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Help Lead Agile Delivery for a Major Public Sector Transformation at CGI
Are you an experienced Business Analyst and Scrum Master who excels at bringing business and technology teams together to solve complex problems Do you enjoy translating business needs into actionable requirements facilitating high-performing Agile teams and helping complex transformation programs deliver meaningful results
CGI is seeking a Senior Business Analyst / Scrum Master to join our team supporting a large-scale public sector ERP modernization initiative. This role combines hands-on business analysis with Agile leadership giving you the opportunity to influence both **what we deliver and how we deliver it**.
Youll work at the center of a complex transformation partnering with business leaders Product Owners functional experts architects developers data teams testers change management professionals and program leadership. Youll help define future-state business processes translate requirements into well-structured and actionable backlogs facilitate Agile delivery remove impediments and keep multiple workstreams aligned toward successful implementation.
At CGI were a global company of owners who actively shape the direction of our company and our own careers. As one of the worlds largest independent IT and business consulting services firms we offer opportunities to work on meaningful initiatives collaborate with experienced professionals and continue growing your career while delivering lasting value for our clients.
Location: Reno NV (preferred) or Sacramento CA both are CGI office locations.
Work Model: Hybrid. Candidates may be based in either Reno NV or Sacramento CA and should be able to travel regularly to Carson City NV where the client site is located.
This role is expected to support an onsite presence approximately 3 days per week at a CGI office and/or the client site in Carson City NV depending on project and client needs. Onsite frequency and location may vary based on business and client requirements.
We use technical expertise and secure solutions to help government reinvent the ways of working to improve citizen services and increase efficiency. Our work helps civil entities provide services transparently and with fewer resources.
As a Senior Business Analyst / Scrum Master youll serve as a key bridge between business stakeholders and delivery teams while fostering an effective collaborative and continuously improving Agile environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Lead business analysis and Agile delivery activities for a large-scale public sector ERP modernization initiative connecting business functional technical data testing and change management teams
* Serve as Scrum Master and Agile facilitator leading sprint planning daily stand-ups backlog refinement sprint reviews retrospectives and other Agile ceremonies
* Partner closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to develop prioritize refine and maintain a healthy product backlog aligned with business objectives and implementation priorities
* Facilitate **As-Is and To-Be business process analysis and redesign** across complex administrative and financial functions identifying opportunities for standardization simplification and operational improvement
* Lead the development and refinement of epics features user stories acceptance criteria business requirements process documentation and traceability artifacts across multiple implementation workstreams
* Ensure requirements and user stories are clearly understood appropriately prioritized testable and ready for delivery
* Coordinate requirements risks issues and dependencies across functional configuration integrations data conversion reporting testing and organizational change management workstreams
* Identify and help remove delivery impediments while proactively escalating cross-team dependencies and risks that could affect sprint release or program objectives
* Apply Agile and Lean practices to improve workflow delivery predictability backlog health team collaboration and continuous improvement
* Track and communicate delivery progress using appropriate Agile metrics and indicators helping teams and leadership identify trends constraints and opportunities for improvement
* Facilitate stakeholder workshops discovery sessions planning activities and decision forums involving business SMEs Product Owners architects developers data teams testers and program leadership
* Support **System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT)** through requirements traceability test scenario development defect triage issue resolution and validation that delivered functionality meets business needs
* Support implementation readiness through stakeholder engagement training coordination communications business readiness and transition planning
* Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment focused on continuous improvement and delivering meaningful business outcomes
* Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
* **7 years of experience** supporting complex enterprise technology implementations including significant experience in business analysis and Agile delivery
* Hands-on experience serving as a **Scrum Master Agile Lead Senior Business Analyst Product Owner or similar delivery role** within complex technology programs
* Demonstrated experience supporting a **large-scale ERP or enterprise system implementation** preferably within state government or another complex public sector environment
* Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum principles and practices including sprint planning backlog refinement daily stand-ups sprint reviews retrospectives and continuous improvement
* Demonstrated ability to facilitate Agile ceremonies coach teams remove impediments manage dependencies and improve delivery effectiveness
* Strong experience with business process analysis and redesign including development of detailed **As-Is and To-Be process models** across multiple business functions
* Demonstrated experience managing complex requirements and product backlogs including epics features user stories acceptance criteria prioritization and requirements traceability
* Experience partnering with Product Owners to refine prioritize and maintain backlogs aligned with business objectives and delivery priorities
* Experience coordinating across multiple interdependent implementation workstreams including functional configuration integrations data migration reporting testing and organizational change management
* Hands-on experience supporting **SIT UAT defect management and end-to-end requirements traceability** within a large implementation
* Experience using Agile delivery and collaboration tools such as **Jira Azure DevOps Rally or similar platforms**
* Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to align executives Product Owners business SMEs and technical teams around priorities and solution decisions
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate effectively between business and technical audiences
* Ability to navigate ambiguity manage competing priorities and drive progress within a complex transformation environment
Preferred Qualifications
Were especially interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
* Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Professional Scrum Master (PSM) SAFe Scrum Master or another recognized Agile certification
* Experience supporting **state or local government ERP modernization initiatives**
* Experience with complex financial administrative procurement budgeting or related ERP business processes
* Experience applying Lean and Agile practices to improve delivery flow team performance and predictability
* Experience working within scaled Agile or multi-team delivery environments
* Prosci ACMP or another recognized Change Management certification
* PMP or another recognized project management certification
* Experience supporting organizational readiness and change activities associated with large-scale technology transformations
Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89600.00 $198400.00.
CGIs benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation holidays and sick time
. Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
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- Business Analysis
- End-to-End Testing
- Agile Business Analysis
- Agile Delivery Management
- Project Management
- Scrum Master
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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
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