Business Analyst

WHO WE ARE

PACE LLC is a government contracting firm based in the Washington, DC area. We are dedicated to providing first-class professional support, leadership, and performance to meet the goals and objectives of our clients. PACE LLC is currently seeking a Business Analyst for a full-time position in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area.

BUSINESS ANALYST

If you are looking for a challenging solution development opportunity that allows you to grow and learn in a stable and growing organization, come join us as a Business Analyst at PACE LLC. We are an organization that is committed to your growth and success in the IT software development industry looking for professionals that are ready to assume leadership responsibilities in a supportive team environment that is focused on your success as a function of client success.

THE POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst to deliver precise, thorough, and verifiable process components in various formats, encompassing Business Requirements, Functional Requirements, Data Requirements, System Software Specifications, and Use Cases. This role involves conducting business process and system analysis, designing improvements, offering implementation support, translating business process needs into technical requirements, and providing essential change management and training support. The ideal candidate will excel in communicating organizational and strategic planning in both technical and functional environments.

This person must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or other relevant disciplines. In addition to a minimum of seven+ (7) years of current experience in leading requirements development effort for software delivery, Agile certification (i.e. csm, etc.), experience in business process and system analysis, design, improvement, and implementation efforts, change management, and training support. It is desired that this person has UI/UX experience for software applications.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or other relevant disciplines

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate complex business processes and systems.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with stakeholders, team members, and management.

Problem-Solving: Ability to identify problems, analyze data, and propose effective solutions.

Technical Proficiency: Prior Federal or DOD acquisition. DOD experience. Familiarity with relevant tools and technologies, including data analysis tools, project management software, and business intelligence tools.

Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations, industry trends, and the ability to align solutions with business goals.

Requirements Gathering: Ability to drive requirements management effort from beginning to end.

Team Collaboration: Experience working in a small development team environment (<10 people) as the sole Business Analyst is a plus. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.

Project Management: Experience leading discovery efforts. Experience leading AS IS to TO BE analysis. Basic understanding of project management principles to contribute effectively to project success.

Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and business needs.

Attention to Detail: Thorough and detail-oriented in analyzing and documenting business processes and requirements.

Time Management: Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Decision-Making: Capability to make informed decisions based on analysis and business understanding.

Documentation: Proficient in creating clear and concise documentation, including business process flows, use cases, and requirements documents.

Certifications: Appian platform experience, or another LOW CODE are a plus. Proficient in JIRA and Confluence. Relevant certifications such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) or SAFe Agilist (SA) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).

THE LOCATION

The Business Analyst position is hybrid.

Salary Range: There are various factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, education, certifications, and competencies that align with the specified role, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is: $100,000-$120,000.

Why you will love working with us/ Perks: PACE LLC culture supports a strong work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include healthcare (medical, dental, vision and disability), 401(k) plan where employees are fully vested in their own contributions, as well as the employer-provided match, from their first day of contribution.

PACE LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and it is our policy to consider all applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, alienage, ancestry, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. PACE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the PACE's legal duty to furnish information.

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