Lead Business Analyst - Locals Only

A Public Sector client of ours is looking for a Lead Business Analyst to work on their ongoing project in the Richmond, VA office. Below are the additional details of this role: Required Qualifications: • Must have previous VA Dept of Transportation experience • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field • 7+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role managing or mentoring teams. • Strong expertise in Agile methodologies, including experience managing product and sprint backlogs. • Proven experience translating complex business requirements into clear, actionable documentation (user stories, acceptance criteria, etc.). • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across various teams and departments. • Expertise in process modeling, root cause analysis, and process improvement initiatives. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive insights and decision-making. • Experience working with enterprise-level systems and multi-module applications. • Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or other requirements management platforms. • Experience with statistical tools and data analysis is a plus. • CBAP, CSPO, PMP, or other relevant certifications are preferred. This role can be W2 or 1099/C2C and is open for anyone with valid work authorization in the US. H1B transfer candidates are more than welcome to apply for this role.