Business Analyst II - Policy Center

Kforce Inc.

Lake Mary, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55–$60
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Atlassian JIRA, Bug Tracking Software, Business Analysis, Business Processes, Change Requests/Orders, Commercial Real Estate, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Guidewire, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Legal, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Programming Tools, Property Insurance, Quality Assurance, SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Specification, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Use Cases, User Experience Design (UXD), Web Browsers, Web Programming, Wireframes, Writing Skills, XML (EXtensible Markup Language)
LOCATION
Lake Mary, FL
POSTED
15 days ago
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Business Analyst II in Lake Mary, FL. Duties Include:
  • Work with major functional areas of the business to understand and document change requests submitted to the IT organization
  • Knowledgeable on integrations with internal and external applications; Research any dependencies and work on system design plan with solution architect and developers
  • Review and analyze how changes to the business process and/or business needs will impact technical requirements throughout the system and organization
  • Shepherd ideas through the System Development Life Cycle to ensure new business processes and system changes are documented, developed, tested, and promoted successfully
  • Create Software Requirements Specifications, use cases, technical requirements, wireframes, system flow diagrams, and other documentation for Guidewire configurations and custom software development projects
  • Clarify requirements prior to delivery of documentation to the Application Delivery team
  • Become an expert on Guidewire systems and our system implementations
  • Work with Operations team to triage production issues prior to development involvement
  • Be the liaison between functional leads, development teams and support teams
  • Support UAT (User Acceptance Testing) sessions as needed
  • Work with the QA team to ensure test cases are current, correct, and cover alternative paths for existing and new system functionality
  • Demonstrate expert knowledge on the Guidewire PolicyCenter system

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Thorough knowledge of agile methodologies
  • Skilled at writing detailed Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), use cases, and wireframes
  • Strong background using defect-ticketing software (such as Rally, JIRA, etc.) to document software defects for development teams
  • Experience working daily in cross-functional teams
  • Skilled at negotiating consensus among departments that request sometimes conflicting or inconsistent software requirements
  • Proficient using browser web development tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage time effectively and work on tasks with competing priority
  • Attention to detail and ability to multi-task
  • Strong analytical skills and a self-starter attitude required
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
  • Familiarity with HTML, XML, SOAP APIs, UX Design
  • Homeowners insurance knowledge is required, commercial property experience is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/