Business Analyst, Data

SiXworks an IBM company

. Capture and document operational data requirements and target-state reporting requirements to support migration design .

Posted 10/8/2026contractFarnborough • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in capturing and documenting operational data requirements, defining data mapping, and producing reporting specifications. Proficient in engaging stakeholders and supporting migration planning within Agile and Waterfall environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Business Analyst ExperienceData Migration ExperienceAgile and Waterfall MethodologiesJira ProficiencyUK Security Clearance Eligibility

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Hard Skills

Data MappingReporting Requirements DocumentationKPI DefinitionOperational Data AnalysisData Process Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationProblem-Solving AbilityCuriosityMotivation for Continuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Jira

Industry Keywords

Defence SectorGovernment SectorStakeholder EngagementUser Acceptance TestingMigration Planning Workshops

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Capture and document operational data requirements and target-state reporting requirements to support migration design
Understand operational data flows and reporting requirements so dashboards and reports meet Authority needs
Engage stakeholders to elicit reporting and migration requirements
Document current- and future-state data processes
Define data mapping requirements
Support migration planning workshops
Produce migration requirement specifications
Capture reporting use cases
Define KPIs and measures
Document data sources and flows
Produce reporting requirements documentation
Support user acceptance activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Business analyst experience on technical, ideally IT, projects
Experience working within Agile and Waterfall environments, including Kanban
Strong verbal and written communication
Experience with data migration and/or data reporting
Experience with Jira
Proven experience in defence or government sectors would be ideal
Must have or be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance
Strong problem-solving ability
Curiosity and motivation to continuously improve technology design and delivery

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mostly remote working arrangement
Occasional travel to Farnborough or Hook
Opportunity to work on secure, mission-critical technology for Defence and National Security organisations
Collaborative environment focused on innovation, practical thinking, and continuous improvement