Business Analyst

Job Type: Full TimeLocation: RemoteTravel: Possibly across USRequired Clearance: Ability to obtain Public TrustRequired Education: Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is preferredRequired Experience: 5 years of relevant experienceDegrees may be substituted for years of experience: 8 years of experience  
Description: 
PingWind is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Business Analyst to join Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s (AHRQ) Agile software development team. As a Business Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the acceptance criteria define the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products. Your responsibilities will include participating in Agile methodologies to elicit requirements, provide mock-ups/wireframes, identify blockers/risks, and ensure measurable success metrics and requirements for business and technology impacts
Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with Product Owners and Scrum Teams to refine and prioritize the product backlog• Work closely with developers and testers to ensure user stories are well-defined and acceptance criteria are met• Lead User Centered Design (UCD) sessions with stakeholders, gathering the requirements to develop wireframes, screen flows, navigation, taxonomy, and prototypes• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders• Develop process models, workflow diagrams, and data analysis reports• Conduct gap analysis and recommend improvements to business processes• Facilitate Agile ceremonies as needed, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews• Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with business goals• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and presentations for stakeholders• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations (i.e., 508, FedRAMP, HIPAA)• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and quality software releases
Qualifications:
Preferred Skills and Experience:• Capable of quickly learning and understanding the client's business goals, cycles, and processes• Tech savvy and able to quickly gain expertise on new systems to guide the customer on how to serve their business needs• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Ability to analyze issues and resolve problems quickly• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment• CSM or Agile experience preferred• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
• Eleven Paid Federal Holidays• Paid Time Off starting at 5 hours per pay period (120 hours per year)• Paid Parental Leave• Three Medical Plans, PPO Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401k with generous employer match• 529 College Savings Plan• Continuing education assistance• Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance/AD&D• Flexible Spending Accounts• Health and Wellness benefits including Calm Health app subscription and Wellhub gym membership subsidy• Voluntary insurance plans including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life/AD&D, and Pet Insurance
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.