CS, IT or related field or equivalent experience</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills are essential. Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills required</li><li>Professional Certification in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA, IIBA CBAP) or Project Management (PMP)</li></ul></div>

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