Business Analyst

T-Rex Solutions is seeking a Business Analyst to conduct SME and system owner sessions to e licit tacit knowledge that is not present in systems and e nsure user understanding and intent via human-centered design for a large DOD customer. The BA a ssist s in implementation of metadata processes for non- automatable environments.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-person and virtual sessions across various areas of the DHA to create the baseline data inventory by through in-person or remote session to collect metadata-including system details, lineage, access controls, and business definitions.
• Use structured data-gathering sessions to document key metadata, including system descriptions, data element definitions, sources, formats, data flows, and sensitivities for all systems.
• Assess inventories and identify data gaps or inconsistencies; develop strategies to resolve deficiencies and validate findings with stakeholders.
• Produce standardized inventory documentation, user guides, and process maps to ensure clarity, reproducibility, and ease of maintenance.
• Collaborate with data domain owners, stewards, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather metadata information.
• Conduct metadata quality checks (completeness, accuracy, alignment) and work with stakeholders to resolve gaps.
• Assist in preparing metadata, definitions, and documentation for onboarding into the interim centralized repository, ensuring consistency with folder standards, taxonomies, and metadata fields.
• Contribute to governance artifacts, including RACI matrices, workflows, and metadata framework deliverables.
• Ensure all deliverables are version controlled, auditable, and delivered through DHA approved remote tools.
• Support execution across objectives, i.e.,
  • Data inventory planning, stakeholder engagement, and validation cycles.
  • Repository setup, metadata fields, access control alignment.
  • AoA evaluations, workshop coordination, assessment documentation.
  • Documentation management, migration planning, and metadata readiness.
  • Metadata modeling, governance RACI, lineage mapping coordination.
  • Federation, synchronization, catalog alignment activities.
  • Self-service evaluation, testing, and user feedback loops.
  • Governance pilots, data product lifecycle coordination.

Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience performing business or data analysis functions within complex, multi-system environments.
• Proficient in requirements gathering, stakeholder interviews, and facilitating cross-functional meetings.
• Proven experience in cataloging data or business process inventories, especially within government or regulated environments.
• Demonstrated ability to produce detailed process documentation and inventory deliverables.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with data inventory/catalog tools, metadata management, and database concepts.
• Experience communicating and coordinating with Government stakeholders in in-person and remote environments and excellent communication skills suited for distributed stakeholders.
• Experience with Jira and other DHA approved project tools.
• U.S. Citizenship required; eligibility for security clearance; active DoD security clearance preferred.

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems , Business Administration, Data Management, or related field.
• Experience working within federal government settings or supporting federal data initiatives.
• Familiarity with NIST, OMB, or agency-specific data policy frameworks.
• Knowledge of privacy impact assessments, information security categorization, and data lifecycle management.
• Advanced proficiency with data catalog platforms (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica).
• Data analytics or governance certifications (CDMP, PL300/DA100, etc.).

T-Rex Overview

Established in 1999, T-Rex Solutions, LLC is a proven mid-tier business providing data-centric mission services to the Federal government as it increasingly tries to secure and leverage the power of data. We design, integrate, secure, and deploy advanced technical solutions for our customers so they can efficiently fulfill their critical objectives. T-Rex offers both IT and professional services to numerous Federal agencies and is a leader in providing high quality and innovative solutions in the areas of Cloud and Infrastructure Services, Cyber Security, and Big Data Engineering.

T-Rex is constantly seeking qualified people to join our growing team. We have built a broad client base through our devotion to delivering quality products and customer service, and to do that we need quality individuals. But more than that, we at T-Rex are committed to creating a culture that supports the development of every employee's personal and professional lives. T-Rex has made a commitment to maintain the status of an industry leader in compensation packages and benefits which includes competitive salaries, performance bonuses, training and educational reimbursement, Transamerica 401(k) and Cigna healthcare benefits.

T-Rex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

In compliance with pay transparency guidelines, the annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. T-Rex considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

T-Rex offers a diverse and collaborative work environment, exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including: PTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date), paid parental leave, individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits, annual budget for training, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employment among other benefits.