Business Analyst Expert

Business Analyst Expert

Location: Remote (within the United States only) Work Arrangement: Remote (Minimal in-person engagement in Raleigh, NC, if required) Duration: 07/07/2025 02/02/2026 Interview Type: Webcam Interview Only Engagement Type: Contract No. of Openings: 1 Expenses: Not allowed Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Remote Work Requirements:

• Must reside in the United States
• Must use personal computer to connect to NCDOT systems via Citrix and Cisco AnyConnect VPN

Project Overview: The NC Crash Reporting Information System (CRIS) project is seeking a full-time, expert-level Senior Business Analyst to lead and execute comprehensive business analysis tasks from project initiation through implementation. This role will be responsible for identifying, documenting, and analyzing business processes, gathering requirements, supporting testing efforts, and providing project and change management support throughout the lifecycle.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

1. Leading and managing business analysis workstreams or deliverables with defined outcomes
2. Identifying, documenting, and improving business processes, workflows, issues, metrics, and value drivers
3. Conducting interviews and workshops to gather and refine business requirements
4. Performing in-depth analysis and documentation of current ("as-is") processes and capabilities
5. Supporting the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and validation
6. Developing and maintaining other key project documentation
7. Supporting go-live activities including data conversion, training, help desk readiness, and site logistics
8. Assisting with change management, stakeholder communications, and adoption planning
9. Contributing to PMO support functions such as:
• Project time tracking
• Status and work plan updates
• Service metric reporting
• General administrative project tasks

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 7+ years of professional experience as a Business Analyst
• Proven experience in managing end-to-end business analysis for large-scale IT projects
• Strong understanding of business process modeling, documentation, and analysis techniques
• Experience in test planning and test execution management
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and project/task tracking systems
• Experience supporting change management and go-live planning

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with State Government or Public Sector IT projects
• Prior experience with transportation or crash reporting systems is a plus
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid SDLC methodologies