Technology Business Analyst (Hybrid Work Schedule)

Technology Business Analyst (Hybrid Work Schedule)

Job no: 5042331

Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)

Location: Richmond (City), Virginia

Categories: Information Technology

Title: Technology Business Analyst (Hybrid Work Schedule)

State Role Title: Salary Non-Specified

Hiring Range: $114,000- $130,000

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia Retirement System

Location: Virginia Retirement System

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is seeking a Technology Business Analyst to perform several key tasks that bridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions.


Essential functions include but are not limited to:
• Elicits and documents business requirements through techniques such as interviews, workshops, and surveys.
• Analyzes current business processes and identifying areas for improvement or automation.
• Engages with stakeholders to understand their needs, provide updates, and manage expectations.
• Designs solutions that meet business needs and are feasible within the technical constraints.
• Analyzes data to provide insights and support decision-making processes.
• Creates detailed documentation of business requirements, functional specifications, and solution designs.
• Assists in the development of test plans and test cases, and validates the solutions meet the business requirements.
• Provides training and support to end-users to ensure the successful implementation of solutions.
• Assists project managers with planning, coordinating, and tracking project activities.
• Effectively performs additional tasks and responsibilities as required.


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, information technology or related field.

Five (5) years of progressive experience in data analysis, project management, business analysis or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Considerations

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Visio. Working knowledge of software development lifecycle methodologies. Working knowledge of Jira or similar issue tracking tool. Working knowledge of SQL query. Proficiency with Power BI or similar reporting tools.


Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills and detail-oriented. Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening skills and the ability to successfully interact in a team environment. Ability to effectively manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure. Critical thinker, who is comfortable in and embraces the unknown. Problem solver willing to dig deep for a positive outcome. Ability to work effectively and independently in a fast paced environment where priorities can rapidly change. Work effectively and independently in a fast-paced team environment where priorities can rapidly change. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

VRS is unable to provide sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

The current hybrid schedule for technology employees is 3 days onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) and 2 days remote (Monday and Friday). All employees must be able to work the current hybrid schedule and report to the office as needed on designated remote days.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 28 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 12 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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