Business Analyst

M9 Solutions , Washington, DC

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Business Analyst to work hybrid remote/on-site on a government contract for a client located in Washington, DC. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and understand business needs and translate them into the governance artifacts and product backlog items.
• Assist the product manager in prioritizing product backlog items.
• Assist the product team in performing estimation and complexity assessments of product backlog items.
• Assist the product manager in the creation and management of product roadmaps.
• Assist the product team in generating and managing artifacts and knowledge bases.
• Assist the product team in body of evidence (BOE) generation and submission.
• Assist the product team in test planning and management.
• Facilitate and refine product team level ceremonies (e.g., stand-up, sprint planning).
• Identify, map, and track dependencies internal and external to the product team.
• Manage risks and dependencies effectively in a software development context.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient product development and delivery.
• Utilize product management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and M365 to accomplish daily duties and facilitate efficient product management.
• Analyze team and product performance through data driven insights.
• Organize and facilitate team, customer, and stakeholder meetings through the delivery of innovative, desirable, and mission critical software products.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Ability to be on-site 60% of the time at a SCIF located in Washington, DC.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience; master's degree with 2 - 4+ years of experience, or bachelor's degree with 4 - 6+ years of experience.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• General understanding of popular backend and frontend technologies.
• 2 - 4+ years of experience in agile software product delivery or in direct support of a software development team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency/experience working in Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Familiarity with Cloud environments, particularly AWS.
• Experience with Confluence, Jira, and the Microsoft 365 (M365) suite.
• Experience in backlog management, including Epic, Feature, User Story development, and refinement.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and build strong relationships with team members.
• Experience in analyzing and synthesizing data.
• Interest in Data Science topics and methodology.
• Skills:
  • AWS Cost Management
  • Agile Product Management
  • Agile Scrum
  • Agile Software Development
  • AgilePM/SAFe
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Atlassian Confluence Management
  • Change and Risk Management
  • Dependency Management
  • Jira
  • Product Management
  • Product Road Mapping
  • Product Roadmap Management
  • Product Backlog Management
  • Requirements Gathering or Elicitation
  • Sprint Backlog Management
  • Technical Data Analysis
  • User Research Reporting
  • Project Management
  • Technical Documentation
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • Business Enterprise Architecture
  • Agile Scrum
  • Dependency Management
  • Change and Risk Management
  • System Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Software Development Lifecycle
  • Alternatives of Analysis (AoA)
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Effective Team Communication

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Familiarity and experience with Government risk management frameworks (RMF) and cyber security authorization processes.
• Familiarity and experience with Microsoft technologies (M365, Power Platform).
• Master's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity and experience operating within the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Strong track record of successfully supporting the delivery of valuable software products.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Knowledge of user research methodologies and the ability to derive actionable insights.
• Proficiency in additional project management and collaboration tools.
• A passion for staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience.
• Cloud budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Relevant certifications.

Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
• M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits

Salary Range

$60,000 - $180,000 USD

M9 Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled.

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. M9 is subject to Executive Order 11246, which requires government contractors to take affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of their employment. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to hr@m9solutions.com . Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact M9's Human Resources Department at hr@m9solutions.com or at 703-936-0880.

With 14+ years of proven delivery and steady growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diversity in driving the vision of the company.

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