Beacon Systems, Inc, delivers Program Management, Science, Engineering, and Technology Solutions to Federal, Commercial State, and Local Agencies. We are a subsidiary of Radiant Digital Services. We have a vast portfolio of clients across the country. Our Technology support to many DoD Agencies, NASA, Voice of America, FDA, and State Agencies such as State of FL, RI, MS, ND, VA, and WV extends our delivery of solutions worldwide.
Job Title: Junior Business Analyst
Location: Richmond, VA 23219 - onsite at least three days per week
Duration: 3 months (Possibility of extension)
Position Summary
The IT Business Analyst II supports VDH technology initiatives by gathering requirements, mapping processes, documenting workflows, and coordinating with business and technical teams. This role ensures clear communication, accurate documentation, and smooth execution of IT projects. Candidates should be analytical, organized, and comfortable working in a dynamic, multi‑team environment.
Responsibilities:
1. Business Analysis & Requirements
• Gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements.
• Facilitate requirement‑gathering meetings and workshops.
• Write user stories, acceptance criteria, and backlog items.
• Support requirement prioritization and refinement with product owners and technical leads.
2. Process Mapping & Documentation
• Create and update process flows in Visio.
• Document current‑state and future‑state workflows.
• Produce clear SOPs, reference guides, and operational documentation.
• Support standardization and process‑improvement efforts.
3. Project & Operational Support
• Track tasks, deliverables, and dependencies in portfolio tools.
• Document meeting notes, decisions, and action items.
• Assist with testing activities and UAT coordination.
• Support change management, communications, and training materials.
• Maintain dashboards and reports for leadership.
4. Stakeholder Communication
• Coordinate between business partners, IT teams, and leadership.
• Communicate requirements, decisions, and project updates clearly.
Other Duties (as needed)
• Assist with onboarding/offboarding for project resources.
• Support procurement documentation and technical input.
• Gather and validate data for reporting or decision‑making.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
• Experience with requirements gathering and documentation.
• Proficiency with Visio, Excel, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with workflow or project tools like ServiceNow or Azure DevOps.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with process mapping or IT project support.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in IT or public health environments.
• Strong skills in ServiceNow, SharePoint, Azure DevOps, or Power BI.
• Knowledge of SDLC or Agile practices.
Competencies
• Attention to detail
• Accountability and follow‑through
• Analytical problem‑solving
• Ability to learn tools quickly
• Clear, professional communication
• Adaptability
Working Conditions
• Hybrid role; onsite at least three days per week, with occasional increased onsite needs.
• Fast‑paced, multi‑team environment.
• Periodic deadlines requiring flexibility.
Compensation for roles at Beacon Systems Inc depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, BeaconGov provides reasonable range of compensation for this role.
Beacon Systems is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our commitment to being an equal-opportunity employer extends across all aspects of employment, from recruitment and hiring to promotions and benefits. We firmly believe in treating all employees and applicants fairly, based on their qualifications, skills, and performance.
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