Junior Quality Assurance/Business Analyst

Chevo Consulting
tuition assistance, 401(k)

Jan 28, 2025
Description *Chevo* is currently hiring a Junior Quality Assurance/ Business Analyst to join our expanding firm. This position will provide the opportunity for significant client interaction by learning the client's business and to become a trusted advisor. This candidate will help the IRS ensure strategic plans, modernization efforts and infrastructure projects are well-planned and managed to successful completion. The ideal candidate will demonstrate versatility in understanding and performing work related to process and procedural planning, capital planning, and program governance. Location, New Carrollton, MD. Duties and Responsibilities: Support the design or modification of business systems or IT systems. Interact with the business stakeholders and subject matter experts in order to understand their problems and needs. Gather, document, and analyze business needs and technical requirements. Document process flows. Ensure and review that the business/technical requirements are understood and translated to system design and procurement requirements are consistent with frameworks/standards. Propose solutions to business problems and, as needed, design technical solutions. Document the functional and, sometimes, technical design of the system. Interact with system architects and developers to ensure system is properly implemented. Create and execute test cases against the developed code. Review and create system documentation and user manuals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required; an additional four (4) years of related work experience can substitute for a degree. At least four (4) years of relevant experience required. Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI clearance is a plus). Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for 3 years and be Federal Tax compliant. Experience in soliciting and documenting requirements, technical writing and document preparation, and creating and utilizing test cases. Demonstrated success in client support. Experience working under Agile software development methodologies. Self-starter that does not require extensive guidance. Proactive communication skills with multi-site located team. Understanding of business modeling and technical requirements identification processes. Demonstrated problem-solving and structured analysis skills. Proficient in presentation and facilitation skills. Experience in conducting systems analysis using design methodologies. Demonstrated ability to create process models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to system programmers. Ability to communicate process changes, enhancements, and modifications - verbally or through written documentation - to management, peers, staff, and other employees so that issues and solutions are understood. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Desired Qualifications: Prior experience supporting IRS IT programs Knowledge of IRS business systems and data Active IRS Moderate Risk MBI clearance is a plus Familiar with the Agile software development methodology Experience with Federal government acquisition strategy, capital planning, investment management, and IT strategic planning Knowledge of Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) Demonstrated use of collaboration tools Skill using Microsoft Project SALARY RANGE: $68,500.00-$80,500.00 ELIGIBLE FOR PERFORMANCE BASE BONUS *Chevo* offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid leave, observes all 11 federal government holidays, 401K plan with matching, monthly SMART card employer contribution for commuting expenses, tuition assistance and more! Chevo, a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), has made Consulting Magazine's 2023 and 2024 "Best Firms to Work For" list and is a 2023 Elev8 GovCon honoree. *Chevo* is a nine-time awardee of the Alliance for Workplace Excellence award; ranked one of the best Small Business Strategy firms by Consulting Magazine; made the Washington Technology Fast 50 list; and has earned multiple Program Management Industry awards. *Chevo* Consulting, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.