Business Analyst - TS/SCI

ENS Solutions, LLC; North Dakota; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Platinum-Level Medical/Dental/VIs

401k Contribution from Day 1

PTO + 11 Paid Federal Holidays

Long & Short Term Disability Insurance

Group Term Life Insurance

Tuition, Certification & Professional 

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

ENS Solutions, LLC is seeking a seasoned Business Analyst and program leader to analyze organizational needs and drive major improvements across the enterprise. The role blends hands-on analysis with strategic leadership to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and guide critical programs.

You will lead major re-engineering initiatives, develop strategic guidance, and serve as a primary project manager from planning through delivery, including IT audit support and policy development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience; 10+ years if no degree.
• Strong problem solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated project management and process improvement (Six Sigma).
• Experience with MS Visio, MS Project or JIRA.
• Certifications such as PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt, ITIL may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze information to prepare reports and strategic recommendations.
• Lead and manage business process development and re-engineering initiatives.
• Develop strategic guidance, policies, and performance assessments.
• Serve as project manager overseeing full lifecycle from planning to delivery.
• Develop project schedules, test plans, manage resources, ensure timely deliverables.
• Provide administrative support and coordinate meetings; maintain records.
• Offer SME input in domains like IT audit support, RIM, and cybersecurity policy.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/management or related field

Tools

MS Visio

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

The Business Analysis is a subject matter expert and program leader responsible for analyzing organizational needs, managing complex initiatives, and driving significant improvements across the enterprise. This role blends hands-on analytical and staff support functions with strategic leadership to enhance business processes, ensure compliance, and guide programs within a specialized domain. Operating with increasing autonomy, the analyst will manage tasks ranging from policy development and IT audit support to leading major process re-engineering projects. This position requires deep expertise to manage projects, advise leadership, mentor team members, and ensure the successful alignment of programs with strategic objectives.

Duties May Include:

• Research and analyze information from diverse sources to prepare reports, presentations, and strategic recommendations for leadership.

• Lead and manage business process development, improvement, and re-engineering initiatives, applying metrics and performance measures to track progress and success.

• Develop, coordinate, and review strategic guidance, organizational policies, and performance assessments to ensure alignment with goals.

• Serve as a primary action officer or project manager, overseeing the full lifecycle of initiatives from planning and resource management to execution and delivery.

• Develop and maintain project schedules (IMS), create test plans, manage resources, and ensure the timely completion of all deliverables.

• Perform administrative and staff support functions, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and maintaining official records.

• Provide deep subject matter expertise in a specialized domain, such as Records & Information Management (RIM), IT and Cybersecurity strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Risk Management, or Test, Training & Exercises (TT&E).

• Support and manage IT audit activities (e.g., FISMA) by reviewing evidence, tracking findings, and coordinating responses to ensure compliance.

• Provide coordination and leadership for key programs such as Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP).

• Lead and facilitate internal and external engagements across the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD).

• Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to manage requirements, de-conflict issues, and build consensus on strategic initiatives.

• Lead and mentor teams to achieve performance goals, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and provide clear strategic direction.

• Beyond these core functions, the position extends into numerous specialized areas, including leading process improvement initiatives, developing, and managing IT and cybersecurity policy, and overseeing records and information management programs.

• Business Analysts are also tasked with strategic and administrative duties, such as performing as action officers, managing IT audits for compliance with standards like FISMA, conducting organizational performance assessments, and developing strategic plans.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a business, management, or a related field.

• A minimum of 7+ years of experience demonstrated in a relevant functional or cross-functional business area. In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of experience.

• Highly developed critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills (oral and written).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential.

• Demonstrated expertise in project management, process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma), and leadership. Proficiency in specialized tools such as MS Visio, MS Project, or JIRA is often required.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt, ITIL) may be required for certain positions.

Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLCis a service-disabled veteran owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS consults for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) providing innovative solutions in the core competency area of Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services that yield enduring results. Our strong technical and management experts have been able to maintain a standard of excellence in their relationships while delivering innovative, scalable and collaborative infrastructure to our clients.

Why ENS?

• Free Platinum-Level Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 100% paid for by ENS
• 401k Contribution from Day 1
• PTO + 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Tuition, Certification & Professional Development Assistance
• Workers’ Compensation
• Relocation Assistance

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI tools are an important part of daily work at ENS Solutions, and we are committed to their responsible and ethical use. To ensure a fair and equitable candidate evaluation based on individual skills, knowledge, and experience, candidates are not permitted to use artificial intelligence or other assistive tools during interviews, whether in person or virtual, unless explicit permission has been granted in advance.