IT Project Analyst

Columbusairports; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is seeking a seasoned business analyst and project manager to lead requirements for technology initiatives at John Glenn Columbus International, Rickenbacker International, and Bolton Field. You will bridge business needs with IT delivery, define charters, and help optimize resource allocation across programs.

Applicants should bring 5+ years in business analysis and project management on tech projects, a relevant degree, and preferred certifications (PMP,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a business analyst for technology projects.
• 5+ years of experience as a project manager, leading and managing technology projects.
• PMI/PMBOK-based certification preferred (PMP®).
• CBAP® or PMI-PBA® and Agile certs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements elicitation, analysis, and documentation for technology initiatives.
• Define scope, objectives, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Maintain end-to-end requirements traceability through project lifecycle.
• Facilitate cross-departmental communication and alignment.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Requirements elicitation

Project management

Bridge business/tech teams

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/CS/IS

Job description

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority manages and operates passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general aviation airport Bolton Field (TZR). We are a diverse group of committed and talented professionals who show up every day to take CRAA to new heights. We are dedicated to connecting Ohio with the world and to providing passenger and cargo services 365 days a year. Our core values of Accountability, Innovation and Respect guide everything we do.

About the Position

Your “Take Off” will be successful by doing the following with excellence:

• Business Analysis: Lead requirements elicitation, analysis, and documentation for new and existing technology initiatives. Facilitate workshops and stakeholder interviews to define business needs, uncover gaps, and translate concepts into actionable specifications. Map current (“as‑is”) and future (“to‑be”) business processes, identifying opportunities for optimization and alignment with organizational goals. Develop clear business requirements, use cases, functional specifications, and supporting documentation. Maintain end‑to‑end requirements traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Project Chartering & Scoping: Partner with stakeholders to define the scope, objectives, success criteria, constraints, and assumptions for proposed initiatives. Collaborate with business partners to create charters and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) that clarify goals and outline key deliverables. Finalize initiation documentation for a structured hand‑off to the Project Manager responsible for execution and closeout. Maintain the Enterprise Project List by collaborating with departments across the organization to identify active and upcoming initiatives, ensuring alignment and optimization of resource allocation.
• Relationship Management: Facilitate strong partnerships across departments, ensuring visibility into enterprise priorities and project demand. Act as a liaison between business units and IT, enabling clear communication, alignment, and proactive identification of cross‑departmental impacts.
• Process Improvement: Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives leveraging Lean techniques, root cause analysis, workflow optimization, and automation assessment. Recommend and implement changes to increase operational efficiencies and enhance service delivery. Work with partners to define success metrics and monitor the impact of adopted improvements.

Salary

General: Salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $85,000.00, annually.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a business analyst for technology projects
• 5+ years of experience as a project manager, leading and managing technology projects
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
• Ability to plan complex project frameworks and manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Expert at bridging the gap between business and technical teams through effective communication, respectful collaboration, and organizational change management
• Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification from the Project Management Institute, preferred
• Business Analysis Professional Certification (CBAP® or PMI-PBA®), preferred
• Certified Scrum Master or other Agile certifications, preferred
• Able to pass a pre‑employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana (medical marijuana cards are not acceptable)

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, and all other groups or classes protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Authority does not tolerate violence or drug use in the workplace. As an employee with CRAA, you are valued. We foster an authentic workplace, that is respectful and inclusive. We expect and practice Accountability, Innovation and Respect. We hire talented individuals, who are passionate about connecting Ohio with the world.