Business Analyst

Lumen Solutions Group Inc

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Business Analysis, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Business Strategy, Code Reviews, Content Management Systems (CMS), Contract Management, Cost Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Desktop Administration, Desktop Virtualization, Diversity, Documentation, Financial Analysis, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Laptop PC, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Engineering, Product Demonstration, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Reengineering, Requirements Management, Return on Investment (ROI), Risk Analysis, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Support Documentation, System Test, Systems Maintenance, Technical Presentation, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Design, Training/Teaching Materials, Unit Test, User Documentation, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
4 days ago
8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Min 5 years of experience, served as a liaison between the Business community and Customer IT Teams (i.e., Architecture, Project Delivery, Application Sustain, etc.). Strong experience as a Data Analyst in analyzing raw data, and as a Business Analyst in requirements gathering, understanding technology, and any project management experience with PMP are a huge plus. Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business systems and user needs. Formulates systems to parallel overall business strategies. Experienced with business process reengineering and identifying new applications of technology to business problems to make business more effective. Familiar with industry standard business process mapping, and reengineering. Prepares solution options, risk identification, and financial analyses such as cost/benefit, ROI, buy/build, etc. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer programs. Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business systems and user needs. Formulates systems to parallel overall business strategies. Experienced with business process reengineering and identifying new applications of technology to business problems to make business more effective. Familiar with industry-standard business process mapping, and reengineering. Prepares solution options, risk identification, and financial analyses such as cost/benefit, ROI, buy/build, etc. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer programs. 8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Min 5 years of experience, served as a liaison between the Business community and Customer IT Teams (i.e., Architecture, Project Delivery, Application Sustain, etc.). Strong experience as a Data Analyst in analyzing raw data, and as a Business Analyst in requirements gathering, understanding technology, and any project management experience with PMP are a huge plus. This position also requires working closely with IT and Contract Management Support (CMS) staff to develop and maintain clear, user friendly documentation for internal applications. This role focuses on translating application functionality, enhancements, and updates into guides and reference materials that help end users effectively use the systems. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with IT developers, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand application functionality and enhancements Develop and maintain user guides, how to documents, and other application related documentation Create and maintain visual aids, including screenshots and step by step visuals, to support written instructions Update documentation and visual materials to reflect new features, enhancements, or system changes developed by IT staff Organize and present technical information in a clear, concise, and accessible manner for non-technical users Ensure all documentation and visual content is accurate, current, and aligned with application functionality Participate in meetings, demos, or walkthroughs to gather information on system changes and updates Assist in updates and development of training materials II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Extensive experience reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating business systems and user needs. 8 Required Experience and thorough understanding of the business analysis areas of knowledge and its associated activities and tasks. 8 Required Experience participating in software development reviews and providing advice and assistance to other team members in analysis, design, and test. 8 Required Experience performing or participating in unit testing, support system testing, and user acceptance testing. 8 Required Extensive skill in planning and organizing work to meet goals and complete multiple assignments without compromising accuracy. 8 Required Experience in software development lifecycle methodologies. 8 Preferred Extensive skill in effective verbal and written communications with both IT and business professionals and clients. 2 Preferred Experience creating user focused technical or instructional documentation. 2 Preferred Experience developing or maintaining screenshots or other visual aids to support user documentation. 2 Preferred Ability to work effectively with staff and translate technical concepts into plain language. ***Lumen and / or its clients will not provide equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) to the selected contractor. The contractor must have their own equipment. Access to a virtual desktop set up (software) will be provided by Lumens client, allowing the user access to the required systems and technology.*** Lumen Solutions Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

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