Business Analyst 4

Job: Business Analyst 4 Job ID: 164993 Location : Lansing MI Interview Process Interviews will be conducted in-person in Lansing MI - Interviews are tentatively scheduled for 09/08 - 09/11 Hybrid Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Onsite days will be Monday/Tuesday, no exceptions). Local candidates only Local candidates only (bids must reside within 90-miles of Lansing, MI at the time of submission.) Position Title Lead Business Analyst Work Location Lansing, Michigan Veteran Preference Veteran Preferred Qualified U.S. military veterans will receive preference for this position. Position Summary The Lead Business Analyst (Lead BA) serves as the senior functional and analytical expert supporting the Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (DMVA) and Michigan Veteran Homes (MVH). This position leads the full spectrum of business analysis activities for large scale, complex information systems-with the majority of work dedicated to the DMVA Salesforce application suite, including Salesforce Digital Experiences/Communities, Apex, Flows, Lightning Web Components, Aura Components, Conga Composer, and multiple custom integrations. The Lead BA is responsible for requirements management, business process reengineering, solution architecture collaboration, Agile delivery leadership, security and compliance documentation, and procurement support. The position ensures alignment between business objectives, technical architecture, cybersecurity standards, DTMB enterprise policies, and vendor deliverables. The Lead BA sets analytical standards, mentors team members, and coordinates communication between business stakeholders, technical staff, and vendors. Responsibilities 1. Salesforce Platform Leadership (Primary Duty Area) Serve as the senior business analyst for all Salesforce-based systems supporting DMVA and MVH. Lead discovery, documentation, and validation of requirements for Salesforce Admin, Apex classes, Flows, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Aura Components, Communities/Portals, and Conga Composer. Translate business needs into Salesforce-ready specifications Including user stories, acceptance criteria, workflows, data definitions, and configuration guidelines. Review and advise on design solutions, custom components, integration patterns, and security models related to Salesforce development. Ensure Salesforce implementations align with DTMB enterprise standards, architecture principles, and security frameworks including NIST SP 800 53. Manage sprint backlogs, releases, and defect remediation using Azure DevOps (ADO). Support Salesforce integrations involving REST APIs, SQL Server, Oracle, Azure services, microservices, and legacy systems. 2. Requirements Analysis & Business Process Reengineering Lead requirements elicitation and prioritization across multiple stakeholder groups. Develop detailed documentation including functional specifications, use cases, workflows, process diagrams, and business rules. Conduct business process reviews and redesign workflows to optimize efficiency. Ensure requirements meet quality standards using Azure DevOps. 3. Technical Collaboration Partner with Solutions Architects to convert requirements into technical designs. Participate in architecture reviews for Salesforce and other DMVA systems. Review technical specifications for feasibility and compliance. Prepare cost-benefit analyses, ROI assessments, and TCO evaluations. Support security reviews and vulnerability remediation. 4. Agile Delivery & Project Coordination Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, backlog refinement, and reviews. Ensure user stories are complete, testable, and aligned with standards. Track risks, dependencies, and project impacts. 5. Communication & Customer Service Serve as the liaison between business, technical teams, leadership, and vendors. Communicate requirements clearly for technical and non-technical audiences. Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure transparency. 6. Security, Compliance, and Quality Assurance Ensure solutions meet DTMB security standards and NIST controls. Develop security documentation including SSPs, risk assessments, and POA&Ms. Coordinate security scans and remediation. Support QA activities ensuring requirements are testable. Required Qualifications 10+ years business analysis experience. Extensive Salesforce experience including Admin, Apex, LWC, Aura, Flows, Communities, and Conga Composer. Knowledge of Agile and Azure DevOps. Experience with SQL Server, Oracle, Java, .NET, JavaScript, and REST. Experience developing SOWs, RFPs, and procurement documentation. Strong communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Veteran Preferred Qualified veterans encouraged to apply. Scrum Master certified. Experience with microservices, integrations, and distributed architecture. Experience mentoring analysts. Working Conditions / Reporting Reports to Agency Services Manager. Uses Azure DevOps for tracking and delivery. Supports multi-year modernization projects for DMVA and MVH. #J-18808-Ljbffr My3Tech