Himavarshini Katta

Business Analyst with 5+ years of experience in requirements gathering, data analysis, and process optimization. Skilled in Gap Analysis, UAT testing, and As-Is/To-Be process modeling. Strong background in mentoring and training junior staff, conducting knowledge-sharing sessions. Proficient in Agile methodologies, SDLC documentation, and stakeholder communication. Experienced with ServiceNow, JIRA, Tableau, Power BI, and Informatica to enhance system functionality and drive data-driven solutions

Professional Summary

• I’m a detail-oriented Business Analyst with a strong background of helping organizations bridge the gap between business needs and technology. Over the years, I’ve worked across industries like public safety, e-commerce, and gaming, collaborating with stakeholders, optimizing workflows, and ensuring smooth system implementations. My approach is always focused on problem-solving, data-driven decision-making, and improving efficiency.

What I Bring to the Table:

• Understanding Business Needs: I work closely with teams to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring that every project starts with a clear vision. Whether it’s conducting stakeholder interviews, creating user stories, or mapping workflows, I ensure nothing gets lost in translation.
• Process Improvement: I love identifying inefficiencies and recommending smarter ways to get things done. Using tools like process mapping and business process modeling (BPMN), I help teams streamline their operations.
• Bringing Data to Life: I have hands-on experience with Microsoft Power BI, helping organizations visualize data and make informed decisions through dashboards and reports.
• System Implementation & Integration: I’ve been involved in projects that required working with Azure, Microsoft 365, and Active Directory, ensuring seamless system rollouts and integrations.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Before any system goes live, I make sure it’s thoroughly tested. I create test plans, coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT), and work closely with teams to catch any issues before launch.
• Agile & Scrum: I have experience working in Agile environments, participating in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and even stepping in as a Scrum Master when needed.
• Clear Documentation: From business requirements to technical documentation, I ensure everything is well-documented so teams can work efficiently and projects stay on track.

Certifications:

• IIBA ECBA – Entry Certificate in Business Analysis
• Microsoft PL-300 – Power BI Data Analyst
• Microsoft AZ-400 – DevOps Engineer Expert
• Professional Scrum Master (PSM) - I

• My educational background has included both formal education and hands-on experience. While certifications and coursework provided a solid basis, it was the practical application of these talents that ultimately shaped my career.
• I have the IIBA ECBA (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis) certification, which taught me a structured approach to requirements collection, stakeholder communication, and process optimization. But the real test came when I worked on projects, which required me to interact with correctional staff, understand their workflow pain points, and translate their requirements into a user-friendly monitoring system.
• My Microsoft PL-300 (Power BI Data Analyst) certification honed my data skills, but it wasn't until I analyzed trends and visualized progress.
• The Microsoft AZ-400 (DevOps Engineer Expert) certification helped me improve my grasp of system integration, automation, and cloud-based solutions, which I used to manage Azure-based infrastructure for FDC, assuring secure access and maximizing performance for essential applications.
• Finally, obtaining the Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification strengthened my Agile mentality by facilitating backlog grooming sessions, holding sprint planning meetings, and changing management.