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IT Business Analyst in Minneapolis, MN

IT Business Analyst Job Description

Business analysts in the technology sector help organizations strategize how and where to improve technologically to increase business efficiency and reduce IT costs. These analysts are often tasked with designing or redesigning technical solutions to address specific business problems. They may also need to supervise development and integration processes and assume a front-line role in change management to help ensure planned projects are successfully executed. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems or business administration is often preferred for this position, as are several years of relevant technical or business work experience.

Typical IT business analyst duties:

Identifying, refining, and validating complex business requirements, interdependencies, and potential risks and issues related to technology projectsEvaluating and documenting technical specifications and user and business requirements, and keeping that documentation accurate and up to dateFacilitating effective communication between, and gaining buy-in from, business units to help ensure business strategies and technology solutions are alignedConducting post-implementation research to determine how a new solution is being used and recommending improvements

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Salary for IT Business Analyst in Minneapolis, MN
97324 - 140843
25th percentile
97324
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
117369
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
140843
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
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