IT Business Systems Analyst Lead

Colonial Group; Lombard (IL); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a full-time, remote Business Systems Analyst Lead to drive discovery, analysis, and solution design with business leaders and technical teams.

You will leverage SQL, agile tools, and process modeling to guide work from concept through delivery, testing, and adoption, while mentoring colleagues and collaborating across IT and business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a health-related field, business, computer science, or related area, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 10+ years of work experience in business or systems analysis within the IT development field, with three (3) of those years in healthcare; OR any combination that demonstrates ability to perform the duties.
• Proficient with documenting logical diagrams, flows and other documentation to convey as-is and to-be states.
• Familiar with advanced IT concepts, IT policies, SOA, and web services.
• Knowledgeable designer of intranet and/or web-based systems.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Experience with SDLC, change management, and SCRUM/Agile processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or equivalent tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements elicitation and document business, functional and non-functional requirements.
• Analyze current systems, workflows, procedures, and needs to identify gaps and improvements.
• Evaluate impact of initiatives on applications and processes to deliver maximum value.
• Define input, output, reporting, and data requirements for system enhancements.
• Develop functional, conceptual, and logical design documentation, data models, and business case materials.
• Support UAT strategy, scenario development, and sign-off activities.
• Maintain user engagement from analysis to delivery and obtain scope sign-off.
• Create and maintain system documentation and contribute to implementation and change plans.
• Coordinate changes through development, testing, and production release processes.
• Evaluate automation opportunities and AI-enabled solutions to improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with developers, operations, DBAs, PMs, business users, vendors to resolve issues.
• Mentor less experienced analysts and share knowledge.
• Assist with training materials and user education for new or enhanced systems.
• Ensure functional areas are informed and prepared for system changes and transitions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Healthcare IT experience preferred

Tools

SQL

Azure DevOps

Process modeling

Data analysis

Job description

We are seeking a full-time, remote Business Systems Analyst Lead. The Business Systems Analyst is a strategic leader who operates at the intersection of business vision, data‑driven insight, and technical execution. In this role, you will lead discovery, analysis, and solution design efforts by partnering closely with business leaders, stakeholders, and technical teams to shape direction, clarify priorities, and drive high‑impact outcomes. You will take ownership of complex problems by leveraging tools such as SQL, agile backlog platforms, and process modeling techniques to inform decisions and guide work from concept through delivery, testing, and adoption.

Successful candidates are proactive, highly curious, and capable of leading complex initiatives in evolving business environments. They bring strong analytical and technical acumen, take initiative without waiting for direction, and serve as a trusted advisor who elevates conversations from “what” to “why” and “what’s next.” This position is ideal for someone who enjoys influencing outcomes, mentoring through clarity, and driving alignment across business, development, and QA teams to deliver solutions that create lasting value.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Business Analysis & Requirements
  • Lead requirements elicitation and document business, functional and non-functional requirements through formal business analysis practices.
  • Analyze current systems, workflows, procedures, and operational needs to identify gaps, assess feasibility, and recommend improvements.
  • Evaluate the impact of corporate initiatives and business objectives on existing applications and processes for ways to deliver maximum value.
  • Gather and define input, output, reporting, and data requirements to support system enhancements and innovative solutions.
• Solution Design & Delivery
  • Develop functional, conceptual, and logical design documentation, data models, and business case materials.
  • Support UAT strategy, scenario development, business participation, defect triage, traceability and business sign-off activities.
  • Maintain user engagement throughout analysis, development, and implementation, and obtain sign‑off from scope through delivery.
  • Create and maintain system documentation and contribute to implementation, conversion, and change control plans.
  • Coordinate approved changes through development, testing, and production release processes.
  • Evaluate automation opportunities and AI‑enabled solutions that improve business outcome, user experience and operation efficiency.
• Operational Support & Collaboration
  • Support operations and finance systems through implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and ongoing application support.
  • Partners with developers, operations, DBAs, project managers, business users, vendors, and consultants to resolve issues and deliver solutions.
  • Assist with complex datasets, reports, data‑related production issues, and approved solution testing and deployment.
  • Evaluate packaged software and serve as a liaison for technical issues between vendors, IT, and business stakeholders as needed.
  • Research and recommend new or replacement solutions aligned to operational and strategic business needs.
• Leadership & Communication
  • Collaborate with business partners to shape a long‑term vision and drive ongoing backlog prioritization toward delivering that vision.
  • Partner with project managers, development and QA leads to lead digital product team through development life cycle.
  • Mentor and guide less experienced business analysts through work review, coaching, and knowledge sharing.
  • Support development of training materials, training plans, and user education for new or enhanced systems.
  • Ensure affected functional areas are informed and prepared for system changes, implementations, and conversions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred in a health‑related field, business, computer science, or a related area, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • 10 or more years of work experience in business or systems analysis within the IT development field, with three (3) of those years in the healthcare industry; OR any combination of academic education, professional training, or work experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
  • Proficient with documenting logical diagrams, flows and any other type of documentation to make consumers assimilate as‑is and to‑be knowledge.
  • Familiar with advanced IT concepts, IT policies, service‑oriented architecture, and web services.
  • Knowledgeable designer of Intranet and/or web‑based systems.
  • Good understanding & experience with relational databases & SQL.
  • Enhanced knowledge of database structure and design.
  • Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle, change management, and SCRUM/Agile processes.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft‑based technologies, including Microsoft Office.
  • Experience working with application lifecycle or test management tools such as Azure DevOps or equivalent tools.
• Job‑Related Skills & Abilities
  • Highly self‑directed with a powerful desire to understand how things work and how they can be improved.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and possess problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to evaluate information, make sound decisions, and resolve issues effectively.
  • Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Work Style & Performance Expectations
  • Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple assignments, and meet established deadlines.
  • Effective in a fast‑paced, changing work environment.
  • Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
  • Consistent attention to detail and accuracy in work performed.