Professional - Business Analyst III

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Apex Systems, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Job#: 3032029 Job Description: Professional - Business Analyst III Location: Houston, Texas (Onsite) Employment Type: 6+ Month Contract Schedule: Hybrid. 4 days onsite, 1 remote. Role Overview A qualified Business Analyst is sought to support a Smart Metering Program deploying the latest gas metering infrastructure and systems. This role is part of a program team delivering a multi-year roadmap for the next generations of smart metering and devices. The position involves staying current on process and IT advancements to automate and modernize systems. Key Responsibilities • Perform requirements gathering and analysis for metering deployment across multiple workstreams. • Conduct meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings. • Document and communicate the results of analysis and efforts. • Communicate insights and plans to cross-functional team members and program management. • Gather critical information from stakeholder meetings to align deployment interdependencies. • Ensure deployment solutions meet business needs and requirements. • Develop integration test plans for gas metering systems across various environments. • Perform data mapping from a client-server application to SAP based on end-user requirements. • Conduct end-user acceptance testing as part of the project team. • Validate meter data across the end-to-end IT architecture solution. • Serve as a liaison between program stakeholders and metering end-users. • Evaluate business processes related to metering devices, identify areas for improvement, and develop solutions. Required Qualifications Education: A Bachelor's degree in business management, economics, finance, accounting, or a relevant field is required. Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience is required. Compensation & Benefits The estimated pay rate for this position is $50.00 to $55.00 per hour. Please note that this is a contract role and benefits may vary. This employer is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.