• The Data Analysts should have broad range expertise in business analysis and business requirements.
• The Analysts will be required to gather supporting information that defines the current data state of the National Institute on Aging (NIA) for both extramural and intramural research programs to include clinical research, grants, and business operations.
• Experience should include skill in determining the business needs and data requirements of external and internal clients through interviews, consultations, document analysis, surveys, business process descriptions, and task and workflow analysis.
• Experience should include documenting detailed project plans, and requirements throughout a product’s life - cycle.
• The Business Analyst shall serve as the subject matter expert on Enterprise Performance Life Cycle (EPLC) framework to develop project documentation in relation to business needs and requirements, project performance baselines plan and core activities and change management processes, product reviews and product deliverables, and documentation for all IT projects as they evolve through each phase within the project life cycle.
• The Business Analyst shall ensure EPLC status and tracking of section activities and action items are satisfactorily accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and funding parameters.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication (oral, written, presentation), interpersonal and consultative skills.
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification desired.

LS3 was founded/incorporated in 2001. We are a minority, women-owned small disadvantaged business (SDB). We became SBA 8(a)/SDB certified in 2005, LS3 was one of the first firms ever to receive a GSA Certificate of Services Approval as an HSPD-12 Systems Integrator, which is a core competency required for success in any ICAM initiative. Since obtaining this qualification, LS3 has maintained a consistent presence in supporting both ICAM and HSPD-12 Programs and expanded our robust corporate capability within our HSPD-12 Qualification Category. LS3 is listed within the GSA Schedule 70, Special Item Number (SIN), 132-62 for HSPD-12 Product and Services Components, and SIN 132-60F as an Identity and Access Management Professional Services entity, both of which are important designations and capabilities for USDA to consider as part of any ICAM support and services. LS3’s System Integration capabilities fully address any integration and support needs for Logical Access Control System (LACS) and Physical Access Control System (PACS) environments and applications. LS3 offers a challenging and fast-paced environment, outstanding benefits, competitive salary, training, and potential for advancement. An Equal Opportunity Employer