Sr Business Systems Analyst
Richardson, TX, United States
4 Months Contract
USC, GC, H4-EAD
Richardson, TX
SparkHire
Last 5 digits of SSN
Rate: 55/hr - 60/hr. on C2C
*Must pass a drug test and background check once offered position*
Primary Responsibilities: Define and document business processes and project features/requirements
Consult with business departments to identify requirements
Model business processes (current "as is" and future "to be")
Document business requirements in compliance with appropriate STS policies and procedures
Evaluate proposed system changes for downstream system and/or business process / departmental impacts
Prioritize and track issues to resolution or escalate to the Project Manager if appropriate
Work with the business to identify minimum system/application performance expectations and service levels
Perform quality assurance application testing for new applications/systems and enhancements to existing applications / systems
Create Executable Requirements "XRs" and/or test plans in accordance with business requirements
Conduct functional and performance testing. This includes application and system (end to end) testing
Document test results (defect tracking) using the designated tools, repositories and procedures
Acquire and maintain working knowledge of databases, system integration points and architecture that support the application
Serve as a subject matter expert in one or more application areas
Analyze and inspect data before, during and after testing in all systems and supporting applications as appropriate
Provide required problem/issue, status and time reporting
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree
5+ years Business Analyst / Quality Assurance Analyst experience
Experience working in an Agile scrum-based environment
Testing experience
Requires 4 yrs or more of Excel experience (pivot tables, Vlookup, advanced formulas, conditional formatting, data tables, etc.)
Process Mapping using Visio (or similar tool)
Proven ability to assess business needs and translate them into relevant solutions/requirements gathering facilitation experience
Use Case / User Story development
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills and technical documentation
Detail oriented, with strong organizational, planning, prioritization and analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
Experience balancing multiple tasks with competing priorities across multiple projects
Experience working with minimal guidance; seeks guidance on only the most complex tasks
Experience installing, configuring, documenting, testing, training, and implementing new applications and systems