Junior Business Analyst - Fairfax, VA, United States - ValidaTek

Description

Company Overview At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies
From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations
Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations
We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization
Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation
Summary

• Does time in Excel excite you more than scrolling through Instagram?
• Are you process-driven and solution-oriented?
• Do you enjoy problem solving and performing root cause analysis?
• Are you willing to learn the tools of the trade on the job? If you answered 'yes' to the questions above, please keep reading

ValidaTek is seeking an attention-to-detail-oriented Junior Business Analyst to support our enterprising Program Management Office (PMO) Team
This critical role will collaborate with every layer of the organization from: corporate services, delivery operations, business development, and executive leadership
The ideal candidate will develop, design and implement process quality and improvement programs and initiatives
Collaborate with quality, business process owners, and other functional areas on strategic planning for process quality improvements
Evaluate results of process analysis, audits, and plan implementation to determine organizational efficiency
Analyze and resolve process quality issues and needs as they relate to the organization's process performance and adherence to quality requirements

Hybrid:
Must be able to commute to our HQ in McLean, Virginia
Responsibilities

• Collects and maintains performance metrics and analyzes data to make recommendations for process improvements.
• Maintains updated documentation of business processes and policies.
• Prepares and provides performance-related presentations and reports.
• Creates and develops initiatives to improve performance and productivity.
• Researches industry trends for application of process improvement techniques and best practices.
• Uses quantitative analysis methodology to perform data, cost benefit, and/or process measurement analysis.
• Partners with peers on creating and executing strategic initiatives.

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
ROLE, JOB SCOPE

• Knowledge - Applies knowledge through education or past experience

Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts.

• Problem Solving - Solves routine problems of limited scope and complexity following established policies and procedures.
• Discretion/Latitude - Work is closely supervised

Follows specific, detailed instructions and guidelines.

• Impact - Contributions are usually task-related activities

Errors or failure to achieve results do not have serious effect on organization, schedules or programs.

• Liaison/Leadership - Contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor, project leaders, and other staff in the section or group

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience

Preferred degrees:
Business Administration, Data Analytics, Data Science, and/or Information Systems

• Eligible for a Top Secret Clearance
• Must possess a heightened level of attention-to-detail
• Proficiency in Excel - required

EEO Statement ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status
Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States
Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.