We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Analyst with a strong background in software testing, coordination, defect management, and stakeholder communication. This role requires a proactive professional who can bridge business needs with technical solutions while ensuring quality and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
A key requirement for this role is prior experience working with state or local government agencies. The ideal candidate understands the unique processes, regulations, and communication protocols within public sector environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from various stakeholders.
- Coordinate testing activities, including test planning, execution, and reporting.
- Perform hands-on testing when necessary and support QA teams during all testing phases.
- Manage and track defects through resolution, ensuring timely communication with development and testing teams.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize requirements, clarify business needs, and ensure project alignment.
- Facilitate meetings, document decisions, and ensure effective communication across cross-functional teams.
- Translate business needs into functional specifications and work closely with development teams.
- Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) and end-user training when required.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in IT or software development projects.
- Proven experience with test coordination, test case management, and defect lifecycle management.
- Strong experience working with stakeholders to gather and clarify requirements.
- Must have previous experience working with state or local government agencies.
- Familiarity with project management and testing tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps, TestRail, etc.).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies.
- Understanding of government procurement, compliance, and reporting standards.
- Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA) or ISTQB is a plus.
