Business Analyst

Forge Group, LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge Group, LLC is seeking a Business Analyst to join cross-functional teams in a secure, cloud-based modernization environment for a DoD customer. You will develop requirements with Operations and Development teammates to support ongoing software development and delivery of solutions.

Therole requires 4+ years of BA experience in software/tech modernization, strong Agile skills, and the ability to work with stakeholders to refine and prioritize user stories within an Agile backlog.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 additional years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree.
• 4+ years of professional experience as a Business Analyst supporting software development and/or technology modernization.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience with Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Experience using collaboration tools in the workplace to develop new work products efficiently.
• Experience working within Agile Development Teams.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to undergo background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Define and document requirements as User Stories for an Agile development team.
• Analyze existing processes and identify opportunities to improve workflows using technology.
• Assist in managing the Agile Team backlog and prioritize user stories and tasks.
• Communicate updates to program leadership and track progress against milestones.
• Create designs describing system modules and verify with developers and SMEs.
• Develop, test, document, deploy, and monitor applications and databases per design.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Sprint Planning

Backlog Refinement

User Acceptance Testing

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Requirement: Business Analyst

Job Description

Forge is seeking a Business Analyst to support cross-functional teams operating in a secure, cloud-based modernization environment for a DoW customer. This role will develop requirements alongside Operational Community and Development team members in support of ongoing software development.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Operational Community, Development product team and other stakeholders to define and document requirements as User Stories for an Agile development team
• Analyze existing business processes and documentation and identify opportunities to improve business processes utilizing the technology
• Assist in managing the Agile Team backlog, working with the customer to prioritize and further develop user stories and tasks for the team to develop
• Communicate updates and changes to requirements to program leadership
• Track progress on development against major milestones for development
• Create and document designs to describe system modules that require modification and new builds based on the requirements
• Work with developers and SMEs to verify the requirements and design
• Develop, modify, test, document, deploy, and monitor applications and databases based on the design document
• Provide support to Scrum team operations
• Prepare reports and deliverables

Qualifications/Requirements

The Candidate must have the ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

• US Citizen
• Previous professional experience supporting the U.S. Federal Government, either as a federal employee or contractor, is required
• 4+ years of professional experience as a Business Analyst supporting software development and/or technology modernization
• Bachelor's degree, OR 4 additional years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree
• Excellent facilitation, written communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience with Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement and User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Experience using collaboration tools in the workplace to develop new work products efficiently
• Experience working within Agile Development Teams
• Active Tier 2 background investigation or higher, completed or favorably adjudicated within the previous 18 months.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing requirements based on a variety of inputs including Enterprise Architecture (EA) viewpoints and other process documents
• Experience eliciting requirements from a team comprised of a variety of stakeholders
• Experience with Appian
• Experience with Jira and Confluence
• SAFe Foundational Certification or higher
• Familiarity with Database development principles (Structured Query Language - SQL)
• Familiarity with API development principles
• Knowledge of Federal Requirements and standards associated with software development
• Experience working within DoW

Job

Full-time

Location

DMV/NCR preferred

Salary Range

$95,000 - $120,000 per year

Assigned Forge Job Title

Project Specialist

Essential Duties

• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
• Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Planning/Organizing- Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism- Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Qualifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
• Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, type, or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Work Environment- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

This job posting sets forth the basic authorities and responsibilities of this position, which may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty.

Benefits

Forge fosters a rich company culture built on a diverse, hard-working employee base. Our staff is the core of our success and the impetus behind our decisions. In today's corporate culture, there is no longer a line between work and home life. As a result, we focused our benefits approach on the whole family.

The Forge total compensation model is based on a "choose-your-own-adventure approach" allowing each employee to create a comprehensive package of benefits and perks tailored to his or her needs. Examples of benefits included in our total compensation package include:

• Complete Flextime
• 401k With Employer Matching
• Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre-Tax Premium Options
• Supplementary healthcare and family support
• Extended Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and Education & Training Stipends
• Cell Phone / Internet Stipends
• College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions
• Alternative Work Locations and Tele-Commuting
• Employee Referral Awards
• Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Sabbatical

Forge Group, LLC is a proud DoD Skillbridge and V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified company committed to hiring and retaining military veterans and spouses.

Forge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity [and/or] Affinative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or military or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.