Business Analyst

Acuity INC

Reston, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Automation, Business Analysis, Business Case, Business Development, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Business Support, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Consulting, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Diversity, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Regulations, IT Requirements, Information Technology & Information Systems, Management Consulting, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Needs Assessment, Operational Improvement, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Power Amplifier, Process Analysis, Process Engineering, Process Flow, Process Improvement, Process Modeling, Requirements Management, Support Documentation, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Technical Support, Trend Analysis, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Reston, Virginia
POSTED
10 days ago
Overview:

Acuity, Inc. seeks a Business Analyst I to support enterprise IT project management and business analysis initiatives within a federal financial regulatory environment. This role contributes to the execution of low to moderately complex efforts within a high-volume, Agile delivery environment by supporting business process analysis, requirements management, and process improvement activities across multiple concurrent initiatives. The Business Analyst I works closely with program teams and stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze business needs, translate them into structured requirements and models, and support implementation, validation, and adoption of solutions. 

Why Acuity?: If you are passionate about using your skills in IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation to make a positive impact, you might find a good fit at Acuity. We serve federal agencies as a trusted digital strategy and technology consulting firm, providing innovative technical leadership to support our customers’ critical missions. Responsibilities:
  • Support business process analysis and requirements activities across multiple initiatives, including scope definition, stakeholder engagement, and documentation 
  • Assist in eliciting, documenting, and managing business and system requirements using standard tools and methodologies 
  • Develop and maintain process models, data flows, and other analysis artifacts to support business and technical understanding 
  • Apply process improvement and re-engineering principles to identify opportunities to streamline operations and improve performance 
  • Support business process reviews, alternatives analysis, and cost-benefit analysis to inform decision-making and prioritization 
  • Assist in supporting process automation and modernization initiatives, including participation in testing, validation, and rollout activities 
  • Support facilitation of meetings, stakeholder interviews, and workshops; document outcomes and support knowledge transfer to delivery teams and stakeholders 
  • Assist in validating that solutions meet business needs and requirements 
  • Contribute to development of business cases, cost estimates, and financial/operational analysis 
  • Support analysis of trends, performance metrics, and operational data to inform decision-making 
  • Maintain documentation and artifacts in accordance with established governance, configuration management, and reporting practices 
Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience in business analysis, systems analysis, or related IT delivery roles with increasing responsibility 
  • Experience supporting requirements elicitation, process modeling, and business analysis activities on low to moderately complex projects 
  • Basic understanding of business process improvement, requirements management, and IT analysis methodologies (e.g., process flows, data flow diagrams) 
  • Experience supporting cost-benefit analysis, business case development, or financial analysis 
  • Exposure to process automation, modernization, or organizational change initiatives preferred 
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) 
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, including stakeholder engagement, documentation, and facilitation support 
  • Ability to operate effectively in Agile or hybrid delivery environments with evolving priorities 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience 

Clearance Requirements:

  • Public Trust

 

About Acuity:

Acuity, Inc. is a leading management and technology consulting firm that specializes in serving the federal government. Our innovative, collaborative and rewarding work environment has earned repeat honors from the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work and SmartCEO Corporate Culture awards.

 

Why Choose Acuity?

  • Innovative Excellence: Recognized by The Washington Post's "Top Workplaces" and a nine-time recipient of the Washington Business Journal's "Best Places to Work," Acuity fosters an environment where innovation thrives and employees flourish.
  • Competitive Compensation: We value our employees and show it through highly competitive compensation and benefits packages.
  • Personal Growth: Your potential isn't just recognized at Acuity, it's actively cultivated. With tailored training, mentorship, and cutting-edge resources, we empower you to thrive personally and professionally.
  • Recognition and Visibility: Stand out in a competitive industry with Acuity's exceptional customer feedback and robust opportunity channels.
  • Collaborative Culture: At Acuity, teamwork isn't just a buzzword – it's the cornerstone of our success. Encouragement and support fuel our collaborative culture, where every voice matters.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: Diversity isn't just a checkbox – it's who we are. At Acuity, we pride ourselves on recruiting and maintaining a workforce that celebrates diversity and treats every employee with dignity and respect.

 Join Acuity, where your talents are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is amplified. Together, let's shape the future of digital strategy and technology consulting.

 

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company

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Acuity INC

Meet Acuity: We are a Management and Technology Consulting firm specialized in addressing the unique challenges of public sector organizations. We have served 9 of 15 federal cabinet-level agencies and hold particularly deep expertise with organizations whose missions center on serving and protecting our nation’s citizens, global reputation, and critical assets.

We pride ourselves on unmatched customer service and a history of transformative client results. Each service we offer and every methodology we deploy is carefully designed to help our clients improve overall performance and achieve mission success.

Our team of pragmatic and innovative consultants is highly trained and highly skilled.

At Acuity, we work smart, we work hard, and we cultivate lasting relationships that deliver real, meaningful, and measurable results.

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
2006
WEBSITE
http://www.myacuity.com/