Drupal Business Analyst
- Washington, DC, United States
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
VG Systems, LLC is seeking a highly qualified Drupal Business Analyst to support the modernization, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Drupal-based web platforms. The Drupal Business Analyst serves as a liaison between stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams, translating business needs into clear requirements and actionable development tasks. This role manages project backlogs, coordinates Agile/Scrum activities, supports testing and quality assurance, and helps maintain website accessibility and content quality. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manage and maintain project backlogs in Azure DevOps, translating stakeholder needs into requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and actionable work items.
- Break down project requirements into phases, epics, Product Backlog Items (PBIs), and development tasks to support planning and execution.
- Facilitate Agile/Scrum activities, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and epic development sessions.
- Collaborate with customers, product owners, and technical teams to gather requirements, clarify priorities, and ensure solutions align with business needs.
- Develop test plans and test cases, execute testing, document results, and identify and report defects for resolution.
- Prepare release documentation, including release requirements and test results.
- Monitor website accessibility using Monsido, evaluate flagged issues, and coordinate with developers to resolve valid Section 508 compliance concerns.
- Review and refine website content for accuracy, clarity, consistency, usability, and adherence to plain language standards.
- Provide guidance or training on tools such as Drupal and Monsido to support effective platform use.
- Provide content management support when needed to maintain continuity of website operations.
- Maintain project documentation, workflows, and process records, and communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Experience in business analysis, requirements gathering, and translating business needs into technical requirements.
- Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies, software development life cycles, and backlog management.
- Experience with Azure DevOps or similar project management and tracking tools.
- Ability to facilitate meetings, coordinate stakeholders, and manage competing priorities.
- Knowledge of software testing practices, including test plans, test cases, defect identification, and documentation.
- Familiarity with Drupal or other content management systems.
- Understanding of Section 508 accessibility standards and website accessibility practices; experience with Monsido is preferred.
- Knowledge of website content quality, usability, and plain language principles.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining attention to detail and delivering quality results.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Communications, or a related field, with at least five (5) years of relevant experience; OR
- Associate's degree in a related field, with at least seven (7) years of relevant experience; OR
- High school diploma or equivalent, with at least nine (9) years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis, requirements management, Agile project coordination, or a related field.
HUBZone Preference:
VG Systems, LLC provides preference to candidates residing in a designated HUBZone. Selected candidates may be required to complete HUBZone attestation and provide supporting documentation upon hire.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
VG Systems, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.