Sr. Business Analyst

Sr. Business AnalystCogent People Inc. is seeking a Sr. Business Analyst to lead requirements analysis and ensure traceability from user research through implementation and validation. This role is responsible for translating CMS policy, workflow, and operational needs into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria while supporting alignment across stakeholders and technical teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, communication, and requirements management experience in enterprise or regulated environments. This position may be contingent upon contract award.RequirementsWhat You'll DoLead requirements analysis across business, workflow, and operational areas.Translate CMS policy and operational needs into clear user stories and acceptance criteria.Ensure end-to-end traceability from requirements through implementation and validation.Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define and refine requirements.Support alignment between business needs and technical solutions.Facilitate clarification and refinement of requirements throughout the delivery lifecycle.Support testing and validation activities to ensure requirements are met.Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) and issue resolution as needed.Provide Tier 2 functional support, including workflow and data issue analysis.What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a related requirements-focused role.Experience translating business and policy requirements into user stories and acceptance criteria.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Experience supporting enterprise or regulated environments.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Experience supporting testing, validation, and delivery processes.What Will Set You ApartRelevant certificationsExperience supporting federal programsKnowledge of Agile and DevSecOpsExperience with CMS or healthcare environmentsWhy Cogent People Inc.?At Cogent People, we combine technical excellence with a mission-driven culture. Our teams work on meaningful, high-impact projects that support government and enterprise transformation initiatives.We offer:Competitive compensationCareer growth and professional development opportunitiesExposure to complex, mission-critical systemsA collaborative and supportive team environmentLong-term client engagements with stability and continuityWe are a Certified Great Place to Work, committed to building an inclusive and high-performance culture.BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (comprehensive coverage)401(k) with company matchCompany-paid life insuranceShort-term and long-term disability coveragePaid Time Off: 3 weeks annually + 10 paid holidaysEmployee assistance and wellness resources (as applicable)Compliance NoticeCogent People Inc. conducts employment verification for all candidates. Misrepresentation of work authorization, residency history, or professional experience will result in disqualification.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and evaluate all applicants based on qualifications, experience, and role requirements.We do not engage third-party recruiters for this role unless explicitly stated.