Ariel Partners · 4 hours ago
Subject Matter Expert Business Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAriel Partners is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business Analyst Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support their federal program initiatives. The role involves leading requirements gathering, conducting business process analysis, and facilitating workflow optimization to enhance efficiency and performance.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and support requirements gathering sessions to define and document business needs for federal programs
Conduct detailed analysis of business processes, identifying areas for improvement and recommending effective solutions
Facilitate process mapping and workflow optimization efforts to enhance efficiency and performance
Work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment between business requirements and system functionalities
Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business requirements and communicate them effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, to ensure successful system integration and implementation
Support Agile teams in the development and refinement of user stories, acceptance criteria, and product backlogs
Participate in the development and execution of testing plans, ensuring that systems meet business requirements and expectations
Assist in system deployment activities, ensuring smooth transitions from development to production
Provide expertise and guidance to junior business analysts and project teams
Track and report on project progress, risks, and issues, ensuring that they are addressed in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
Candidate Must be US Citizen and ability to pass a public trust clearance
Minimum 8 years of experience as a business analyst or SME, with at least 5 years supporting federal programs
Proven expertise in process optimization, requirements analysis, and system integration
Expertise in business process mapping and workflow optimization
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, system deployment, and testing practices
Ability to bridge the gap between business and technical teams, ensuring seamless communication
Proficiency in requirements gathering, documentation, and analysis
Experience with various software tools for business analysis, project management, and system documentation
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field
Preferred
A Master's degree is a plus
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or equivalent preferred
Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) or equivalent preferred
Company
Ariel Partners
Ariel Partners is an IT company that delivers staffing and consulting services for technology projects.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Juliann McGowan
Director of Operations at Ariel Partners
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