Senior IT Business Analyst, Halifax
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Job Summary
Are you curious about how technology and processes drive business and innovation If you are motivated by connecting with others leading change and solving complex business challenges this is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most dynamic and evolving business environments in Atlantic Canada.
We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join our Business Solutions Group in Halifax NS. As the most modern shipyard in North America Irving Shipbuilding is defined by its pace and appetite for change. This role requires someone who can quickly understand complex business challenges establish trusted relationships with stakeholders and lead the discovery and delivery of technology-enabled solutions that create measurable business value.
The Senior Business Analyst is responsible for discovering synthesizing and analyzing information from a variety of sources including systems processes documentation data and stakeholders. They lead complex business analysis initiatives identify opportunities for improvement and recommend solutions that align business objectives with technology addition to delivering solutions Senior Business Analysts coach and advise less-experienced Business Analysts and contribute to the evolution of business analysis practices standards and capabilities across JDI IT.
This position requires full-time on-site presence.
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) Canadian Government Security clearance and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Responsibilities
Business analysis is performed on a variety of strategic tactical and operational initiatives that support Irving Shipbuildings ongoing transformation and continuous improvement efforts.
Key responsibilities include:
Develop and maintain relationships with business leaders key stakeholders external partners and vendors
Understand customer demand versus IT supply and help prioritize opportunities that align with business objectives
Lead complex requirements elicitation analysis validation and documentation activities
Investigate business problems and opportunities through process analysis and root cause analysis
Develop business cases and support investment decision-making
Facilitate workshops meetings and stakeholder discussions to build alignment and drive outcomes
Collaborate closely with solution design architecture and delivery teams to ensure business needs are effectively met
Understand system interdependencies and the broader technology landscape supporting Irving Shipbuilding operations
Document and optimize business processes capabilities and data flows
Build and maintain process models while supporting the definition of business goals KPIs and future-state operating models
Develop test strategies test cases and oversee business validation activities
Leverage data and analytics capabilities to support informed business decisions
Ensure the integrity confidentiality and security of business data
Manage and oversee complex initiatives from discovery through implementation
Provide solution recommendations and business-focused designs within their area of responsibility
Mentor and coach Business Analysts while contributing to internal business analysis standards practices and development programs
Balance current operational priorities with future business and technology needs to support long-term organizational goals
Qualifications
University degree or college diploma in a related discipline
5 years of experience in a business environment preferably within IT
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Advanced facilitation workshop and stakeholder engagement skills
Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to influence decisions and provide meaningful recommendations at an executive level
Experience leading complex business and technology initiatives
Strong business process analysis and documentation capabilities
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across teams
Highly organized with strong business acumen
Ability to challenge assumptions constructively and offer practical alternatives
Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring others
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Experience supporting manufacturing industrial marine engineering or shipbuilding operations
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
Experience with Agile delivery methodologies
Experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)
Experience with business process modeling and capability mapping
Experience developing business cases and supporting strategic planning initiatives
Change management experience
Experience working with enterprise analytics and reporting solutions
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With ... View more
