at GovCIO in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Overview
GovCIOis actively seeking a Business Analyst to join our team dedicated to modernizing and enhancing the VA.gov platform. This role involves deep analytical responsibilities and working closely with cross-functional teams to define clear requirements and solutions that enhance user experience and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of Agile methodologies and experience in a government environment. This position is fully remote and available to candidates within the Continental United States (CONUS).
Responsibilities
Analyzes and refines business requirements using Agile frameworks, creating detailed user stories and functional specifications that guide the development of software solutions. Participates in the product development lifecycle, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to best practices in system design and user experience. Responsible forfacilitatingcollaboration among stakeholders, gathering critical insights to enhance product functionality, and leading validation efforts to ensure solutions meet both technical and user needs. Drives the analysis and redesign of existing processes to improve efficiency and output quality.
+ Analyze system requirements and business processes; codes, test,debugandimplementsoftware solutions.
+ Develop comprehensive user stories and functional specifications to meet business needs.
+ Lead integration efforts and ensure that software and systems are fully compatible across multiple platforms.
+ Collaborate with project managers and software architects to plan development projects and to ensure solutions meet long-term business goals.
+ Conduct regular stakeholder meetings to gather detailed product and technical requirements and tomaintainbusiness process documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Facilitate communication between organizational units to align operations and goals.
+ Activelyparticipatein enhancement/development projects, including analysis of user needs, gathering requirements, and managing scope of work documentation.
+ When needed, lead backlog grooming, estimation meetings, retrospectives, sprint planning, and daily stand-ups to ensure smooth workflow andtimelyexecution.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
+ Bachelor’s degree with3+ years (orcommensurateexperience).
+ Extensive experience in business analysis within a federal government setting.
+ Strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
+ Proficient in the use of business analysis tools such asJIRA,Confluence.
+ Must be a US citizen or authorized to work in the US.
Preferred Skills and Experience
+ Experience working directly with the VA or similar federal agencies.
+ Skilled in translating complex technical requirements into functional specifications.
+ Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive system and requirements analysis.
Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
Company Overview
GovCIO is a team of transformers—people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can’t do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things – for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Posted Salary Range
USD $80,000.00 – USD $85,000.00 /Yr.
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Location US-Remote
ID 2024-4447
Category Information Technology
Position Type Full-Time