Business System Analyst SME

About NDi:

Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas. Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

Job Description:

Network Designs, Inc. (NDI) is seeking an experienced Business Systems Analyst Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support requirements engineering, Agile delivery, change management, and enterprise execution within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment.

This role is responsible for leading requirements elicitation and management across Agile Release Train (ART) activities, supporting Program Increment (PI) planning and execution, and ensuring business needs are effectively captured, decomposed, prioritized, and delivered through iterative development. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in SAFe practices, change management, stakeholder engagement, and the full requirements lifecycle from mission need identification through user story development, acceptance criteria definition, and backlog refinement.

Requirements:

• US Citizenship is required.
• Must possess an active TS clearance at the time of application, be willing and able to obtain SCI access, and pass a CI polygraph.
• This position is onsite 4/days a week in Chantilly, VA

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with 10 years of experience; Associate's degree with 13 years of experience; or High School Diploma with 16 years of experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience leading a team or managing staff.
• In-depth knowledge of SAFe, Lean-Agile principles, Agile Release Train operations, PI planning, backlog refinement, and iterative delivery practices.
• Proven ability to translate complex business needs into capabilities, features, user stories, functional requirements, test scenarios, and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in varied situations.
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong experience with Jira and Kendis.
• Strong communication skills to manage expectations, facilitate meetings, and communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience working within SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks.
• SAFe certifications such as SAFe Agilist, SAFe POPM, SAFe Scrum Master, SAFe Practice Consultant, or related SAFe credentials; PMP; CSM; or CCMP certifications Preferred

Responsibilities:

• Lead collection, capture, and management of mission user needs from prioritization through concept development.
• Facilitate the gathering of business-focused requirements to support product teams, Product Owners, Product Managers, and ART stakeholders in defining, refining, and prioritizing the backlog.
• Focus requirements gathering on improved usability, user experience, and driving user adoption and engagement.
• Identify core business needs and decompose and document them in concepts of operation, story maps, briefings, features, capabilities, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Document business rules and construct workflow diagrams as needed.
• Provide consultation on complex projects while considering business implications of technology application to the current and future business environment.
• Conduct project meetings and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Coordinate with IT infrastructure teams to ensure alignment with business requirements and program objectives.
• Participate in Program Increment (PI) planning, Agile Release Train (ART) ceremonies, backlog refinement, system demos, Inspect and Adapt events, and other SAFe execution activities.
• Support enterprise Agile transformation roadmaps tailored to mission objectives and SAFe delivery practices.
• Coach senior leaders, Product Management, Product Owners, Scrum Masters/Team Coaches, and ART stakeholders on SAFe, Lean-Agile, and product management best practices.
• Establish Agile governance structures, metrics frameworks, and feedback loops for tracking program execution, backlog health, flow, and delivery predictability.
• Assess current state, identify gaps, and drive improvements in delivery predictability, flow efficiency, PI execution, and backlog maturity.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding of new team members.
• Inspire teams, foster a positive culture, and drive performance.
• Understand team member perspectives and goals, provide support, and foster a trusting and inclusive work environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and disability insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job.

Veterans First Commitment:

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization.

Our Commitment:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Apply Now: Take advantage of this unique opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in Federal contracting!