Business Analyst

Business AnalystDuration: 6 months with potential to extend Location: San Diego, CA (Locals Only)The consultant should be very good with Data and SQL, of course BA skills are important too. There will be a SQL test as the first round of the interview, followed by a client interview. Consultant needs to be on site for 2 days in a week. The consultant needn't be very senior just 3 to 5 years is fine. We can even submit from north San Diego.Job DescriptionSummary - The Business Systems Analyst III is a liaison between end-users/clients and the Information Technology department. The position is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating the more complex business systems and user needs. Formulates systems to parallel overall business strategies; writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer programs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Interviews end-users/customers to define business requirements for complex software modifications and enhancements. Meets with external clients to discuss enhancement requests as needed.Translates business requirements by reviewing, analyzing and evaluating needs into functional specifications. Coordinates and responds to requests for changes from original specifications.Facilitates design sessions with the business and technical resources to ensure that the solutions meets the needs of the business. Consults with technical teams on design and database issues.Defines and documents requirements business rules to assist in the development of software specifications to include system requirements, flow charts, report mock-ups, and business rulesDrives and/or leads projects to completion for assigned projects. Develops project plans, prioritize project tasks, and provides regular status updates on project progress to management and stakeholders.Develops business processes that ensure developed application meets all project requirements. Ensures that projects are completed on time, accurate to defined specifications and within budget.Performs quality control checks on software before it is released to the QA department. Provides support to software development and QA staff as needed.Handles, prioritizes and manages multiple Service Requests (SR's) throughout entire software development life cycle. Handles software release management of designated applications.May mentor and provide functional work direction to less experience Business Systems Analysts.