Business Analyst

Our state government client seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support large, complex IT systems that serve Iowa’s citizens and families. This role works closely with business leadership, subject matter experts (SMEs), and technical teams to gather, analyze, and document requirements while supporting Agile delivery teams. ⚠️ Only local or regional candidates who can be onsite 2–3 days per week when requested will be considered. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with business leaders, SMEs, and technical partners to gather and document business and system requirements. • Create and maintain user stories, acceptance criteria, and design documentation using DoIT-approved tools. • Document, trace, prioritize, and manage changes to business processes and workflows. • Support smaller initiatives by acting as a Project Manager or QA Analyst when needed. • Research, analyze data, and recommend solutions to improve systems and processes. • Maintain accurate project documentation including status, risks, issues, and timelines. • Work within an Agile delivery framework, adapting quickly to changing priorities. • Participate in database and forms analysis as required. Required Skills & Qualifications • 8+ years working on large, complex IT systems • 8+ years eliciting requirements, writing user stories/design documents, defining acceptance criteria, and facilitating stakeholder communication • 8+ years experience with SDLC methodologies • 8+ years managing stakeholder expectations and priorities • 8+ years working within formal project governance structures • Strong multitasking and task management skills in cross-functional environments • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines simultaneously • 8+ years experience with Microsoft development platforms and tools • 6+ years working in an Agile environment • 5+ years using ALM tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS/VSTS, Jira, or RTC • 5+ years working with SQL Server Management Studio or other relational databases • 3+ years familiarity with data modeling, information management, or architecture analysis • Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred Qualifications • Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders • Experience in public sector or government IT environments • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)