Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
Senior Functional Analyst
Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG), Annapolis, Maryland, United States, 21403
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Syms Strategic Group (SSG)
is seeking a talented
Senior Functional Analyst
Location:
Remote
Department:
Veterans Affairs
Type:
Full Time
Min. Experience:
Experienced
Security Clearance Level:
Public Trust (MBI)
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities
Lead the capture of business requirements for software development teams
Collaborate with business users, IT, and leadership to elaborate and document requirements in an ALM tool
Manage requirements in an ALM tool and perform Agile requirement management activities for a product team
Analyze user needs to determine functional, cross‑functional, and technical requirements
Conduct user interviews, facilitate sessions, and develop business process models and formal specifications
Gather and document business, functional, technical, and non‑technical requirements with customers, stakeholders, and contractors
Elaborate user stories, decompose stories into backlog items, and determine acceptance criteria
Use an ALM tool (JIRA) for requirements, testing, and defect management to create and manage epics, sub‑epics, and user stories
Track and monitor system and business requirements, validate them, and conduct backlog refinement sessions
Coordinate with Systems Engineers to assess technical solution impact
Manage and coordinate requirements for various projects and deliver project documents to the client
Identify and manage risks and issues impacting project progress and outcomes
Develop and maintain the scheduled project/product backlog(s)
Own and manage requirements change control and develop change requests per established policies
Facilitate configuration management for project‑related artifacts and track traceability among requirements, test cases, and risks
Collect, analyze, and report key program and product team execution status and metrics using SAFe
Lead and mentor junior analysts, establish strong relationships with product and business owners, and support development teams in understanding requirements detail
Follow Agile methodology (Scrum) and deliver requirements/specifications for sprint teams, remove impediments, and provide qualitative and quantitative information to stakeholders
Support change‑control processes for monitoring and controlling project scope
Qualifications & Experience
Strong background in software development and Agile/Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical topics to diverse audiences
Excellent attention to detail, customer service skills, and problem‑solving abilities
Experience conducting independent research to support resolution of complex questions
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel
Excellent analytical skills with the integration of information from multiple sources
Expertise with JIRA tools and large, Agile software development or data integration projects
Past experience working in an Agile environment and familiarity with VA’s Veterans Independence Program (VIP)
VA SQA Testing experience and knowledge of healthcare billing and claims processing application requirements
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) preferred
Experience working for a Federal Health Agency (VA, DHA, HHS, etc.) preferred
7+ years of professional experience (10 years preferred)
Master’s degree in Engineering or a related scientific or technical discipline
Professional Certifications & Desired Experience
None required
Desired experience working in an Agile environment, knowledge of VA’s VIP, VA SQA testing, and healthcare billing and claims processing application knowledge
Formal Education Master’s degree in Engineering or a related scientific or technical discipline
Citizenship & Security Clearance Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance
Candidates from CA, CO, NJ, IL, OH, WA, OR, or NY will not be considered for this 100% U.S. based remote position
Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.
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Syms Strategic Group (SSG)
is seeking a talented
Senior Functional Analyst
Location:
Remote
Department:
Veterans Affairs
Type:
Full Time
Min. Experience:
Experienced
Security Clearance Level:
Public Trust (MBI)
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities
Lead the capture of business requirements for software development teams
Collaborate with business users, IT, and leadership to elaborate and document requirements in an ALM tool
Manage requirements in an ALM tool and perform Agile requirement management activities for a product team
Analyze user needs to determine functional, cross‑functional, and technical requirements
Conduct user interviews, facilitate sessions, and develop business process models and formal specifications
Gather and document business, functional, technical, and non‑technical requirements with customers, stakeholders, and contractors
Elaborate user stories, decompose stories into backlog items, and determine acceptance criteria
Use an ALM tool (JIRA) for requirements, testing, and defect management to create and manage epics, sub‑epics, and user stories
Track and monitor system and business requirements, validate them, and conduct backlog refinement sessions
Coordinate with Systems Engineers to assess technical solution impact
Manage and coordinate requirements for various projects and deliver project documents to the client
Identify and manage risks and issues impacting project progress and outcomes
Develop and maintain the scheduled project/product backlog(s)
Own and manage requirements change control and develop change requests per established policies
Facilitate configuration management for project‑related artifacts and track traceability among requirements, test cases, and risks
Collect, analyze, and report key program and product team execution status and metrics using SAFe
Lead and mentor junior analysts, establish strong relationships with product and business owners, and support development teams in understanding requirements detail
Follow Agile methodology (Scrum) and deliver requirements/specifications for sprint teams, remove impediments, and provide qualitative and quantitative information to stakeholders
Support change‑control processes for monitoring and controlling project scope
Qualifications & Experience
Strong background in software development and Agile/Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical topics to diverse audiences
Excellent attention to detail, customer service skills, and problem‑solving abilities
Experience conducting independent research to support resolution of complex questions
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel
Excellent analytical skills with the integration of information from multiple sources
Expertise with JIRA tools and large, Agile software development or data integration projects
Past experience working in an Agile environment and familiarity with VA’s Veterans Independence Program (VIP)
VA SQA Testing experience and knowledge of healthcare billing and claims processing application requirements
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) preferred
Experience working for a Federal Health Agency (VA, DHA, HHS, etc.) preferred
7+ years of professional experience (10 years preferred)
Master’s degree in Engineering or a related scientific or technical discipline
Professional Certifications & Desired Experience
None required
Desired experience working in an Agile environment, knowledge of VA’s VIP, VA SQA testing, and healthcare billing and claims processing application knowledge
Formal Education Master’s degree in Engineering or a related scientific or technical discipline
Citizenship & Security Clearance Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance
Candidates from CA, CO, NJ, IL, OH, WA, OR, or NY will not be considered for this 100% U.S. based remote position
Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.
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