255-7 Business Analyst

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.