Business Analyst

Cayuse Holdings

Business Analyst supporting agile software development and business transformation initiatives. Engaging with end users and stakeholders to capture and manage software requirements.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $120,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identifies and analyzes business needs, conducts business & technical requirements gathering, defines scope and objectives through a variety of techniques such as work sessions and interviews.
Analyzes and documents complex business requirements and processes; communicates these requirements to appropriate parties (mainly the development team and the business owners).
Coordinates, facilitates, and leads meetings with clients to gather and document requirements, or explore potential solutions.
Participates in technical reviews and inspections to verify 'intent of change' is carried out through the entire project.
Creates complex test case scenarios to be used in testing; conducts/monitors/oversee/documents the testing of business applications to verify that all client requirements are incorporated into the system design.
Provides expertise on continuous process improvement strategies, organizational redesign, change management projects, and performance measures for basic business process engagements.
Facilitate regular progress meetings, and updates to varying departments.
Generate and deliver transition status updates to program management and client.
Use quantitative analysis methodology to perform data, cost and benefit, and/or process measurement analysis.
Research industry trends for application of process improvement techniques and best practices.
Partners with business process owners and management on strategic initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Technology, or a related field, with a strong foundation in IT principles and practices.
At least 2 years of proven experience in IT business analysis, including Networking-related projects.
Demonstrated expertise in documenting requirements, working under Agile processes and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA).
Secret Security Clearance, with the ability to obtain SCI access as required.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Minimum Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Exceptional analytical skills, with a track record of motivating teams to achieve excellence.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off

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Hard Skills & Tools

business analysisrequirements gatheringprocess improvementdata analysisAgiletest case creationnetworkingquantitative analysisdocumentationchange management

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsorganizational skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsmultitaskingadaptabilityself-motivationteam collaborationattention to detail

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceSecret Security Clearance