Business Analyst - Project Lead

Job# : 2045478

Job Description :

Apex Systems is hiring a Business Analyst for a client in Columbia, SC. This is a 12 month contract that will be onsite.

Candidates must be able to work on a W2 and commute to the location.

The BA / Technical Writer will work with various internal teams to create Information Security related business and technical documents and artifacts.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Coordinates OCS administrative policies and documentation. Works with technical staff and business stakeholders to create deliverables and artifacts that are intended for audiences with various levels of technical knowledge.

Involves creating, sharing, revising, and publishing OCS policies and procedures.

2. Assist OCS management with POAM processes and documentation. Assists management with POAM library and artifacts. Edits the POAM dashboard for management.

Submits to any Federal and State regulatory audits and assessments.

3. Develop, maintain, and submit documents for CMS regulation compliance. Work with various internal and external teams to create information security documents and artifacts for complying with cybersecurity laws and regulations.

4. Creates artifacts and supporting documentation and uses writing and communication skills to make complex information easier to digest.

5. Select and utilize photographs, drawings, diagrams, charts, and other graphical elements that increase users understanding.

Organize and maintain a repository of all documents and artifacts.

6. Revise documents as changes or modifications to information systems and services occur.

7. Actively scribe and facilitate scope-related OCS meetings. Needs to be able to listen, summarize, and capture the essential elements for the project meeting minutes.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• 2+ years of documented Information Technology related work experience.
• 2+ years of technical writing experience in positions requiring the development of structured written materials and visual aids.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with internal and external vendors, project team members, management, and agency departments and to build relationships and use facilitation skills with both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to write, edit, and prepare presentations of technical information for both technical and business personnel using appropriate and illustrative graphical elements.
• Experience in organizing information in a way that is appropriate for technical explanations without losing sight of the needs and aptitude of the audience.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with multiple teams and vendors.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines.
• Must possess advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, etc.) to include working with templates and style guidelines for branding consistency.
• Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture.
• Ability to absorb and retain complex processes.
• Demonstrable understanding of the rules of English grammar and usage.
• Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism in a fast turn-around environment.

PREFERRED PRIOR EXPERIENCE / SKILLS

• Writing System Security Plans, Advance Planning Documents, Requests For Proposals, or similar documents
• CMS MARS-E or other NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliant programs.
• BizAgi
• eGRC tool
• Previous public sector work experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS :

1. Bachelors degree in English, journalism, technical writing, or similar discipline.

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Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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