Senior IT Business Analyst, Halifax

J.D. Irving; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Irving is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join the Business Solutions Group in Halifax, NS.

The role centers on discovering and analyzing information from diverse sources, leading complex business analysis initiatives, and delivering technology-enabled solutions that drive measurable business value. You will coach less-experienced analysts, contribute to standards and capabilities, and balance operational priorities with long-term technology needs.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a business environment, preferably within IT.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced facilitation, workshop, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence decisions and provide meaningful recommendations at an executive level.
• Experience leading complex business and technology initiatives.
• Strong business process analysis and documentation capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across teams.
• Highly organized with strong business acumen.
• Ability to challenge assumptions constructively and offer practical alternatives.
• Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring others.
• Bonus: CBAP certification, manufacturing/shipbuilding experience, Agile, Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with business leaders, stakeholders, external partners and vendors.
• Understand customer demand versus IT supply and help prioritize opportunities that align with business objectives.
• Lead complex requirements elicitation, analysis, validation, and documentation activities.
• Investigate business problems and opportunities through process analysis and root cause analysis.
• Develop business cases and support investment decision-making.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and stakeholder discussions to align and drive outcomes.
• Collaborate with solution design, architecture, and delivery teams to meet business needs.
• Understand system interdependencies and the broader technology landscape.
• Document and optimize business processes, capabilities, and data flows.
• Build and maintain process models and support KPI and future-state operating models.
• Develop test strategies, test cases, and oversee validation activities.
• Leverage data and analytics capabilities for informed decisions.
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality and security.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Problem solving

Mentoring

Independent work

Education

University degree or college diploma in a related discipline

Tools

Azure DevOps (ADO)

Job description

Are you curious about how technology and processes drive business and innovation? If you are motivated by connecting with others, leading change, and solving complex business challenges, this is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most dynamic and evolving business environments in Atlantic Canada.

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join our Business Solutions Group in Halifax, NS. As the most modern shipyard in North America, Irving Shipbuilding is defined by its pace and appetite for change. This role requires someone who can quickly understand complex business challenges, establish trusted relationships with stakeholders, and lead the discovery and delivery of technology-enabled solutions that create measurable business value.

The Senior Business Analyst is responsible for discovering, synthesizing, and analyzing information from a variety of sources including systems, processes, documentation, data, and stakeholders. They lead complex business analysis initiatives, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend solutions that align business objectives with technology capabilities. In addition to delivering solutions, Senior Business Analysts coach and advise less-experienced Business Analysts and contribute to the evolution of business analysis practices, standards, and capabilities across JDI IT.

This position requires full-time on-site presence.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Responsibilities

Business analysis is performed on a variety of strategic, tactical, and operational initiatives that support Irving Shipbuilding's ongoing transformation and continuous improvement efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

Develop and maintain relationships with business leaders, key stakeholders, external partners, and vendors

Understand customer demand versus IT supply and help prioritize opportunities that align with business objectives

Lead complex requirements elicitation, analysis, validation, and documentation activities

Investigate business problems and opportunities through process analysis and root cause analysis

Develop business cases and support investment decision-making

Facilitate workshops, meetings, and stakeholder discussions to build alignment and drive outcomes

Collaborate closely with solution design, architecture, and delivery teams to ensure business needs are effectively met

Understand system interdependencies and the broader technology landscape supporting Irving Shipbuilding operations

Document and optimize business processes, capabilities, and data flows

Build and maintain process models while supporting the definition of business goals, KPIs, and future-state operating models

Develop test strategies, test cases, and oversee business validation activities

Leverage data and analytics capabilities to support informed business decisions

Ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and security of business data

Manage and oversee complex initiatives from discovery through implementation

Provide solution recommendations and business-focused designs within their area of responsibility

Mentor and coach Business Analysts while contributing to internal business analysis standards, practices, and development programs

Balance current operational priorities with future business and technology needs to support long-term organizational goals

Qualifications

University degree or college diploma in a related discipline

5+ years of experience in a business environment, preferably within IT

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Advanced facilitation, workshop, and stakeholder engagement skills

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Demonstrated ability to influence decisions and provide meaningful recommendations at an executive level

Experience leading complex business and technology initiatives

Strong business process analysis and documentation capabilities

Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across teams

Highly organized with strong business acumen

Ability to challenge assumptions constructively and offer practical alternatives

Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring others

Bonus:

Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, marine, engineering, or shipbuilding operations

Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)

Experience with Agile delivery methodologies

Experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)

Experience with business process modeling and capability mapping

Experience developing business cases and supporting strategic planning initiatives

Experience working with enterprise analytics and reporting solutions

About the Team

The belief that what people experience matters more than technology is part of our foundational core. We also believe that our ability as a team grows exponentially when we share success. These centering values – some of our non-negotiables - guide our decisions and inform how we show up daily. Join a team that aims to simplify the path forward and inspire commitment.

With over 380 employees centralized in Saint John, Fredericton, Dieppe and Halifax, we offerthe opportunity to create real value by helping people and businesses work smarter. JDI IT supportsthe entire J.D. Irving Limited group of companies which means we offer opportunities and experiences across a wide breadth of IT areas, businesses and industries.As a member of theJDI IT team, you will be a key player in enabling the business to win by overcoming obstacles and “getting it done”!

We believe in the power of diverse teams and invest in continuous professional growth. We are seeking naturally curious change makers looking to join a collaborative and motivated team.Come help JDI IT Raise the Bar!

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 11740
• Job Category IT, Telecom & Internet
• Posting Date 08/21/2026, 02:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 35 Micmac Blvd, Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4Y8, CA

(Placement in the salary range will be based on relevant job-related factors like candidate experience, education, skills and qualifications.
L’échelon salarial sera déterminé en fonction de facteurs pertinents liés au poste, notamment l’expérience, la formation, les aptitudes et les compétences de la personne retenue.)