Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) Business Analyst

• Are you a tech enthusiast who loves solving complex problems?

• Do you have a keen eye for detail and excellent analytical skills?

• Would your friends describe you as a self-starter who takes pride in your work and enjoys collaborating with others?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you at The Greentree Group!

WHO WE ARE

The Greentree Group is a dynamic, innovative, and thriving company that specializes in delivering advanced technology solutions to federal, state, and commercial clients. With a team of highly skilled professionals, we provide cutting-edge services and are always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

What sets us apart is our commitment to excellence and our passion for the work we do. At The Greentree Group, we are driven by a shared sense of purpose and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people around us. Whether it's helping our clients achieve their goals, developing innovative solutions to complex problems, or giving back to the community, we are dedicated to making a positive impact.

We also believe in investing in our people and providing them with opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, a culture of continuous learning, and a wide range of benefits and perks that promote work-life balance and personal well-being.

Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting out in your career, if you're passionate about technology, committed to excellence, and eager to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As a potential Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) Business Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a talented team of professionals in support of clients in multiple states. This potential role will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating software development and system modernization activities in a state-wide implementation effort. Join us and be part of our mission to make a difference!

SOME RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Provide superior project support utilizing industry best practices, process improvement knowledge, and Agile project management methodologies.

• Exercise strong written and oral communication skills, can multi-task, and has excellent follow-through skills.

• Provide client facing support during the implementation of new software.

• Assist in completing all contract deliverables, including written project status reports.

• Develop and manage the process of verifying that system and software products operate and comply with requirements and/or design of the customer.

• Collaborate with the project team including State Agency Project Team, Project Manager, the Design Development, Implementation Contractor, and the Project Support Services Contractor.

• Review all software vendor deliverables (e.g. design specifications) for the assigned functional scope area for accuracy, completeness, and correctness; confirming decisions from Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) meetings and previous deliverables are included and correct.

• Identify, analyze, and document software development process breakdowns and develop recommendations for process improvement.

• Review quality control processes and identifying areas needing improvement.

• Monitor project activity related to any SDLC process assigned (e.g. requirements gathering, testing, project management, vendor oversight), providing real-time observations as appropriate, and documenting issues/risks for the project testing approach based on industry standards and best practices.

• Report to and take direction from the Project Manager (PM).

• Participate in business development by identifying new opportunities and assisting with proposal development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in business analysis, project management, IV&V, quality assurance, or related field.

• Experience and knowledge of IT industry standards and best practices, (i.e., PMBOK, IEEE, Agile, NIST, etc.)

• Risk Management and IT Governance experience.

• Issue identification and mitigation experience.

• Strong client presentation skills, ability to answer questions and respond to dynamic client responses.

• Experience scheduling and leading IT meetings and coordinating technology and staff resources.

• Knowledge of software development life cycle methodologies such as Kanban, Scrum, Waterfall, etc.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under tight deadlines.

• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience providing consulting services to a government client or agency.

• Experience with enterprise transformation or modernization

• Understanding of the Project Management Institute (PMI) principals and methodologies.

We believe in fostering a positive, inclusive culture that values diversity, teamwork, and personal growth. With opportunities for advancement and a supportive community of colleagues, The Greentree Group is the perfect place to build your career. Learn more about us at www.greentreegroup.com. Please note that this role may require a National Agency Check (NAC) and/or background check, and relocation assistance is not available at this time.

Greentree is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

Compensation / Salary Range: Greentree adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.

Bonuses: Greentree has an employee referral bonus, as well as employee bonuses based on employee contributions and Greentree’s yearly performance.

Top Benefits

Core Benefits 100% paid by Greentree: Employee Medical Premium on the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), 401(k) Match, Job-Related Certifications, and Training Programs

Elected Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Voluntary Term Life, 401(k) (Roth and Pretax available)

Time Off: PTO, Flexible Schedules, Holidays and Paid Parental Leave: Work-life balance is important – we all enjoy some time off for rest and relaxation! Employees receive a very generous amount of PTO which is granted on start date, plus the ability for quick escalation to the next tier. Flexible/hybrid working schedules and 11 paid holidays, in addition to paid parental leave round out the work-life balance benefits.

Paid Training and Development: We encourage and support ongoing employee learning and development, consistent with needs of the company, its clients, and markets. Greentree is committed to paying the cost for job-related certifications and/or training programs. In conjunction with management/employee communication and discussions regarding performance and goals, employees are expected to seek out and pursue development opportunities to meet emerging organizational skill requirements in combination with their own personal growth needs. Greentree also makes job-related tuition reimbursement contributions for those in higher-level education programs.