Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Cloud Business Analyst to bridge business requirements and cloud technology solutions. The ideal candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, architects, cloud engineering teams, and program managers to analyze business processes, gather requirements, define cloud transformation roadmaps, and support successful delivery of cloud initiatives. The role requires a strong understanding of cloud platforms, business analysis methodologies, and digital transformation programs.
Key Responsibilities
* Gather, analyze, and document business, functional, and non-functional requirements for cloud transformation initiatives.
* Work with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for cloud adoption, modernization, automation, and optimization.
* Translate business requirements into detailed user stories, process flows, and functional specifications.
* Facilitate workshops, requirement-gathering sessions, and stakeholder discussions.
* Collaborate with Cloud Architects, Solution Designers, DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams.
* Support migration assessments, application rationalization, and cloud readiness evaluations.
* Perform gap analysis between current-state and target-state cloud solutions.
* Assist in defining cloud operating models, governance frameworks, and business processes.
* Support Agile ceremonies including backlog grooming, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
* Track requirements throughout the project lifecycle and ensure traceability.
* Prepare business cases, presentations, process maps, and executive reports.
* Assist with UAT planning, test scenario development, and business validation activities.
Required Skills
Business Analysis
* Requirement gathering and elicitation
* Business Process Modelling (BPMN)
* Functional and Non-Functional Requirements
* User Story Development
* Process Mapping and Gap Analysis
* Stakeholder Management
* Agile Scrum Methodologies
* JIRA, Azure DevOps, Confluence
Cloud Knowledge
* Understanding of Cloud Computing concepts
* Cloud Migration and Modernization
* Infrastructure, Platform, and Software as a Service (IaaSPaaSSaaS)
* Hybrid and Multi-Cloud environments
* Cloud Security and Governance fundamentals
* FinOps and Cloud Cost Optimization awareness
Cloud Platforms
Knowledge of at least one:
* Microsoft Azure
* Amazon Web Services (AWS)
* Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
Data & Reporting
* SQL fundamentals
* Data Analysis and Reporting
* Power BI or Tableau (Preferred)
* Microsoft Excel Advanced Skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in Cloud Transformation Programs.
* Experience working with Global Delivery Teams.
* Knowledge of Cloud Migration Assessment tools.
* Exposure to DevOps, CICD, Containers, and Kubernetes concepts.
* Understanding of Enterprise Architecture frameworks.
* Experience in Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Retail, or BFSI domains.
Certifications (Preferred)
* Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
* PMI-PBA
* Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
* AWS Cloud Practitioner
* Google Cloud Digital Leader
* AgileScrum Certification
Key Competencies
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Stakeholder management
* Requirement elicitation and documentation expertise
* Business process improvement mindset
* Collaborative and consultative approach
Nice to Have
* Cloud FinOps exposure
* AI GenAI business use case analysis
* Data Migration projects
* Enterprise Integration knowledge
* ServiceNow, Salesforce, SAP Cloud exposure
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