Business Analyst
Listed on 2026-08-07
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IT/Tech
IT Business Analyst -
Business
Business Analyst
ILS Inc. is seeking a Business Analyst to support a federal IT modernization initiative. The successful candidate will gather and translate business requirements into user stories and UI mockups, working closely with technical teams to deliver functional, user-centered solutions. This is a hybrid role requiring on-site presence two days per week at our Fairfax, VA headquarters. MUST BE LOCAL TO DC METRO AREA (hybrid support - 2 days in ILS HQ office, located in Fairfax, VA 22033).
ResponsibilitiesElicit, analyze, and document functional and technical requirements from business stakeholders. Translate requirements into clear and actionable user stories, process flows, and acceptance criteria. Design wireframes and UI mockups to support application development using tools like Balsamiq, Figma, Adobe XD, or Axure. Collaborate with UX designers, developers, testers, and product owners to refine and validate designs. Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily standups.
Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by creating test scenarios, coordinating test activities, and validating results. Maintain comprehensive documentation and ensure traceability of requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst supporting software development projects. Demonstrated ability to create UI mockups and wireframes that convey business and design intent. Proficiency with Agile development practices and tools such as Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas visually and interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Understanding of application architecture, workflows, and APIs. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple work streams. Preferred
Skills:
Experience on federal government IT projects. Familiarity with AWS, cloud-native application requirements, or digital service modernization. Knowledge of UML, BPMN, or prototyping tools. Involvement in Section 508 compliance reviews or user-centered design processes.
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