System Analyst 3

Ampcus, Inc; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus, Inc in Richmond, VA is seeking a highly motivated System Analyst 3 to support a public-sector transportation organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business analysis, Agile methodologies, and project coordination.

This role requires a hybrid work model, expecting on-site presence four days a week. Candidates will analyze business processes, gather and manage requirements, and support Scrum ceremonies among other responsibilities. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 10 years of business and systems analysis experience.
• 5 years of Agile Business Analyst experience with strong Scrum knowledge.
• Experience creating and managing product backlogs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes and recommend solutions.
• Gather and document business and technical requirements.
• Manage product and sprint backlogs in Agile environments.

Skills

Business analysis

Agile methodologies

Requirements management

Process modeling

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Visio

Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: System Analyst 3

Location(s): Richmond, VA (Hybrid: 4 days per week onsite)

A public-sector transportation organization is seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst to support software development and business transformation initiatives. The role requires extensive experience in business analysis, Agile methodologies, requirements management, process modeling, testing, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination. Candidates must be local and available to work onsite four days per week during the initial 90-day probation period, with continued weekly onsite presence thereafter.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes, identify pain points, and recommend solutions.
• Gather, document, and manage business, functional, and system requirements.
• Develop user stories, acceptance criteria, use cases, process flows, and related artifacts.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify business and technical issues.
• Create process models, context diagrams, data flow diagrams, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements for development teams.
• Manage product and sprint backlogs in Agile environments.
• Support Scrum ceremonies and collaborate with Product Owners.
• Define test strategies, test plans, test cases, and execute testing activities.
• Coordinate and facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Track requirements through implementation and ensure traceability.
• Serve as liaison between business users, developers, project managers, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings, document decisions, and communicate project status, risks, and issues.
• Independently manage small projects or workstreams.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of business and systems analysis experience.
• 5 years of Agile Business Analyst experience with strong Scrum knowledge.
• Experience creating and managing product backlogs and sprint backlogs.
• Strong experience translating business requirements into user stories and application requirements.
• Experience defining acceptance criteria and managing acceptance processes.
• Experience working with large, multi-module enterprise systems.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Visio.
• Experience with Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities.