Business Analyst

ValidaTek, Inc.

Business Analyst supporting mission-critical Defense Information Systems Agency programs and collaborating with stakeholders. Translating complex business needs into technical specifications for software development teams.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

business analysisrequirements analysisuser storiesacceptance criteriaworkflow developmentprocess mappingdata modelingrequirements documentationtraceability matricestesting support

Soft Skills

communicationfacilitationstakeholder engagementcollaborationcontinuous improvementproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingattention to detailadaptabilityleadership

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceDOORSAgile methodologiesrequirements management toolssprint planningbacklog groomingrequirements walkthroughschange control processestesting tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in BusinessBachelor’s degree in ITBachelor’s degree in EngineeringDoD Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

DISADoDsoftware development projectsbusiness processessystem capabilitiesAgile ceremoniesfunctional requirementstechnical requirementsstakeholder analysisrequirements validation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage with DISA stakeholders, end users, and mission owners to gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements
Translate requirements into user stories, acceptance criteria, and detailed specifications for software developers
Work closely with developers, testers, and system engineers to ensure clear understanding of requirements and business context
Conduct requirements walkthroughs, backlog grooming, and sprint planning sessions
Assist in developing workflows, process maps, and data models to support solution design
Validate delivered functionality against requirements through reviews, demonstrations, and testing support
Maintain and manage requirements documentation, traceability matrices, and change control processes
Support Agile ceremonies and help drive continuous improvement in requirements processes
Act as a subject matter expert on system capabilities and business processes within the DISA environment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Active DoD Secret Clearance (at minimum)
3–7+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, Requirements Analyst, or similar role supporting software development projects
Experience working on DoD or DISA programs strongly preferred
Strong understanding of Agile software development methodologies
Proven ability to translate business needs into technical requirements
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Proficiency with requirements management tools such as Jira, Confluence, DOORS, or similar.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities