Lead Business Analyst - Healthcare Payer Domain (SME)

Role Overview: You will play a crucial role in understanding business needs, providing customized solutions, and ensuring project success while adhering to industry standards and regulations. Key Responsibilities: - Define functional specifications, process flows, and use cases to guide solution design and delivery - Collaborate with IT, QA, and business teams to align on project scope, objectives, and deliverables - Perform gap analyses to identify areas for process optimization and system enhancements - Conduct workshops and stakeholder meetings to gather insights, validate requirements, and drive alignment - Transform complex business processes into clear, actionable technical documentation - Contribute to testing strategy formulation, define test cases, and participate in UAT to ensure quality - Offer expert guidance during solution implementation to ensure compliance and alignment with business goals - Support stakeholders through training and change management initiatives Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred - Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA, CMS, ACA) - Strong proficiency in analytical problem solving and producing high-quality documentation - Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills - Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies - Proficiency with Business Analysis tools and techniques Additional Details: The company prefers candidates with the following certifications: - Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) - Healthcare-specific certifications such as CHC or CPCO,