IT Business Analyst (225-820)

The IT Business Analyst plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between the technology and business domains within an organization. The primary responsibility of an IT Business Analyst is to understand and analyze business requirements and translate them into detailed technical specifications for IT projects. This professional works closely with both stakeholders and technical teams to ensure that project deliverables meet business needs and are delivered on time and within budget. They apply their solid understanding of IT systems and business frameworks to support the organization's strategic goals. Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to think critically to solve problems are vital in this role. An IT Business Analyst also engages in ongoing learning about the latest technologies and methodologies to continually improve business processes and efficiencies within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of business processes and provide actionable insights for improvements.
• Engage with key stakeholders to gather detailed and clear business requirements.
• Create comprehensive documentation that reflects technical solutions for business needs.
• Develop functional specifications and system design requirements that guide development efforts.
• Facilitate communication between business users and IT project teams effectively and efficiently.
• Ensure that projects adhere to established project management methodologies and frameworks.
• Analyze data and report on metrics to inform strategic business decisions.
• Participate in user acceptance testing to ensure solutions meet the outlined requirements.
• Assist in the design and execution of test plans to validate system functionality.
• Provide ongoing support during project implementation and resolve issues as they arise.
• Stay current with new business practices and technologies to ensure relevant solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance system performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as an IT Business Analyst or similar role in technology.
• Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and tools, including UML and Agile frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to understand complex systems and processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts.
• Experience with project management software and related tools for efficient project handling.
• Knowledge of SQL and data modeling techniques to support data-driven decision-making.