Junior Business Analyst

Job Summary:

Aptive Resources is seeking a Junior Business Analyst who can support a large Federal government program. This role will provide high quality software development analysis, requirements and project support. This is a junior-level, full-time position is located in Alexandria, VA. This position may also be remote.

• Collaborate and communicate with clients to identify and define software life cycle development scope, objectives, requirements and elaboration (people, process, and technology)
• Support the facilitation of requirements gathering sessions, documentation (Business Requirements Document (BRD)), tracking of requirements, and elaboration
• Ability to assist Project Manager, Business Analyst(s), and other support members in developing requirements gathering, and analysis
• Support Project Team with status reporting, scheduling, action, risk and dependency tracking, etc.
• Monitor, prioritize, and track software enhancement requests and statuses
• Plan, organize, and facilitate cross-functional meetings with business stakeholders and IT staff
• Capture and archive meeting/discussion notes, communication action items, and follow-up for completion

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in software development life cycle analysis, requirements, and project support
• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain strong relationships
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization, from executives to front-line clerical personnel
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively and independently
• Solid time management skills with ability to adapt as priorities change
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a consulting (“trusted advisor”) role
• Experience with Jira (or other project tracking systems)
• Previous requirement gathering sessions, and elaboration communications
• Ability to quickly learn, understand, and work with new emerging technologies, methodologies and solutions in the technology space
• Experience with Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM applications

Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We’re advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.

We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.