Technical Business Analyst

Technical Business AnalystLocation: Quincy, MA - (Onsite role)Hire Type: 6+ MonthsClient Name: State of MA - EHSCore Business Analysis Skills:Plan and develop a deep understanding of the business environment, its leadership, its business processes, its system processes, its data flows, data sources & integrations.Manage “document” and “requirement” traceability within the business, system, data, and technical domains; through common requirement documents (BRD, TRD, DFD), and ensure proper adherence with defined EOTSS/EOHHS Policies and Standards.Gather, document, and analyze the many data schemas and master interface control documents “sources to target” inventory all in support of the businesses data integration needs.Lead and facilitate requirement gathering, document creation, solution design, and when required help develop appropriate user & system test scripts which require negative test scenarios.Maintain and enforce through proper change control; the businesses document repository to ensure proper business impact and dependencies are understood when changes are required which may have business or technical impacts. Ensure changes and updates are maintained.Present findings and/or recommendations as required to internal and external stakeholders.Data Analysis & Mapping Skills:Provide subject-matter expertise in data discovery, mapping, analysis, and report creation using native database discovery and documenting tools to help improve operational efficiency, accuracy and consistency.Experience in data quality & integrity management processes including merging and analyzing disjointed data sources to formulate business insights (example DIFF Comparisons)Define & document data mapping, validations, and transformation rules to facilitate the exchange of data between different systems using common Webservices (SOAP & REST).Perform or define data extraction, mapping, analysis, and quality assurance activities to assist in program evaluation, survey operations, and cost assessment decision making; develop and deliver presentations with insights and recommendations for leadership.Design sampling plans, data flows, data processing, and/or reports and briefing presentations to optimize the information gained from data collections.Create detailed technical documentation, including data mappings, transformation rules, data dictionaries, and system interfaces, to facilitate future reference and knowledge transfer, ensuring alignment between stakeholders and development teams product goals and objectives.Lead and oversee the end-to-end business process & data discover and mapping in the full Integration lifecycle, from concept to launch, demonstrating project management skills and technical expertise.Work closely with business, project management, development and testing teams to capture and/or integrate Webservices solutions with existing or new systems and applications, ensuring smooth data flow and minimal disruption to operations.Adhere to EOTSS/EOHHS Privacy and Security policies when processing confidential data and ensure updates are made in information guidelines.Evaluate and ensure proper change control and updates to source production systems documentation and integration guidelines.Testing Skills:Plan and execute comprehensive testing strategies to validate the accuracy and completeness of processes, resolving any issues that arise during testing if so required.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze and design business requirements, translating them into clear and comprehensive technical product specifications, and user stories.Provide quality assurance of data exchanges, working with developers and quality assurance analysts as necessary.Work with QA technical team during data setup for performance testing.Work with SQA Manager and across project teams to ensure testing completion meets project deadlines.Identify and prioritize required features based on business goals, user feedback, and technical constraints, driving product strategy and innovation.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, conduct regular priority and performance reviews to identify areas for improvement and growth.Proactively manage risks and dependencies, employing problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles and ensure successful project delivery.Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into accessible language.Quickly gain a deep understanding of our internal software development & testing methodologies.Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members, enhancing their analytical and technical skills.Assessing test scripts and implementing plans on new, upgrades, or enhancement requiredTraining end-users in areas of expertise as required.Required Skills (Special Skill Set, Abilities, Knowledge):Broad knowledge of business analysis techniques in creating requirements and design documentsBroad technical knowledge and experience supporting a wide range of applications, data processes, and technologies (e.g. Java, .NET, Oracle, SQL Server, and Cloud).Prior experience with Jira, SQL Queries, Rational Quality Manager (RQM) and ADA compliance.