Business Analyst

About the Role We’re seeking experienced Business Analysts to support multiple ongoing IT projects for a government technology division. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in requirements gathering, documentation, stakeholder engagement, and Agile delivery. This is a hybrid position requiring local or regional candidates who can be onsite 2–3 days per week. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with business leaders, SMEs, and technical teams to gather and document requirements. • Create and maintain user stories, acceptance criteria, and design documentation for application development teams. • Document, trace, prioritize, and assess changes to business workflows and system processes. • Conduct data analysis and recommend improvements to systems and procedures. • Maintain accurate project information including risks, timelines, and deliverables. • Serve as a liaison between stakeholders and technical teams to ensure effective communication. • Work within an Agile framework, delivering value while adapting to shifting priorities. • Support project management and quality assurance activities as needed. Required Skills & Experience • 8+ years experience working on large, complex IT systems. • Strong experience in eliciting requirements, writing user stories, defining acceptance criteria, and documenting design specifications. • Deep understanding of SDLC procedures, system development methodologies, and project governance. • Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and shifting priorities. • Excellent task management and multi-project coordination skills. • 8+ years working with Microsoft development platforms and software. • 6+ years experience in Agile environments. • 5+ years experience with Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools, such as: • Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) • Team Foundation Server (TFS) / Visual Studio Team Services (VSTS) • Jira or IBM Rational Team Suite (RTC) • 5+ years hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or similar relational database tools. • Familiarity with data modeling standards, information management practices, or architecture design (3+ years). • Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience (8+ years). Preferred Qualifications • Prior experience supporting government or public-sector IT projects. • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate business objectives into technical requirements. • Experience facilitating workshops, process mapping, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Ability to recognize value through benefit realization and organizational modernization.