Technical Business Analyst – Database Migration

Quantam Solutions provides IT solutions and consulting for various clients. We offer competitive hourly wages, health benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. We are currently seeking a Senior Business Analyst. This is a fully onsite position in Frankfort, KY requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Current working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Our client is seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Business Analyst (BA) contract position.

Please review the position overview, project description, responsibilities, deliverables, and qualifications below. Candidates submitted should closely align with the requirements of the position.

Work Location: Onsite in Frankfort, Kentucky

Project Description

Our client is seeking a qualified Senior Business Analyst to support the migration of Microsoft Access databases and other data repositories to a new, separate database system.

The Senior Business Analyst will serve as a bridge between technical teams and end users by developing clear, accurate, and actionable documentation to support a smooth transition, minimize downtime, and maintain data integrity.

The selected contractor must be able to create clear and comprehensive project documentation using consistent templates and styles. Documentation must be technically accurate, easy to understand, and aligned with business objectives.

The Senior Business Analyst will work at the highest level of multiple phases of information systems analysis while considering the business implications of applying technology to both current and future environments.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

• Document Migration Processes: Develop step-by-step migration guides, checklists, procedures, and troubleshooting documentation for migrating Microsoft Access databases and other data repositories to the new system.
• Collaborate with Technical and Business Teams: Work closely with database administrators, developers, IT support teams, and business stakeholders to gather requirements, validate data mappings, and ensure technical accuracy.
• Facilitate Requirements Analysis: Identify and implement appropriate systems analysis procedures and practices. Facilitate requirements-gathering activities with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Provide Strategic Leadership: Contribute to strategic planning, promote the effective use of technical services to solve business problems, manage customer expectations, and, when needed, lead re-engineering efforts or serve in a project management capacity.
• Maintain Documentation Repositories: Organize and maintain project documentation within a centralized repository, ensuring materials remain accurate and current throughout and following migration activities.
• Review and Edit Technical Content: Proofread and edit technical documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, accuracy, and completeness.
• Monitor and Follow Up: Evaluate migration outcomes, update documentation as needed, and incorporate feedback from end users and project stakeholders.
• Develop Standards and Policies: Assist in developing technical standards, procedures, and policies that meet customer and departmental needs.
• Adapt to Changing Requirements: Adjust priorities and deliverables as project requirements and departmental needs evolve.

Candidate Qualifications and Requirements

• Technical Writing: Demonstrated ability to develop clear and comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, structured user stories, and formal requirements specifications.
• Requirements Gathering: Experience facilitating requirements-gathering workshops and collaborating effectively with non-technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Database Knowledge: Familiarity with Microsoft Access, SQL, and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to accurately document technical processes, data mappings, and data integrity checks.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data structures, data mappings, migration processes, and migration scripts.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into clear, understandable language for business users and stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing solutions, priorities, project requirements, and departmental needs.