Business Analyst/Azure DevOps/Banking - Alstream Tech

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Process Analysis: Conduct comprehensive business process analysis to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement within banking operations and DevOps practices.
• Requirement Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather detailed business and technical requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain clear and detailed documentation, including Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs), user stories, and process flow diagrams.
• Azure DevOps Integration: Work closely with development and IT teams to integrate Azure DevOps tools and practices, facilitating continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.
• Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, gathering feedback, and ensuring buy-in for proposed solutions.
• Project Coordination: Coordinate and manage project tasks using Azure DevOps and other project management tools, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
• Data Analysis: Utilize SQL and other data analysis tools to extract, manipulate, and analyze data, providing actionable insights to inform decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements within banking operations and DevOps workflows to enhance efficiency, reduce risks, and ensure compliance.
• Workshop Facilitation: Lead workshops and meetings to drive consensus, gather requirements, and present solutions to stakeholders.
• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor risk management efforts to ensure ongoing project success.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to team members and stakeholders on new processes, tools, and best practices in banking operations and Azure DevOps.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in the banking industry.
• Proven experience with Azure DevOps, including continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in SQL and data analysis tools.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN) and other process visualization tools.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) or Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Experience with other DevOps tools and practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance in the banking industry.