IT Business Analyst

Job Summary:
Our client is seeking a IT Business Analyst to join their team! This position is located in Chicago, Illinois. 
 
Duties:

• Develops, implements, and communicates a strategic vision to meet both business unit and corporate goals
• Leads cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity
• Assumes accountability for financial and staffing resources, including developing and managing capital and expense budgets
• Liaises across departments to optimize resource allocation and ensure profitability aligns with planned objectives
• Takes full accountability for the unit’s performance and profitability in comparison to established plans
• Implements metrics and monitoring processes to assess and enhance outcomes
• Manages multiple units or functions by directly overseeing a group of managers
• Acts as a seasoned leader with extensive business experience and broad functional expertise, fostering proactive strategic leadership
• Prior experience with Symantec DLP, Microsoft Purview, or other security tools is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of data protection and testing business test cases related to test policies
• Familiarity with encryption technologies and their application in securing data will be an advantage
• Collaborates in the creation and testing of business test cases, ensuring compliance with security policies and data governance frameworks
• Works closely with stakeholders to validate requirements and ensure effective implementation of solutions

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required
• Functional industry knowledge is required
• Highly flexible and adaptable to change
• Knowledge of business strategy development is necessary to provide long term planning and to manage the profitability/performance of a major business segment
• Leadership and organizational skills are required to direct the activities for the multiple units
• Proven experience in a similar role with a focus on data protection and security tools
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to oversee and validate test cases and business processes
• Knowledge of encryption and data security best practices 

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position is between $51.00 and $71.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.