Business Analyst

Business AnalystSeeking a Business Analyst to be responsible for evaluating business system-related processes and ensuring they align with user needs.This position is a direct report to the Sr IT Program Manager and has sound knowledge of business processes in the specific area of technology enablement.The Business Analyst is responsible for business systems related fields and how they align with user needs.Documents requirements, establishes scope, objectives and determines strategy for implementing systems related fields to achieve business goals including gathering and prioritizing customer requirements and working closely with business functions to ensure customer satisfaction goals are met.Own functional specifications and serve as a functional expert with a deep understanding of business needs on product capabilities by defining business requirements, performing quality assurance & define reporting and alerting requirementsOwn the Business Case Challenge Team (BCCT) development process for the portfolio by working on scope, schedule, estimate, and benefits with Product teamsWork on analytical projects which may include continuous improvement projects; data extraction; technical / financial review and analysis; compiling, monitoring, and analyzing performance metrics toward achievement of scorecard targets; reviewing and revising documentation, preparation of presentations, other ad-hoc assignmentsAlign and support with strategic direction of broader IT organization.Contribute to the strategic vision/plans and identify process enhancements that improve customer experience and simplify current landscapeKeeps informed of technical and managerial advances in IT, including leading the introduction of best practiceOversees compliance with cost, schedule, and budget.Analyzes performance dashboards and scorecards to quantify and measure outcomes and identify persistent problemsDevelops reporting/dashboards to provide portfolio visibility to business managementDevelops reviews, evaluates and formulates project plans, schedules, and budgetsSynectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.