Lead Business Analyst (BA)
Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Network Engineering
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The Lead Business Analyst (BA) plays an integral role in supporting mission-critical systems and projects by bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. In this full-time position, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of requirements documentation, business process analysis, and project planning for the WIC MIS system. Collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, the Lead Business Analyst (BA) guides a team to ensure that system enhancements and documentation meet federal, state, and program requirements. This position requires a strong background in project management methodologies, business analysis, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
Based in Austin, TX, the Lead Business Analyst (BA) works onsite under the general direction of the WIC Technology Administration Director. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital public health initiative, leveraging your expertise to enhance the performance, security, and compliance of enterprise systems. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding position where your analytical skills and leadership will make a direct impact, consider applying for the Lead Business Analyst (BA) role in Austin, TX.
Lead Business Analyst (BA) - Summary- Lead and manage the requirements documentation process for the WIC MIS system.
- Coordinate day-to-day activities of assigned staff, ensuring alignment with project goals and milestones.
- Utilize project management methodologies to deliver comprehensive business and gap analysis, supporting compliance and system enhancement initiatives.
- Collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to identify, document, and prioritize system requirements.
- Develop, manage, and implement a project plan for the WIC MIS requirements documentation process, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Coordinate all project activities, including reviewing current MIS functionality, translating business needs into system requirements, and conducting gap analyses against federal, state, and program standards.
- Oversee the creation and maintenance of accurate, detailed system requirement documentation, ensuring effective communication with leadership and stakeholders.
- Provide ongoing support, direction, and guidance to team members, fostering expertise in the assigned applications and ensuring consistency in requirements development.
- Lead efforts to obtain stakeholder sign-off on requirements and priorities, facilitating consensus and alignment across diverse teams.
- Monitor project progress, proactively identify and escalate issues or risks, and provide regular status reports to leadership.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the WIC Technology Administration.
- Competitive hourly compensation with the potential for contract extension.
- Opportunity to work on impactful public health technology initiatives in Austin, TX.
- Professional growth and development through collaboration with industry experts and stakeholders.
- Work in a supportive environment committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Lead BA, or in a related role.
- Must possess Archer Certified Professional (ACP) or Level 3 Archer Certified Administrator Expert Certification.
- Experience supporting large enterprise or government GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) implementations is preferred.
- Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC, or regulatory compliance programs is highly desirable.
- Experience integrating Archer with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical and business processes, conduct gap analyses, and develop comprehensive documentation.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record as a Lead Business Analyst (BA) in enterprise or government environments.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to facilitate collaboration between diverse teams.
- Detail-oriented and organized, capable of producing clear and accurate documentation.
- Proactive and solutions-focused approach to identifying and resolving project challenges.
- Comfortable working under limited supervision with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
- Committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
- This is a full-time onsite position based in Austin, TX, offering the chance to work closely with a dedicated team on public health initiatives.
- Austin is known for its vibrant technology sector, fostering innovation and professional growth opportunities.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are a driven Business Analyst looking to make a meaningful impact in public health technology and meet the listed qualifications, apply today by clicking the application button and take the next step in your career as a Lead Business Analyst (BA) in Austin, TX.