Senior Business Systems AnalystLocation: Owings Mills, MD Duration: 6 Months +Must HaveWe are looking at a very Senior Systems Analyst with strong expertise in- Systems Analysis Process analysis and reengineering Test strategy processSkills RequiredAbility to translate complex business requirements into detailed functional and/or technical specificationsDemonstrated ability to develop alternative solutions to complex problems and recommend the best solution to the business and project teamAbility to apply acquired knowledge from prior experience effectively in new situations (medium to high complexity)Demonstrated advanced analytical and problem solving skillsMust be able to meet with clients of varying levels to gather, document, and analyze system specifications and requirements, work closely with developers and testers in the fast-paced environment.Ability offer solutions and the business impact to clients in a clear and concise manner.Ability to work collaboratively with others in team environmentPossesses ability to use effective facilitation skills and techniques to elicit requirements from a diverse range of stakeholders and group sizeDemonstrated successful mastery of major components of the solutions lifecyclePossesses effective influencing and negotiating skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of when and how to use business assessment tools (e.g., feasibility studies, business cases and/or cost/benefit, project sizing and costing, and current state analysis/needs assessments)Understanding of how the people, processes and technology within an organization interact in relationships and patterns to create a feasible solution on projects of medium to high complexityDemonstrated mastery of test strategies, test plans, and test executionProcess oriented, logical thinker ¿ Strong negotiation and influencing skillsSkilled in the use of Visio or other process or flow chart toolStrong knowledge of business processes related to business channel supportedStrong knowledge of relational databases and conceptsStrong SQL skillsExperience using Microsoft Office SuiteExperience with project management and control preferredPrior experience in the Financial Services Industry preferredFive or more years of relevant experience working with solutions lifecycle development methodology preferred