Business Analyst

Computer Aid; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer Aid is seeking a Business Analyst to support cloud modernization initiatives and enterprise application implementations within a PMO framework. The role is contract and hybrid in Trenton, NJ, with responsibilities spanning requirements translation, data mapping, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates have strong Systems Analyst experience, 5+ years in BA/Systems Analyst roles, and familiarity with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform.

Qualifications

• BA degree from an accredited 4-year institution.
• Minimum 5 years' working experience as a Business Analyst or Systems Analyst.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into functional, system, interface, and technical specifications.
• Analyze system functionality, data flows, business rules, integration requirements, and security considerations.
• Develop data mapping and interface requirements.
• Coordinate System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Support cloud modernization initiatives and enterprise application implementations.

Skills

Business Analysis

PMO

Cloud Modernization

Data Mapping

Requirements Analysis

UAT

Education

BA degree

Tools

Dynamics 365

Power Platform

MS Visio

Job description

Business Analyst

Req number: R8875

Employment type: Full time

Worksite flexibility: Hybrid

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right-whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

As a Business Analyst, you will work within a PMO structure to support cloud modernization initiatives and enterprise application implementations.

Job Description

CAI is seeking a Business Analyst with strong Systems Analyst and Cloud Modernization experience. The ideal candidate will have previous Business Analyst experience working within PMO structure. This position is contract and hybrid in Trenton, NJ.

What You'll Do

• Translate business requirements into functional, system, interface, and technical specifications
• Analyze system functionality, data flows, business rules, integration requirements, and security considerations
• Develop data mapping and interface requirements
• Analyze system integrations and interface requirements
• Support data migration, system conversion, and integration effortsPerform data mapping and business rule validation activities
• Participate in all phases of the DHS Project Development Lifecycle (PDLC)
• Participate in solution design discussions with developers, architects, vendors, and business stakeholders
• Review proposed technical solutions to ensure alignment with business requirements
• Assist in defining workflows, system configurations, integrations, and automated processes
• Support cloud modernization initiatives and enterprise application implementations
• Participate in modernization efforts involving Dynamics 365, Leidos IQ, Power Platform, workflow automation, analytics, and cloud-based solutions
• Coordinate System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and Production Readiness activities
• Ensure delivered solutions meet documented business and system requirements
• Support go-live validation and stabilization efforts
• Evaluate opportunities for process automation and digital transformation
• Support risk identification, issue management, stakeholder communications, and change management activities
• Maintain requirements traceability throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist the PMO with continuous process improvement and modernization initiatives
• Identify Stakeholder's needs, translate requirements, and problem solve with technology using understanding of process and technology to implement solutions that meet client needs and goals
• Have solid understanding of Project Management Office, Project Management, Applications development, Policies, Change Management, IT Systems development and Support planning solutions
• Previous professional work experience with business stakeholders as a representative of the PMO to understand the Client's business requirements and business process flows, document current state / future state processes; ability to then translate them into comprehensive, accurate and quality requirements / specifications
• Evaluate data collected through Interviews, business process analysis, surveys and/or JAD (Joint Application Development) sessions
• Liaise with the various business units SME's, state agencies, departments and teams in defining business processes, application(s) requirements and technical solutions
• Provide suggestions to the project teams during the development stage to ensure the Client's business needs are met
• Communicate effectively with Agency Business Clients and IT staff on requirements and solutions
• Document results of the analysis and workflows as well as obtain sign-off(s) from the appropriate client
• Apply conceptual knowledge business and technology processes to solve complex operations and/or procedural problems
• Participate in projects of a cross-functional nature and evaluate/deliver/negotiate processes and applications to customers
• Develop, document and execute test cases and scripts and coordinate UAT Testing with the Business Users
• Coordinate with the Business and IT teams who are involved in the Testing process and are responsible for validating test results and/or follow up on any outstanding testing issues
• Document and manage any Change Requests related to the working project
• Assist the PMO office in the introduction of any new technology tools, templates, policies, procedures, and/or best practices

The candidates must possess excellent organizational and time management skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy

Be able to work independently and in a team

What You'll Need

• BA degree from an accredited 4-year institution
• Minimum 5 years' working experience as a Business Analyst or Systems Analyst
• 5 years'