Business Systems Analyst III

Business Systems Analyst

Location: Washington, DC (Opportunity for Hybrid in the future)

Duration: 6 Month Contract to Hire (5 years left on contract)

100% onsite Possible HYBRID schedule afterwards MAX 3 days onsite

MUST HAVES:

• Authorized to work in the US| Bachelor's Degree & 1+ years of experience OR 5+ years overall
• Experience with SQL queries for backend testing/ability to work with testing teams
• Ability to engage with higher level personnel

Must get DoJ Public Trust prior to starting-- Heavy Financial and Criminal Background Check (8-12 week process)

The ideal candidate should be proficient in understanding the Software Development Lifecycle and the supporting software necessary to perform change management. In this role, you will utilize your expertise in the area of technical requirement gathering and analysis. The ideal candidate will support our clients, providing strategic guidance in support of new applications or the enhancement of existing applications to facilitate the implementation of solutions using standard methods, best practices, techniques, and tools applicable to requirements analysis. The candidate will analyze client requirements and assist with developing recommendations for system solutions through development, system improvements, and operational optimizations. Assignments range in complexity from basic analysis and problem solving to developing recommendations for complete business solutions or technical applications.

• Duties and Responsibilities: Investigates, analyzes and resolves routine and advanced problems in selected functional areas.
• Assess gathers and evaluates client application requirements.
• Performs benchmark needs analysis and requirements definitions in selected functional areas.
• Analyzes, designs, develops, implements, and maintains a variety of client environments or solutions.
• With supervision from more senior analysts and managers, handle portions of larger projects, including data development, analysis, first draft written communications and client interaction.
• Begins to develop depth in one area of specialization (e.g., solutions specialization, architectural design, etc.).
• Coordinates work with developers, testers, operations, engineers, and clients, as required.
• Writes technical documentation completes portions of analysis sheets (requirements gathering), prepares packaged presentations, and conducts application demonstrations.
• Supports clients by designing, customizing, delivering solutions, training, and giving technical presentations.
• Suggests components for the basic system integration of products and services in selected functional areas.
• Writes specification documents for solutions and enhancements to applications or systems within the program.
• Suggests changes to database design that support the proposed solution.
• Performs database queries to troubleshoot problems.

• Required Qualifications: 1 year of experience plus a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or other related scientific or technical discipline. With 5 years of specialized experience, no degree is required.
• Capability to develop SQL to support testing analysis activities, including back end database testing.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate, and triage technical issues across teams
• Ability to conduct test risk/ system impact analysis
• Ability to thoroughly identify, document, and track defects
• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and excel in a fast-paced, on-time deliverable environment
• Can Do - Professional Attitude and be a TEAM player
• Oral Communication - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups. Listens effectively and clarifies information as needed. Speaks in a clear, concise, and organized manner that is appropriate to the audience. Facilitates an open exchange of ideas to ensure all group input is considered. Handles technical, sensitive, or controversial topics with agility, involving executives/managers as appropriate.
• Written Communication Clearly articulates the customer's requirements and proposed solutions in writing. Writes technical documentation in a detailed, clear, and organized fashion for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Desired Qualifications: Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or similar certification is strongly preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Hands on experience Data Studio is ideal.
• Experience in software testing, creation, and implementation

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.