Sr. BSA

Seeking a Sr. Business Systems Analyst for a long-term contract role in Long Beach, CA. Detailed Position SummaryThe Information Management (IM) Division is seeking a proactive, business-oriented Senior Business Systems Analyst to support one or more Port Divisions. This individual will serve as the primary liaison between the IM Division and the assigned Division, acting as both a strategic partner and an accountable delivery lead.This role blends product ownership, business systems analysis, and project coordination, with a strongemphasis on technical execution and stakeholder engagement. The Senior Business Systems Analyst willwork closely with business stakeholders to understand needs, define and refine business and technicalrequirements, manage a prioritized product backlog, and lead the successful delivery of high-impactsolutions. Responsibilities will also include triaging ad hoc requests, performing data/process mapping,producing detailed documentation, and providing structured updates to IM leadership.The ideal candidate brings strong professional presence, technical fluency, and the ability to operateautonomously. As a key representative of the IM team, the Senior Business Systems Analyst is expected todeliver responsive support to stakeholders while ensuring IM leadership is kept informed and aligned.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.1. Division-Facing Product & Delivery Leadership* Act as the primary liaison between the IM Division and assigned Division(s), serving as the singlepoint of contact for all information technology related needs.* Champion a strategic and collaborative relationship with business stakeholders?proactivelyidentifying needs, fostering trust, and ensuring responsive and professional engagement.* Conduct regular check-ins with stakeholders to review in-flight work, identify emerging priorities, andalign on expectations.* Maintain and continuously refine a dynamic, prioritized backlog of requests; sequencing work basedon urgency, business impact, and available capacity.* Lead delivery of key initiatives, serving as both Business Systems Analyst and Technical ProductOwner from scoping through implementation.* Triage and coordinate resolution of incoming issues and ad hoc requests (e.g., data discrepancies,reporting fixes) in collaboration with SMEs and technical teams.* Deliver clear and timely updates to IM leadership, including dashboards, progress reports, andexecutive-ready briefings.* Translate evolving business needs into actionable plans, balancing strategic product vision withshort-term service delivery needs.2. Project Management & Delivery Oversight* Plan and execute initiatives using structured PMO frameworks and/or Agile methodologies,depending on the project context.* Manage timelines, deliverables, dependencies, and resources across the full project lifecycle.* Monitor scope, budget, and quality, escalating risks and issues to governance teams as appropriate.* Provide consistent progress reporting and ensure transparent communication with stakeholders andleadership.3. Business Analysis & Requirements Definition* Translate business challenges into well-structured, traceable functional and technical requirements.* Facilitate discovery sessions, process mapping, and stakeholder interviews to capture current-stateworkflows and define solution needs.* Partner with business units to define measurable success criteria and support adoption planning.* Ensure technical deliverables meet business expectations through proactive alignment andvalidation.4. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication* Serve as a conduit between business users, developers and executive leadership; ensuring clearcommunication and shared understanding.* Lead requirements walkthroughs, demos, and working sessions to drive alignment and gatherfeedback.* Communicate priorities, constraints, and trade-offs in a clear, audience-appropriate manner.5. Vendor & Contract Coordination* Manage vendor engagement across the delivery lifecycle, from design and development toimplementation and support.* Monitor vendor deliverables, timelines, and risks; escalate concerns proactively.* Assist with software procurement, license renewals, and contract negotiations as needed.6. Governance & Risk Management* Maintain a RAID (Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions) log to support transparency and accountability.* Participate in change control and governance processes to ensure proper oversight.* Proactively identify, communicate, and mitigate delivery risks and blockers.Required Knowledge and Experience1. 10?15 years of progressive experience in hybrid roles spanning product ownership, business systemsanalysis, and project delivery; ideally within enterprise IT or public sector environments.2. Demonstrated ability to operate independently in dynamic, fast-paced settings, managing multiplepriorities and shifting demands with minimal supervision.3. Proven strength in facilitation and cross-functional communication, with the ability to engage bothtechnical teams and business stakeholders effectively.4. Experienced in proactively driving stakeholder alignment, resolving competing priorities, and navigatingorganizational complexity with professionalism.5. Background in client-facing roles, such as management consulting or stakeholder liaison functions?serving as the bridge between business needs and technical execution, and ensuring visibility at theexecutive level.6. Exceptional written communication skills, capable of producing clear, concise, and tailoreddocumentation, from technical specs to executive summaries.7. Consistent track record of delivering meaningful outcomes, not just documentation?focused on valuerealization and impact.8. Adept at introducing structure in ambiguous or evolving environments, with a strong orientation towardclarity and execution.9. Proficient with key tools such as:a. Backlog and Agile tools: Azure DevOps, Jirab. Project management platforms: Microsoft Project, Smartsheetc. Collaboration tools: Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Miro10. Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and structuredPMO or governance frameworks.Core Competencies & Working Style1. Builds credibility and trust quickly through strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.2. Naturally proactive, resourceful, and inquisitive?drives work forward without waiting for direction.3. Demonstrates a high level of ownership and accountability, consistently following through and closingthe loop with all stakeholders.4. Possesses strong situational awareness, with the ability to tailor messaging and tone to diverseaudiences and political contexts.5. Comfortable working through ambiguity?asks the right questions, surfaces assumptions, and identifiesactionable paths forward.6. Maintains professionalism, discretion, and maturity, especially in high-visibility or politically sensitiveenvironments.Desired Skills, Education and Certifications1. Bachelor"s degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.2. MBA or equivalent graduate degree preferred but not required.3. Project Management Professional, Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), SAFe ProductOwner/Product Manager, or equivalent certifications.4. Demonstrated success operating as both an executor and a thought partner - balancing hands-ondelivery with strategic planning.5. Familiarity with ITSM, enterprise system implementations, or organizational change managementframeworks.6. Prior experience serving as a trusted liaison between business and technical teams, ideally in aconsulting, client-facing, or cross-functional delivery role.7. Consulting experience with public sector or large matrixed organizations strongly preferred.