Jobs in Brighton, United States

Job summary

Our client, a Defence and Security Supplier is looking for an ICT Business Analyst to join them on a contract basis.

Key skills required for this role

software lifecycle management, SCCM, Intune, AdminStudio,
Important

Software lifecycle management
Job description

Our client, a Defence and Security Supplier is looking for an ICT Business Analyst to join them on a contract basis.

• Due to the nature of the role, applicants must have been a UK resident for 3+ years and be willing to undergo basic security checks.
• Remote working.
• Outside IR35, rates are open to negotiation.
• 6 month initial contract.

Part of Windows 10 to 11 programme of work we are looking for a detail-oriented and technically proficient Technical Business Analyst to support our software rationalisation and packaging initiatives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in analyzing current software usage, identifying opportunities for consolidation, and collaborating with IT and packaging teams to streamline application portfolios for efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

An ideal candidate must have STRONG analytical skills including being highly proficient in data analysis using Excel and other technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed assessments of existing software inventories across business units.
• Gather and validate business and technical requirements for application usage, dependencies, and future needs.
• Identify opportunities for software rationalisation, standardisation, version unification, and decommissioning.
• Work closely with software packaging and deployment teams to prioritize, schedule, and track packaging activities.
• Liaise with vendors and procurement to support license optimisation and contract rationalisation.
• Create and maintain documentation including business cases, software catalogues, technical specifications, and migration plans.
• Assist with UAT planning and stakeholder communication to ensure minimal disruption during transitions.
• Support compliance with security, licensing, and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong background in IT business analysis, with a focus on software lifecycle management.
• Experience in software discovery, rationalisation, and packaging projects in medium to large enterprises.
• Familiarity with application packaging tools (e.g., SCCM, Intune, AdminStudio) and software deployment processes.
• Working knowledge of enterprise architecture, software licensing, and asset management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Flexera).
• Excellent stakeholder management, requirements gathering, and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with a methodical approach to data analysis and reporting.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, ITIL, TOGAF) are a plus.