IT BUSINESS ANALYST

Job Summary

The IT Business Analyst - I (Junior) is a pivotal part of the applications team that works closely with business owners, subject matter experts, senior management, and other members of the IT team to support the development and ongoing management of business systems. The position will be responsible for analyzing and documenting business, functional, and technical requirements to facilitate development and support of business systems and applications.

As a Business Analyst (I), you will participate in requirements gathering sessions for new and existing systems and be expected to craft the necessary requirements documents needed for each respective project. Additionally, the Junior IT Business Analyst will assist in the creation and maintenance of Risk Assessments, system testing / validation, UAT (User Acceptance Testing), and post-deployment activities defined by structured SDLC and STLC processes that leverage templated forms to ensure FDA and ISO Regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between the business units and technology teams
• Participate in the requirement gathering sessions
• Gather, document, and manage requirements and business processes
• Assess and facilitate change management for existing applications
• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyze tradeoffs between usability and performance needs
• Improve systems by studying current practices and recommending modifications
• Oversee the implementation of approved process improvements
• Analyze requirements to produce workflow charts and visual diagrams when necessary for conveying to business users
• Conduct research and recommends solutions for business problems
• Assist in the creation and management of formal Project Risk Assessment Documents
• Assist in the creation and management documents throughout the SDLC process to include Business Requirements Documentation, Test Summary Reports, Deployment Plans, and Implementation Reports
• Ensure compliance with regulations to include FDA, ISO, HIPAA, PHI and PII
• Define project requirements by identifying project milestones, phases, and elements
• Assist in the creation and manage documents through the STLC process to include Test Case identification and recording, Test Scripts, and Test Summary Reports

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Associate's Degree or higher
• 1+ years in a business analyst role
• 1+ year of experience with formal documentation throughout the SDLC process
• Ability to work remotely when required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to retrieve and interpret documentation.
• Able to work in a team setting and independently under minimum supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels internally as well as externally.
• Problem solving
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to learn new technology and systems, both as projects and project management tools
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, etc.
• Ability to map business processes
• Demonstrates confidence in decision making, and seeking direction where necessary from management and leadership
• Demonstrates adaptability
• Demonstrates flexibility
• High level of customer service displaying positive attitude
• Experience in managing projects
• Ability to work remotely when required

Skill Requirements

• Typing/computer keyboard
• Utilize computer software (specified above)
• Retrieve and compile information
• Verify data and information
• Organize and prioritize information/tasks
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Public speaking/group presentations
• Research, analyze and interpret information
• Investigate, evaluate, recommend action

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods
• Extended periods viewing computer screen
• Reading
• Speaking
• Hear/Listen
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Bending/Stooping
• Reaching/Grasping
• Writing

Hazards

• Normal office environment