Sr. Solutions Analyst (Remote)

Senior Solutions Analyst GovCIO is seeking a Senior Solutions Analyst with strong background in business analysis, solutioning, and architecture awareness to support the Health Benefits Management System (HBMS) project within the VA OIT Health Portfolio. This role is a fully remote, U.S.-based position, with core hours of operation Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET.Responsibilities This role requires deep collaboration with business partners, stakeholders and technical teams to develop strong business scenario understanding, creative problem solving for evolving business needs, and utilization of robust technologies to enable the veteran experience. The role will encompass defining clear, actionable requirements while ensuring alignment with system architecture, integrations, and enterprise standards. The ideal candidate will bridge business needs and technical design, enabling efficient delivery of eligibility and claims-related capabilities that improve the Veteran experience. Thought leadership and the ability to effectively influence and help guide our business partners is important to success. The environment is dynamic and client needs are evolving; flexibility and forward-thinking views are important for success.Partner with team members to design and implement robust solutions to meet the complex needs of the VADeeply understand & define key business scenarios to meet emerging/evolving business needs with goals to simply end-user experience and advance automationChampion evangelization and education efforts for our solutions to increase reach and impact for the veteranProvide thought leadership for evolving the analytic capabilities/tools and modernizing our solution portfolioLead end-to-end requirements lifecycle (Discovery, Requirements, and Analysis)Elicit and document business requirements through stakeholder interviews, workflow analysis, and facilitated sessionsTranslate business needs into Epics, User Stories, and Acceptance Criteria in JiraDefine end-to-end workflows for eligibility determination, claims, and appeals processesCollaborate with architects and developers to align requirements with system design and integration patternsSupport data mapping, interface design, and integration requirements (APIs, flat files, event-based processing)Evolve the vision through defining and analyzing as-is and define to-be state architectures at a high levelIdentify dependencies, risks, and functional gaps, and recommend solutionsFunction as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) engaging and often leading solution design discussions, trade-off analysis, and feasibility assessmentsSupport UAT, validation, and defect triageDevelop artifacts including process diagrams, data flows, reports, and presentationsPartner with cross-product teams and VA stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration across systemsQualifications Required Skills and ExperienceMaster's in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline is required. An additional 10 years experience will be considered in lieu of degree. 10+ years of experience as a Business Analyst / Solution Analyst in enterprise environmentsStrong experience with Agile/SAFe methodology and JiraProven ability to write clear, testable, and traceable requirementsExperience with system integrations and data-driven applicationsStrong analytical thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for business and technical audiencesAbility to work in a dynamic, evolving environment with minimal supervisionUnderstand end-to-end system architecture and data flows across VA systemsContribute to high-level solution design and integration strategyPerform trade-off analysis and recommend optimal approachesEnsure requirements align with enterprise architecture and do not introduce reworkSupport definition of future-state architecture and system interactionsClearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a VA Suitability/Public Trust clearancePreferred Skills and ExperienceWorking knowledge of:APIs (REST), JSON / XML, flat filesData mapping and transformationWorkflow/process modeling (BPMN / UML)Experience with Pega platform or similar workflow toolsFamiliarity with VA systems such as VistA, Caseflow, VA Profile, MPI, SDP etc..Experience in eligibility, claims, or benefits processing domainsPrior experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programsUnderstanding of DevSecOps processes and enterprise architecture frameworksPosted Salary RangeUSD $115,000.00 USD $120,000.00 /Yr.Company Overview GovCIO is a team of transformerspeople who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?What You Can Expect Interview & Hiring ProcessIf you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:During the Interview ProcessVirtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or teamCamera must be onA valid photo ID must be presented during each interviewDuring the Hiring ProcessEnhanced Biometrics ID verification screeningBackground check, to include:Criminal history (past 7 years)Verification of your highest level of educationVerification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your applicationEmployee Perks At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Corporate DiscountsLearning & Development platform, to include certification preparation contentTraining, Education and Certification Assistance*Referral Bonus ProgramInternal Mobility ProgramPet InsuranceFlexible Work Environment*Available to full-time employeesOur employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.Posted Pay RangeThe posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, em