Business Analyst - Identity & Authentication

Peraton is a national security and enterprise IT company supporting government missions and critical systems. The Technical Business Analyst will support the Department of Defense’s enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management platform by analyzing business processes, documenting requirements, and collaborating with federal and contractor teams. The role also supports Agile planning, requirements traceability, compliance, and ongoing program reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with program stakeholders to gather, validate, and document business, functional, and technical requirements
• Develop user personas, use cases, workflow diagrams, wireframes, interface mockups, and functional specifications supporting mobile authentication, enrollment, account recovery, proxy access, and partner application integration
• Analyze existing workflows and system processes to identify gaps, efficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Translate complex operational needs into clear, actionable requirements for technical teams
• Develop use cases, workflow diagrams, Requirements Traceability Matrix
• Support development, testing, and implementation by ensuring requirements traceability throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare business process documentation, user stories, functional specifications, and process maps
• Develop workflow diagrams and document mobile authentication user journeys
• Document API integration guidance
• Assist in backlog refinement, prioritization, and sprint planning in an Agile environment
• Facilitate meetings, capture action items, and maintain clear communication across program teams
• Ensure compliance with federal standards, program governance, and data security requirements
• Provide ongoing support, reporting, and analytical insights to PMs and government stakeholders

Requirements:

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD, 9 years with HS Diploma
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Experience as a Business Analyst on federal government programs
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, user story development, and requirement management tools
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly
• Self‑motivated and effective at working remotely
• Experience supporting DMDC, DoD, or personnel data systems
• Familiarity with AMASS or similar large‑scale data matching programs
• Exposure to data analysis, SQL, or system integration activities