TriMetrix
Business Analyst
TriMetrix, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849
Overview
Walter R. McDonald & Associates (WRMA) has executed hundreds of customized social services projects for federal, state, and local governments, as well as for the private and non-profit sectors, and international corporations. Our company has more than 30 years of experience and expertise in research, evaluation, performance measurement and monitoring, and data and IT analytic services. We currently have 90 plus employees distributed across our two main locations in Arlington, Virginia and Rockville, Maryland. Our primary mission is to support system-wide improvements in the delivery of programs social services programs for children and families, communities, and at-risk populations. With our team of top research social scientists, we are committed to the delivery of quality, evidence-based deliverables for our clients. We are currently seeking a Business Analyst with Child Welfare experience professional and highly motivated IT Business Analyst to join our team and support federal, state, and local healthcare and human services projects. The Business Analyst will work as a liaison between customers and technical staff to elicit, analyze, communicate, and validate requirements and business processes
Responsibilities
Provide expertise in eliciting and documenting user requirements for complex new systems or system enhancements; ensure functional and technical requirements are fully documented.Ensure requirements are met throughout the systems development life cycle.Conduct user interviews, performs workflow analysis, documents scope and objectives, and lead design sessions to define "As is" and "To be" processes.Develop test scenarios for complex systemsPrepare system and user acceptance test documentationCoordinate and participate in system and user acceptance testing.Contribute to user guides, reference manuals, and training materials as appropriate.Support business development team by facilitating review meetings and researching targeted opportunities.Maintain web page content using content management systemsQualifications
Bachelor's degree
in computer science or equivalent field is required.Minimum of
four (4) years
of experience as a business analyst for complex systems.Strong experience in
Agile/Scrum
development methodologies and concepts translating requirements into user stories.Knowledge of and strong ability to implement the strategies and techniques used to ensure that customer needs are addressed in the solution design.Proficiency with change control and DevOps management tools (e.g. Azure DevOps/JIRA, etc.)Experience with content management systems (e.g. WordPress/Drupal etc.).Experience with government clients (federal/state/local) is a plus.Excellent communication skills, including both oral and written.Experience writing documentation and troubleshooting applications.Preferred technical experience with engineering/design teams and direct interaction with developers.Demonstrated experience documenting issues and risk, test plans, and test scripts.Excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to travel occasionally on work assignments to client sites, departmental meetings, and various conferences.Satisfactory criminal background checkFlexible work schedulePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Long periods of computer use.Lifting up to 25 pounds.Long periods of focus and detail orientation.
TRAVEL:
Approximately 10 percent client travel time may be required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary is determined commensurate with experience of the candidate. Benefits include health insurance, holidays, and vacation benefits for all full-time employees of 30 or more hours.The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 per year. While we provide competitive compensation, it's important to note that for new hires, salaries typically align with the lower end of the range, taking into account factors such as experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
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Walter R. McDonald & Associates (WRMA) has executed hundreds of customized social services projects for federal, state, and local governments, as well as for the private and non-profit sectors, and international corporations. Our company has more than 30 years of experience and expertise in research, evaluation, performance measurement and monitoring, and data and IT analytic services. We currently have 90 plus employees distributed across our two main locations in Arlington, Virginia and Rockville, Maryland. Our primary mission is to support system-wide improvements in the delivery of programs social services programs for children and families, communities, and at-risk populations. With our team of top research social scientists, we are committed to the delivery of quality, evidence-based deliverables for our clients. We are currently seeking a Business Analyst with Child Welfare experience professional and highly motivated IT Business Analyst to join our team and support federal, state, and local healthcare and human services projects. The Business Analyst will work as a liaison between customers and technical staff to elicit, analyze, communicate, and validate requirements and business processes
Responsibilities
Provide expertise in eliciting and documenting user requirements for complex new systems or system enhancements; ensure functional and technical requirements are fully documented.Ensure requirements are met throughout the systems development life cycle.Conduct user interviews, performs workflow analysis, documents scope and objectives, and lead design sessions to define "As is" and "To be" processes.Develop test scenarios for complex systemsPrepare system and user acceptance test documentationCoordinate and participate in system and user acceptance testing.Contribute to user guides, reference manuals, and training materials as appropriate.Support business development team by facilitating review meetings and researching targeted opportunities.Maintain web page content using content management systemsQualifications
Bachelor's degree
in computer science or equivalent field is required.Minimum of
four (4) years
of experience as a business analyst for complex systems.Strong experience in
Agile/Scrum
development methodologies and concepts translating requirements into user stories.Knowledge of and strong ability to implement the strategies and techniques used to ensure that customer needs are addressed in the solution design.Proficiency with change control and DevOps management tools (e.g. Azure DevOps/JIRA, etc.)Experience with content management systems (e.g. WordPress/Drupal etc.).Experience with government clients (federal/state/local) is a plus.Excellent communication skills, including both oral and written.Experience writing documentation and troubleshooting applications.Preferred technical experience with engineering/design teams and direct interaction with developers.Demonstrated experience documenting issues and risk, test plans, and test scripts.Excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to travel occasionally on work assignments to client sites, departmental meetings, and various conferences.Satisfactory criminal background checkFlexible work schedulePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Long periods of computer use.Lifting up to 25 pounds.Long periods of focus and detail orientation.
TRAVEL:
Approximately 10 percent client travel time may be required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary is determined commensurate with experience of the candidate. Benefits include health insurance, holidays, and vacation benefits for all full-time employees of 30 or more hours.The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 per year. While we provide competitive compensation, it's important to note that for new hires, salaries typically align with the lower end of the range, taking into account factors such as experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
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