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For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community.
 
Job Title: Business Analyst II
Location: Cincinnati, OH – Onsite (Madisonville)

Top Skills Must Have

• Strong facilitation skills – able to run meetings and gather requirements effectively
• Analytical and critical thinking skills
• Data mapping and process mapping expertise
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work onsite in Cincinnati

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of financial crimes or financial industry processes
• SQL scripting for data validation and testing

About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Business Analyst II to join our team and serve as the bridge between business stakeholders, IT, and operations. This role requires someone who can take complex business problems, analyze requirements, and translate them into actionable solutions that drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance within a highly regulated banking environment.

The Business Analyst will lead requirement-gathering sessions, create process and data flow maps, and partner with technical teams to ensure solutions meet business objectives. This individual will be responsible for documenting requirements, defining test acceptance criteria, and supporting user acceptance testing (UAT). They will also provide guidance in process improvements, risk awareness, and production support for business-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between business, operations, and IT for requirement analysis and solution design.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to gather, document, and validate requirements.
• Translate high-level business needs into detailed functional and technical requirements.
• Develop process maps, workflows, and data flow diagrams to visualize and optimize processes.
• Partner with developers and testers to ensure solutions meet requirements.
• Write clear acceptance criteria and participate in UAT to validate accuracy of solutions.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of production issues.
• Conduct research on industry trends and contribute to innovation and automation initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members and provide knowledge transfer on tools, processes, and business domains.
• Manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes within deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong communication skills – able to present ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Hands-on experience with process mapping and data mapping.
• Working knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Experience writing test scripts, acceptance criteria, and executing test plans.
• Familiarity with SQL for data validation and testing preferred.
• Prior experience in the financial industry or financial crimes domain is a plus.

What You'll Get
 
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
 

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Optional life and disability insurance provided
• 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing
• Paid vacation time
• Paid Bench time
• Training allowance offering
• You'll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!

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