Geographic Solutions, Inc. ยท 4 weeks ago
Business Analyst - Workforce Development
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid LevelGEOGRAPHIC SOLUTIONS INC is seeking a Business Analyst in Workforce Development. The role involves analyzing business and user needs, coordinating with clients and development teams, and translating requirements into specifications for software projects.
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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
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
Keep the client and project team well informed of project status, issues and issue mitigation strategies
Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion
Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors
Review of all customer change orders, update requirements documents, and make recommendations regarding the implementation of the request modifications
Coordinate client training with training staff and assist where necessary
Prepare and deliver training updates via webinars
Qualification
Required
Prior BA experience in an IT/software setting
Ability to thrive both in an independent and team environment
Ability to take ownership of projects and complete those projects accurately and efficiently
Ability to work with various internal groups and teams
Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects and deadlines
Organized and detail oriented
Great communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
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
Work closely with software architects and development teams
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
Ability to identify and quantify business process improvements along with system improvements through the use of technology
Foster productive communication between technical and non-technical audiences
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
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Facilitate team and client meetings effectively
Keep the client and project team well informed of project status, issues and issue mitigation strategies
Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion
Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors
MS SQL server (2000/2005/2008) and query knowledge is essential
Testing of applications written to the design specifications
Ability to track data through the database as it relates to the application
Review of all customer change orders, update requirements documents, and make recommendations regarding the implementation of the request modifications
Proficient in MS Office to include: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Project
Knowledge of relational databases and basic SQL query techniques
Experience interfacing with customers, internal managers and staff
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
Strong oral and written communication skills with an attention to detail
Strong leadership skills with a proven past to drive results and affect change
Knowledge of the software development life cycle
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience preferred
Possess a general understanding of application programming, database and system design
Understanding of Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures
Company
Geographic Solutions, Inc.
Established in 1992, Geographic Solutions, Inc.
Founded in 1992
201-500 employees
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