Business Analyst - Information Security Defence

• To understand the current business environment: Analyse and understand the current business environment Analyse and understand the current business strategies Understand the current trends and developments in the industry  
• To identify and understand business requirements: Work with user departments in the identification and documentation of user requirements
• Assess and document the business implication of user requirements to the business process involved Propose and document process improvements where appropriate
• Define business rules and guide the implementation of these rules in the development of the various application systems  
• To determine a suitable solution to business needs/requirements: Works closely with System Analysts and Project Managers to design and implement solutions
• Provide input on alternatives presented by the technical designers and answer detailed questions regarding the business design
• Engage the most appropriate business representatives to obtain input and agreement on alternatives that are presented  
• To deliver the required solution: Research, document and prepare business cases on appropriate technologies, which will align with the business strategies of the organisation
• Define scope of solution and ensure understanding of scope by business user Review technical solutions and business processes against business requirement specification
• Assist in the identification of data conversion and reporting requirements
• Facilitate and co-ordinate User Acceptance Testing Understand, document and escalate project risks Liaise with other project areas to co-ordinate interdependencies and resolve issues  
• To train business users: Render support and facilitate sessions for end-users, including training where applicable  
• To continuously support the business environment: Maintain an understanding of enterprise business initiatives and objectives, the various line portfolios, and current trends and developments in the technology field
• Assist Senior Business Analyst to monitor portfolio activities

Qualifications  

• B. Degree
• FTI BA Certification - Desirable

Experience      

• 3-5 years solid Business analysis experience in an information security environment 
• 2-3 years Retail industry desirable 
• Experience in and an understanding of Information security including Cyber Security with understanding of (Data loss prevention, privileged access management, endpoint security, encryption)

Knowledge and Skills  

• Formal training in business analysis and design methodologies 
• Experience in participating in projects relating to information security defense 
• Solid track record in successful delivery in the BA environment 
• Experience in a global business environment is preferred
• Business understanding of the broader retail industry will be advantageous