Business Analyst
CGI · United States
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- Full-time
- $148,000 / year
- United States
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Business Analyst
CGI · United States
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Job highlights
- Analyze ERP system needs for government agency.
- Gather requirements, create business cases, and test solutions.
- Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders.
- Utilize Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA.
- Mentor junior resources and ensure quality delivery.
About the role
About the Role
CGI is seeking an enthusiastic, creative senior business analyst to join a high-performing Agile team supporting the implementation and extension of a modern ERP system for a large government agency. The ERP platform is already a modern, cloud-based solution, and all development activities are focused on enhancing, integrating, and extending its capabilities. Our team leverages a modern development stack and various technologies to configure, develop, and deploy solutions within the ERP ecosystem. You will have the opportunity to help drive innovation and further transform an already modern ERP platform. Grow your leadership and consulting skills with in-demand technologies in a fast-paced environment as part of an exciting, collaborative team that delivers high-quality solutions alongside a committed client.
The ideal candidate for this position is a problem solver. This role supports one or more analytical aspects of the ERP implementation and extension lifecycle within a defined functional scope. It requires sound judgment and collaboration with stakeholders, including business users and technical teams.
Your Future Duties and Responsibilities
- Gather project specifications, create business cases and cost sheet analysis, translate high-level business needs into detailed requirements for new capabilities and change request/enhancements on existing capabilities.
- Analyze data to determine business problems, trends, or opportunities for process improvements.
- Create/execute test cases, Provide root cause analysis and corrective action plans, Verify delivery of customer needs and ensure quality delivery.
- Build organizational and platform knowledge in one or more disciplines to advance professional track career. Uses functional and organizational knowledge to mentor junior resources.
- Requires thorough understanding of end systems impact of changes across multiple systems.
- Work with customers, Software Engineers, Architects, and other team members to capture capability needs and drive quality business solutions.
- Create and maintain deliverables such as business vision, requirements and personalization to different clients, and user interface design.
- Build business cases and results measurement programs and prepare briefings for senior leadership.
- Participate in the full software development life cycle by actively participating in Agile scrum teams in various roles, including, but not limited to, Scrum Master, Business Technical Analyst, User Interface designer, Capability Manager, or Tester, based upon experience and need.
- Support various aspects of requirements testing (e.g. testing plan, scenarios, documentation, defect management) to ensure minimal production defects are realized and completing analysis of the results tying back to customer impacts.
- Ensure compliance with required standards and all necessary approvals have been obtained throughout the project lifecycle.
- Effectively communicate with team members, customers, partners and management, including assisting with or conducting requirement walkthroughs and sprint reviews, reporting project status.
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
- 7 years’ work experience as a business analyst on a software-focused team.
- Knowledge of SDLC, Agile.
- Functional analysis and strong writing skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment under tight timelines.
- Ability to multi-task and support multiple projects at once.
- Experience working with JIRA and Confluence.
Key skills/competency
- Business Analysis
- Agile Methodologies
- ERP Systems
- Requirements Gathering
- SDLC
- Stakeholder Management
- JIRA
- Confluence
- Problem Solving
- Communication
Skills & topics
- Business Analyst
- Senior Business Analyst
- Agile
- ERP
- SDLC
- Requirements Gathering
- JIRA
- Confluence
- Government Agency
- IT Consulting
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 7+ years of business analysis experience, focusing on software projects, SDLC, and Agile. Emphasize JIRA and Confluence proficiency.
- Showcase analytical skills: Prepare examples of gathering requirements, creating business cases, and conducting root cause analysis for ERP systems.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Be ready to discuss how you've worked with diverse teams (users, engineers, architects) to deliver solutions.
- Highlight Agile experience: Detail your involvement in Agile scrum teams, including any Scrum Master or Business Technical Analyst roles.
- Communicate effectively: Practice articulating complex requirements and project status clearly, as strong communication is essential.
Technical preparation
Master ERP system concepts and functionalities.,Practice writing detailed functional requirements.,Familiarize yourself with JIRA and Confluence.,Understand SDLC and Agile principles deeply.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex business problem you solved.,How do you handle conflicting stakeholder needs?,Share an experience mentoring a junior colleague.,How do you ensure quality in your deliverables?
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Frequently asked questions
- What does a Senior Business Analyst do at CGI?
- As a Senior Business Analyst at CGI, you will support the implementation and extension of a modern ERP system. Your responsibilities include gathering project specifications, creating business cases, translating business needs into detailed requirements, analyzing data for improvements, creating and executing test cases, performing root cause analysis, and ensuring quality delivery. You'll also mentor junior resources and collaborate with various stakeholders.
- What are the key qualifications for the Senior Business Analyst role at CGI?
- The key qualifications include 7 years of work experience as a business analyst on a software-focused team, knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies, strong functional analysis and writing skills, excellent communication abilities, the capacity to work effectively under tight timelines, and experience with JIRA and Confluence.
- What technologies or platforms will I work with as a Senior Business Analyst at CGI?
- You will be working with a modern, cloud-based ERP system. While specific platform details aren't listed, the role emphasizes working with modern development stacks and various technologies to configure, develop, and deploy solutions within the ERP ecosystem. Experience with JIRA and Confluence is also required.
- How does CGI support career growth for a Senior Business Analyst?
- CGI encourages career growth by offering opportunities to build organizational and platform knowledge in specific disciplines. You'll have the chance to advance your professional track, grow leadership and consulting skills with in-demand technologies, and mentor junior resources. The company also provides learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
- What is the application deadline for the Senior Business Analyst position at CGI?
- CGI anticipates accepting applications for this position through July 3, 2026.
- Can I apply for the Senior Business Analyst role if I need an accommodation?
- Yes, CGI provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., you should email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com and reference the Position ID.
- What is the typical salary range for a Senior Business Analyst at CGI?
- The reasonable estimate for the salary range for this role in the U.S. is $70,800.00 - $148,600.00 annually. CGI typically does not hire near the top of the range, as compensation is based on various factors including skill set, experience, and other qualifications.
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