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About Beacon Systems, Inc
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.
Position: Business Analyst
Duration: 6 -Months Approx
Location : Austin - TX
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Business Analyst 3 to support complex systems analysis, requirements development, business process mapping, and solution planning. This position requires a senior-level professional capable of working independently, exercising judgment, and serving as a key liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams.
· The Business Analyst will evaluate business systems, identify improvement opportunities, support software development lifecycle activities, conduct testing efforts, prepare business documentation, and ensure solutions align with organizational goals and strategies.
Key Responsibilities
· Review, analyze, and evaluate business systems and user needs.
· Perform business process reengineering and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
· Conduct business process mapping and apply industry-standard analysis methodologies.
· Document detailed business requirements, user needs, and functional specifications.
· Prepare solution options, risk assessments, and financial analysis (ROI, cost/benefit, buy/build recommendations).
· Participate in software development reviews and collaborate with IT teams (Architecture, Delivery, Application Sustain).
· Serve as a liaison between Business units and IT organizations.
· Conduct/participate in unit testing, system testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
· Support project planning activities and contribute to project management tasks.
· Analyze raw data for insights and support data-driven decision-making.
· Provide clear and effective communication to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Plan and organize workload to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments effectively.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Years | Required/Preferred | Skill |
8 | Required | Reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating business systems and user needs |
8 | Required | Strong knowledge of BA competencies, tasks, and methodologies |
8 | Required | Experience participating in SDLC reviews, supporting analysis, design, and testing |
8 | Required | Unit testing, system testing, and UAT participation |
8 | Required | Strong planning & organizational skills for multiple assignments |
8 | Required | In-depth knowledge of SDLC methodologies |
8 | Required | Excellent verbal and written communication skills with business & IT stakeholders |
8 | Preferred | Experience implementing case management systems |