Principal Business Analyst/Project Manager
First seen by Alion on Sep 4, 2026.
Roles & Responsibilities for Principal Business Analyst/Project Manager:
Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Execute projects according to the project plan, ensuring milestones are met and deliverables are of high quality.
Team Leadership:
- Lead and motivate team Business Analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Conduct regular team meetings, provide guidance, and address any challenges that may arise during project execution.
Stakeholder Communication:
- Establish and maintain effective communication channels with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide regular project updates, address concerns, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
- Proactively address issues that may impact project timelines or deliverables.
Quality Assurance:
- Implement and uphold quality assurance standards for all project deliverables.
- Conduct thorough reviews of project outputs to ensure they meet established criteria.
Resource Management:
- Optimize the allocation of resources, both human and technological, to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Collaborate with the team to identify resource needs and secure necessary support.
Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and risk assessments.
- Ensure that project documentation complies with organizational standards.
- Experience working with API's, XML, XSD's etc.
Candidate Profile:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in project management tools and methodologies.
- Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile practices.
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills. This should include the ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams, present to senior management, and negotiate with stakeholders.
- Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable. (Not mandatory)
- Agile or Scrum Master certification is a plus.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to travel occasionally to project sites in specified geographies.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Adaptability to evolving project requirements and priorities.
Skills
IT Business Analyst, IT Project Management, IT Jobs in BFSI, Agile, Scrum, PMP