Business Analyst 1758

Austin, TX

Sistema Technologies is a Texas-based IT staffing and IT delivery firm that has proudly served Texas state and local government agencies since 2002. As one of the top 10 Texas DIR ITSAC vendors, we specialize in providing highly qualified IT professionals and comprehensive, full-lifecycle technology delivery services. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, while making our consultants our highest priority by supporting their professional growth, career success, and overall well-being.
Sistema is looking for a Business Analyst with our government client based in Austin, TX for a 6 month position.

***This position requires onsite work at our client’s site in Austin, TX.***
***Candidates local to Austin or willing to relocate are encouraged to apply. ***
Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business systems and user needs. Formulates systems to parallel overall business strategies. Experienced with business process reengineering and identifying new applications of technology to business problems to make business more effective. Familiar with industry standard business process mapping, and reengineering. Prepares solution options, risk identification, and financial analyses such as cost/benefit, ROI, buy/build, etc. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer programs.

The division is requesting to retain this Business Analyst. They will continue to work on TxEVER and exceptional items to ensure continuity of business operations. The contractor will support front line business operations across multiple areas within VSS. VSS collects, registers, and amends vital records for legal and administrative purposes, and uses vital records data for mission critical public health purposes. In order to respond to the increased demand for Vital Records through the Texas Electronic Vital Events Registrar (TxEVER) System and continuity of exceptional items. VSS is requesting approval for this current VSS Business Analyst contractor

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Actual Years Experience	Years Experience Needed	Required/ Preferred	Skills/Experience
	10	Required	Experience leading technical projects or programs in data, analytics, and cloud environments.
	10	Required	Experience leading data architecture, data modeling, and data warehousing initiatives from planning through delivery.
	10	Required	Proven ability to manage business intelligence, big data, and analytics projects in complex enterprise environments.
	10	Required	Experience supporting healthcare data initiatives; familiarity with standards such as FHIR, CCDA, and HL7 is a plus.
	10	Required	Working knowledge of SQL and database technologies to support project planning, estimation, and issue resolution.
	10	Required	Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business and executive audiences.
	10	Required	Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams, vendors, and complex project timelines.
	10	Required	Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with data engineers, developers, analysts, and business partners.
	10	Required	Experience defining project scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, and success metrics.
	10	Required	Experience with project budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and financial status reporting.
	10	Required	Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or Smartsheet.
	10	Required	Strong documentation skills for project plans, charters, schedules, and lessons learned.
	10	Required	Working knowledge of cloud platforms, data systems, or enterprise applications.
	10	Required	Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
	8	Preferred	Familiarity with healthcare or other regulated environments, including compliance, security, and data governance concepts.
	8	Preferred	PMP, PgMP, PMI‑ACP, SAFe, or similar project management certification preferred.
	8	Preferred	Healthcare industry experience preferred.
	8	Preferred	Fundamental understanding of information management principles, IT processes, SDLC, architecture, and enterprise technologies.
	8	Preferred	Strong consulting and facilitation skills.
	8	Preferred	Customer-focused communication skills with the ability to engage all levels of the organization.
	8	Preferred	Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
	3	Preferred	Experience supporting AI, advanced analytics, or digital transformation initiatives at the program or project level.
	3	Preferred	TOGAF, Cloud Solution Architecture, or Azure/AWS/GCP certifications preferred