Business Analyst

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.

• This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*

Job Title:  Business Analyst
Location:  Albany, NY (Hybrid)
Duration: 30 months (with potential for extension)
W2 Hourly Rate: $58–$68/hour
Application Deadline-  October 15, 2026
Overview:
We are seeking a Business Analyst who will support our NYS client. The Business Analyst will support NYS ITS Integrated Eligibility System (IES) initiatives by gathering and validating requirements, analyzing business processes, and collaborating with business and technical stakeholders. This role will help translate stakeholder needs and complex business rules into functional requirements and process improvements aligned with program objectives.

Duties

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and business and technical teams to gather, analyze, and validate requirements for IES initiatives.
• Document business rules, stakeholder needs, functional requirements, and supporting business analysis artifacts.
• Analyze current business processes, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend solutions aligned with project objectives.
• Facilitate stakeholder discussions to clarify requirements, resolve questions, and support delivery of technology initiatives.
• Coordinate with technical teams to ensure proposed solutions address documented business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Mandatory Qualifications

• At least four years of experience as a Business Analyst (Level II).
• At least six years of experience working in an Integrated Eligibility System program across various workstreams in a Health and Human Services setting.

Desirable Qualifications

• At least four years of experience identifying, documenting, and validating system requirements across multiple agencies, including modernization work extracting and documenting legacy system logic and business rules focused on the Human Services Child Support domain.
• At least four years of experience conducting business process analysis and optimization, documenting As-Is processes, and proposing To-Be web-based client-facing applications.
• At least four  years of experience creating requirements documentation (process flows, user stories, wireframes, and specifications) using established templates in requirements management tools such as Blueprint.

What We Offer

Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure. Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change. Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration. A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning. Ready to make a difference? We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.

Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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