Business Systems Analyst - Level III

PlanIT Group

Reston, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Apache Kafka, Application Programming Interface (API), Backlog Prioritization, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Solutions, Change Management, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Government, IT Service Management (ITSM), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Inventory Management, Leadership, Network Debugging, Oracle Database, Organizational Skills, Position of Public Trust, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Management, Quality Assurance, Requirements Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sales Management, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, ServiceNow, Software Development, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), System Validation, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scenario, Testing, United States Citizen, User Documentation, Warehousing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Reston, VA
POSTED
1 day ago
Business Systems Analyst - Level III - Location is remote

Proficient in the following qualifications:
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management and Inventory Management Systems
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum processes and management tools (preferably VersionOne) and IT Service Management Systems (preferably ServiceNow)
• Strong facilitation skills to effectively lead discussion across multiple groups
• Effective liaison between business and technical teams

Strong SQL skills for validating data, building test scenarios, and supporting defect analysis.
•Familiarity with Apache Kafka—understanding of message flows, schemas, and how data moves between systems.
•Experience validating API behavior, request/response structures, and integration rules.
•Ability to decompose complex processes into clear business logic, workflows, and testable requirements.
•Working knowledge of Oracle databases, including how to trace data transformations and troubleshoot issues with developers.
•Ability to interpret logs, understand data mappings, and work with developers/architects to shape technical solutions.

Delivery & Process Skills
•Strong background in Agile/Scrum environments, including backlog refinement, writing stories, creating test cases, and participating in sprint ceremonies.
•Hands-on experience with project/work management tools, preferably VersionOne.
•Understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM)—incident, problem, change management (ServiceNow preferred).
•Ability to manage UAT and CAT testing sessions, including scenario development, user coordination, and tracking defects.
•Experience creating process documentation, user guides, SOPs, and support workflows.

Cross-Team Facilitation
•Strong facilitation skills to lead discussions across multiple groups—business, developers, QA, vendors, and architects.
•Ability to serve as the liaison between business and technical teams, ensuring clarity of requirements and consistent communication.
•Skilled in running working sessions, gathering requirements, conducting impact assessments, and helping teams reach alignment.
•Comfortable escalating blockers and driving issues to closure across vendors and internal US Government Client teams.

Soft Skills
•Clear and concise communication, including the ability to break down complex topics for non-technical audiences.
•Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, priorities, and timelines.
•Detail-oriented, especially in documenting requirements, analyzing defects, and validating system behavior.
•Proactive problem-solver, able to trace issues across interacting systems and propose logical paths to resolution.
•Collaborative and team-oriented, comfortable working with large enterprise teams and cross-functional stakeholders.

Additional Required Skills/Experience:
• Minimum of 10-12 years' experience, in technology or software development preferred.
o A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field then four additional years of related experience is required.
o Typically performs all functional duties independently.
o Note: Special credentials (licenses and/or certifications) may be required at the Task Order level on a case-specific basis.

Additional Provisions:
• Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• Once candidate's resume is approved and interview passed, the agency is responsible for providing drug screening. Failure to submit the drug screening results will delay the security clearance process.
• If a candidate is given an interim clearance, continuation of employment is then based on the candidate receiving a sensitive clearance.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen, or have permanent residence status (Green Card) or H1B
• Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
• All overtime must be pre-approved in writing by the client manager or his/her designated representative.
• Agency will not be reimbursed for overtime charges without previous written authorization. Authorized overtime will be reimbursed at straight time.
• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e. collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women.

About the Company

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PlanIT Group

PLANIT Group is a fast-growing global technology consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to our clients that drive results. We collaborate with our partners and customers to help them improve performance, efficiency, and quality. Our team delivers innovative solutions and services - including management consulting, systems integration, ERP solutions, enterprise architecture, communications, and infrastructure services. We focus on delivering value and driving increased productivity and efficiencies for our clients’ mission. Our extensive experience in the Federal, Defense, Intelligence, State, Local, Healthcare and Commercial industries delivers proven results and accelerated benefits.

Clients engage PLANIT for our expertise, innovative approach, and our exceptional team. We promote a creative, client-centric work environment and culture, striving to provide challenging and rewarding opportunities for our company’s employees and partners. Integrity and innovation are the core principles of our company philosophy. Our customers engage us to create solutions to complex mission challenges, and PLANIT delivers. For more information, visit http://www.planitgroup.com/. Innovation. Integration. Integrity.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Government and Military
WEBSITE
https://www.planitgroup.com/