Business Analyst 4

Business Analyst 4Duration: 12 Month Contract (possibility of extension)Location: Hybrid: Richmond, VAPay rate: Hourly, depending on experienceQualifications:5+ years of BA experience in IT project. IT software/application project experience requiredAnalytical Thinking:Review, analyze complex process and systems and break them down into manageable parts.Has strong problem-solving skills - finds root causes, and not just symptoms.Technical Proficiency:Familiarity with enterprise software - like Oracle, SQL Server.Understanding of databases (SQL), APIs, Data Flow Diagrams.Not necessarily a developer but should have a strong understanding of how IT systems work.Requirements Gathering Proficiency:Strong experience in conducting stakeholder interviews and workshops.Skilled at writing clear, testable, functional, and non-functional requirements.Strong familiarity and previous experience with using Azure DevOPS (TFS) for creating and managing agile items - Product backlog, Epics, Features, User Stories, Tasks AND Test Plans and Test Cases.Prepare diagrams explaining the modifications so that both technical staff and executive management can visualize and understand what must be done.Agile/Waterfall Knowledge:Should be previous experience in working with Agile/Scrum (including SAFe) AND Waterfall projects.Other Required and Demonstrated Work Skills:Can translate tech talk to business users and business talk to developers.Writes clear documents and delivers strong presentations.Can handle pushback, negotiate priorities, and resolve conflict diplomatically.Experience with Business Process Modelling - using/documenting Swim Lane and Flow Chart Diagrams.Experience in rolling out new systems/processes and managing user adoption.In addition to performing system integration testing (IT Testing), assists with User Acceptance Testing.About Our Company:DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical/Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance401 (K)