Senior Business Analyst -Raleigh, NC (Onsite)

Role: Senior Business AnalystLocation: Raleigh, NCWork Mode: OnsiteEmployment Type: ContractTravel Required: NoInterview Mode: Only VideoJob DescriptionThe Client – Information Technology Division (ITD) seeks a Senior Business Analyst to support business case analysis, process re-engineering and requirement gathering activities. RESPONSIBILITIESConducts stakeholder analysisConducts market research and analysisIdentify and document detailed current and future client process workflows using BPM standardsDevelops Context diagrams, functional decomposition, and process workflowsDocument gap analysis and Develops the following documents: business process models, use cases, wire-frames, entity relationship diagrams, data dictionaries, system context diagramsGathers, develops, documents and validates business, functional and technical requirements and maintain Requirement Traceability matrixBuild Business, stakeholder, solution and transition requirementsPrepare and maintain documentation and artifacts including analysis, reports and user documentation in accordance with PMO PM and BA methodologyWorks with Project Managers, Portfolio Managers, developers, and end users to ensure application designs meet business requirementsProvide business analysis deliverables as input to the procurement documents and assist in writing the procurement documentation as requiredPerform functional, integration testing UAT support, including developing test scenarios and casesSupport required system go-live activitiesAuthors and prepares meeting minutes to be distributed to a variety of audiencesCreating User stories and acceptance criteria and authors other Agile documents and deliverables KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:Demonstrated experience participating in the documentation of functional requirements and technical specifications for existing and new applicationsStrong writing and communication skills and can build relationships with both their team members and clientsResults-oriented individual with a very strong work ethic and must be able to demonstrate excellent negotiation, communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to work with customers as a member of cross-divisional work groups and maintain positive and productive relationships with customers, peers, and superiorsAbility to act independently with sound business judgment and thrive in environment with diverse communication stylesAbility to prepare and present oral and written documents clearly and conciselyExhibit comprehensive knowledge of the work requirements demonstrated by an in-depth understanding and use of advanced principles, theories and practices associated with Business Analysis and PMI PMBOK® Guide and StandardsExperience working with customers to advise on strategies, alternatives and the implications of specific application customization and interface designsPossess a high-level understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system designAbility to manage complex assignments with multiple work streams and aggressive (and sometimes competing) timelinesUnderstanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) concepts and processKnowledge of and experience with IT Service Management best practices and principlesExperience with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint, Visio) and Microsoft ProjectExtensive understanding of SharePoint end user experience, sites, libraries, lists and groups SKILLS REQUIREDExtensive knowledge of business system analysis techniques and testing methodologies Required 7 YearsDemonstrated experience in gathering business requirements and development of business rules and process flow. Required 7 YearsProven experience with business process design and definition Required 7 YearsExperience with Business Analysis methodologies and problem solving Required 7 YearsExtensive experience in using JIRA Required 7 YearsExtensive experience in using Confluence Required 7 YearsAbility to utilize Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint, Visio) Microsoft Project Required 7 YearsExcellent communication skills (both verbal and written) Required 7 YearsExperience in development of procurement related documents including RFP and evaluation criteria. Required 7 YearsDemonstrable analytical skills and an attention to detail. Required 7 YearsExtensive experience in collaborating with Pduct Owners and other stake holders to derive Business Requirements Required 7 YearsExcellent creative thinking and problem solving skills Proactive, quality oriented, with demonstrated leadership and team building skills. Required 7 YearsKnowledge Creating Sequence Diagram and flow charts Required 7 YearsExperience working for State government Highly desired Knowledge of Salesforce platform Desired Healthcare related experience Nice to have Salesforce Certified Business Analyst Highly desired

Salary : $53 - $57