Business Data Analyst

• Position: Business/Data Analyst • Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid) • Duration: 10 months contract About the Role:Client is seeking an experienced Systems Analyst 3 to support applications and software development initiatives. The role focuses on analyzing business and data requirements, improving processes, and translating complex needs into actionable system requirements. Key Responsibilities: • Analyze business objectives, processes, and data workflows to identify gaps and opportunities. • Document business requirements, user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria. • Create and maintain data dictionaries, business requirement documents, and data mapping specifications. • Design and present data models, dashboards, and reports to communicate insights. • Facilitate workshops, interviews, and meetings with stakeholders to gather requirements. • Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, developers, and QA teams. Required Qualifications: • 8+ years of experience as a Business/Data Analyst in IT. • Strong experience in requirement gathering and documentation. • Skilled in writing epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria. • Hands-on experience designing and optimizing data workflows. • Proficiency in creating visual data models and dashboards. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Experience with SNAP, Medicaid, and TANF eligibility rules. • Knowledge of integrated eligibility case management systems. • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Job Type: Contract Pay: $70.00 - $78.00 per hour Education: • Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: • Business Data Analysis: 8 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person