NYS OCFS HBITS-06-14119 Expert Software Analyst (Business Analysis) Position Available In Albany, New York

Opportunity Details Full Time

NYS OCFS HBITS-06-14119

Expert Software Analyst (Business Analysis) Albany, NY (Hybrid) Outcomes. Delivered. Voyatek, formerly GCOM Software and OnCore Consulting, delivers outcome-driven technology solutions to public sector agencies and higher education institutions nationwide. For example, our technology: Facilitates access to nutritious food for children of mothers participating in the WIC program Supports first responders in reducing opioid overdoses within their communities Empowers colleges and universities to identify and thwart financial aid fraud Equips teachers with valuable insights to identify students requiring additional support Enhances efficiency for state tax agencies, leading to 99% faster return processing and quicker refunds for taxpayers With a focus on Tax & Revenue, Health & Human Services, and Justice & Public Safety, Voyatek combines the scale to support large complex projects with the agility and accessibility of a boutique solutions provider. Together, Voyatek and its customers work to improve population wellbeing, create safer communities, and foster a thriving economy. We’re more than a technology company — we’re an outcomes company. We encourage our employees to think differently, ask tough questions, and relentlessly pursue what’s best for our customers and the residents they serve. We believe that the value of technology is defined by its human impact. If you agree, you’ve come to the right place. Voyatek is seeking applicants to occupy the position of Expert Software Analyst to join our NYS Office for Child and Family Services Team located in Albany, NY. This role is Hybrid (50%) and is a long term contract, 19 months.

Key Responsibilities:

Day–to-day tasks include but are not limited to: Work closely with the Portfolio BA Team, project manager, ITS BAS manager, technical team members and other project stakeholders to provide guidance throughout the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Work as liaison to stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts to elicit, analyze, communicate, validate and verify the requirements for changes to current business processes, policies and information systems and for the development of new business processes, policies and information systems. Create as-is and to-be business process flows to ensure that the implemented business process and supporting software meets agency needs, as well as provide an effective and efficient means of referral and tracking Conduct requirements workshops and JAD sessions with agency subject matter experts as one of the many techniques to be used to elicit requirements. Create business requirements documents, context diagrams, business requirements document (BRD), system “as-is” and “to be” states, system specifications, use cases and workflow diagrams, report and screen mockups, swim lane diagrams, and prototypes. Provide development team with clearly articulated artifacts, and ensure development team understanding. Ensure that artifacts required by ITS governance process and Secure Systems Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) are created and support the project scope. Manage requirements through the life of the contract using a requirements management plan and traceability to ensure coverage between the source of requirements and their test case(s) it will be tested by.

Qualifications:

84+

Months:

Candidate is able to provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the top of his/her field.

Preferred Qualifications:

84 Months experience performing requirements elicitation. Researching and understanding the stakeholder’s business needs using a variety of analysis techniques and converting those into verified and validated functional and non-functional requirements for development. 84 Months experience creating and maintaining software development artifacts for communication of requirements, including context diagrams, textual use cases, swim lane diagrams, report specifications, wireframes, user interface specifications, and non-functional requirements specifications. 84 Months experience facilitating requirement workshops, JAD sessions and structured walkthroughs, practicing effective communication to ensure requirements are understood, conveyed, and met. 72 Months experience creating test plans/cases, managing defects with development teams, and working with users on User Acceptance Testing. 72 Months experience managing requirements throughout the Requirements Management Lifecycle, including creation and execution of a Requirements Management Plan, Requirements Traceability, establishing requirements baselines and managing requirements change control CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) certification by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) The wage range for this role reflects the wide array of factors considered in compensation decisions. These factors include, but are not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, licensure and certifications, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the unique facts and circumstances of each case. A range for this position would be $45.00 – $50.00 per hour. At Voyatek, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Please note that eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on your role and employment status. Flexible Work Schedules Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Medical, Limited, & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contributions Company-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match and Immediate Vesting Wellhub Fitness and Wellness Platform Pet Insurance Training Opportunities Employee Referral Bonus Program We are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both your personal and professional aspirations. As part of our commitment to maintaining a compliant workplace, all final candidates will undergo and must pass a comprehensive background screening prior to starting work. This screening may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant checks. For certain positions, additional client-specific background screenings may be required in the future, in accordance with client requirements. Voyatek does significant work with Federal and State tax and revenue authorities. If applicable to this role, all hires will be required to obtain a Federal Public Trust Clearance (Moderate Background Investigation). This clearance process may start upon offer acceptance; and must be cleared prior to working on these projects. If you think you are a good fit for us, we encourage you to apply. Check out our career website for all open positions! Voyatek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Voyatek will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status or domestic violence victim status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Employment decisions include all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment and hiring, job assignment/placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, rates of pay or other compensation, internship, and training.