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American Chemical Society

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization. Together with our charitable partner, the American Cancer Society, we work in Congress, state legislatures and local jurisdictions to support evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem.

Senior Business Analyst

Business AnalystBusiness AnalystFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 1,001-5,000

Location

United States

Posted

5 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Seniority

Senior

Job Description

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. 

The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

The Sr. Business Analyst, IT, Product & Portfolio Center provides advanced expertise in requirements analysis, solution evaluation, and business process optimization for complex IT initiatives. This role partners with business and IT leadership to ensure solutions align with ACS’s strategic priorities and enterprise architecture. The Sr. Business Analyst mentors junior analysts, drives process improvements, and ensures requirements practices mature in line with organizational needs. Success in this role is defined by enabling ACS to deliver high-value, high-quality technology solutions that enhance efficiency and constituent experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

  • Leads requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation for complex and enterprise-level IT initiatives. 30% 

  • Collaborates with product owners, architects, developers, and QA teams to ensure solutions align with business needs and technical standards. 25% 

  • Analyzes current business processes, identifies gaps, and recommends improvements to increase efficiency and scalability. 20% 

  • Provides mentorship and guidance to business analysts, sharing best practices and supporting skill development. 10% 

  • Facilitates stakeholder alignment, prioritization, and governance processes for requirements10% 

  • Contributes to enterprise BA practices, tools, and continuous improvement initiatives. 5% 

 

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. 

  • Preferred Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field. 

  • Certificate(s) or License(s): CBAP required; Agile/Scrum certification preferred. 

  • Years of experience: 5-7 years of IT business analysis experience, including work on enterprise-level initiatives 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:  

  • Advanced knowledge of business analysis methodologies and frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid). 

  • Proven ability to lead complex requirements efforts, including facilitation of cross-functional workshops. 

  • Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. 

  • Ability to analyze complex systems and data flows to design effective requirements strategies. 

  • Proficiency with BA and portfolio tools (Jira, ADO, Confluence, Visio, Planview, or equivalent). 

  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with ability to anticipate risks and dependencies. 

  • Demonstrated leadership ability to mentor analysts, guide process improvements, and foster accountability in requirements delivery. 

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Minimal travel (0–15%) may be required for project, team, or dept. meeting. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Frequent sitting and computer use. 

  • Availability and ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, etc. as needed, to be on call and/or to fulfill job responsibilities and requirements. 

The starting rate is $XX to $XX. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.

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