Information Technology Business Analyst

Technical Business Analyst 2 Location: Portland, OR--On-site 3 days per two-week pay period for the first 3-6 months, then Remote Work Eligible. Local Candidates only Apply only if you are residing closer to the Portland, OR. W2 ONLY Overview: Support enterprise IT projects by partnering with business stakeholders and technical teams to define requirements, analyze business processes, document solutions, and ensure successful implementation of technology initiatives. Key Responsibilities • Gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements. • Facilitate stakeholder interviews, workshops, and requirements sessions. • Develop process flows, user stories, business rules, and solution documentation. • Perform business process analysis, gap analysis, and process improvement assessments. • Translate business needs into detailed requirements for technical teams. • Maintain requirements traceability and manage scope changes throughout the project lifecycle. • Support testing activities, including UAT planning, execution, and validation. • Collaborate with project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver technology solutions. • Assist with business case development, product evaluations, and solution selection. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree preferred in IT, Business, or related field. • 7+ years of Business Analysis experience (11+ years without a degree). • Strong experience in requirements elicitation, documentation, and process modeling. • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, facilitation, and technical writing skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Outlook. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies. • Knowledge of System Development/Life Cycle (SDLC/SLC) processes. • Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., Jama, Enterprise Architect). • Exposure to custom software development and COTS implementations. • Project management experience. • Experience in regulated or infrastructure-focused industries.