Business Analyst

Job Family:Business Systems AnalysisTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:Guidehouse is seeking a Business Analyst to support Agile software development projects for federal and commercial clients in the Health industry. This role is ideal for a seasoned analyst who can independently lead requirements activities, partner closely with technical and business leadership, and contribute to overall delivery success.As a Business Analyst, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams, owning complex requirement efforts and helping shape scalable, high-quality software solutions in an Agile environment.Key responsibilities include:Lead requirements elicitation, analysis, documentation, and validation efforts for Agile software development initiativesTranslate complex business needs into clear, testable user stories, epics, features, and acceptance criteriaPartner with Product Owners to manage, prioritize, and refine the product backlogAct as a primary liaison between client stakeholders and technical delivery teamsFacilitate Agile ceremonies, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectivesDefine and document functional and non-functional requirements (e.g., security, performance, integration, scalability)Support solution design discussions by providing business and system-level insightsIdentify and manage requirements-related risks, dependencies, assumptions, and impactsSupport testing, defect triage, and user acceptance activities to ensure solutions meet business intentContribute to project planning, estimation, and delivery reporting as neededMentor junior analysts and contribute to team knowledge sharing and best practicesWhat You Will Need:US Citizenship or a Green card is required and Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS "PUBLIC TRUSTA bachelor’s degree is requiredFOUR (4) or more years of experience as a Business Analyst supporting software development projectsDemonstrated experience working in Agile/Scrum environmentsExperience translating business needs into technical artifacts (user stories, workflows, data requirements, APIs)Experience defining, prioritizing, and delivering data‑driven product capabilities leveraging modern cloud data platforms such as Snowflake and/or DatabricksMust be willing to work TWO (2) days ONSITE- HybridWhat Would Be Nice to Have:Experience supporting federal government clients or highly regulated environmentsStrong ability to independently lead requirements efforts with minimal oversightProficiency with Agile and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similarKnowledge of Health industry related software needs and acumenStrong stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skillsAbility to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreamsFamiliarity with modern software architectures (cloud-native, microservices, APIs)Familiarity with data exchange standards such as HL7 v2.5, CDA and FHIRExperience collaborating with UX/UI designers and applying design thinking practicesAgile or business analysis certifications (CSPO, CSM, PMI-PBA, SAFe, or similar)Experience contributing to proposals, SOWs, or client-facing deliverablesThe annual salary range for this position is $77,000.00-$129,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanGroup Term Life and Travel AssistanceVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsTransit and Parking Commuter BenefitsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachCare.com annual membershipEmployee Assistance ProgramSupplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at or via email at All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. 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All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.SummaryLocation: US - GA, Atlanta; US - TX, Austin; US - VA, Arlington; US - VA, McLean; US - IL, Chicago; US - TX, San Antonio; US - MA, BostonType: Full time