Senior Business Analyst - HCL Global Systems Inc.

Senior Business Analyst with a strong background in managing and supporting cloud migration projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in business analysis, with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering large-scale IT projects. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud technologies, project management, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Responsibilities: Lead the business analysis efforts for cloud migration projects, ensuring all business requirements are accurately captured and documented. Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into detailed business and technical requirements. Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including business requirements documents (BRD), functional specifications, and process flows. Conduct gap analysis to identify and address any discrepancies between current and desired states during the migration process. Facilitate meetings and workshops with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment on project goals and objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, development, and operations, to ensure successful project delivery. Assist in the creation of project plans, timelines, and budgets, and monitor project progress against these plans. Identify risks and issues related to the cloud migration project, and work with the project team to develop mitigation strategies. Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure the delivered solution meets the business requirements. Provide ongoing support and training to stakeholders to ensure smooth adoption and transition to the cloud environment. Stay current with the latest trends and best practices in cloud technologies and business analysis. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience. Minimum of 15 years of hands-on experience in business analysis, with a focus on IT projects. Proven experience in leading business analysis efforts for cloud migration projects, including planning, execution, and validation. Strong expertise in business analysis methodologies, tools, and best practices. Proficiency in cloud technologies, with experience in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong project management skills, with experience in creating and managing project plans, timelines, and budgets. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders and manage their expectations. Experience with process mapping and business process reengineering. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to facilitate meetings and workshops. Experience in conducting user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensuring successful project delivery. Preferred Skills: Certifications in relevant areas (e.g., CBAP, PMP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Familiarity with Agile development methodologies. Experience with project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, or similar. Knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and ITIL processes. Experience with data migration and integration projects.