Business Analyst - Integration Requirements

Cognizant Technology Solutions • Columbus, OH

35d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Business Analyst - Integration Requirements, you will make an impact by driving the analysis and documentation of integration requirements for complex systems. You will be a valued member of our Consulting team and work collaboratively with architects, developers, QA teams, and business stakeholders to deliver robust integration solutions.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience as a Business Analyst with significant exposure to integration requirements.
• Strong understanding of APIs (REST/SOAP), web services, and batch data processing.
• Hands-on experience with XML, JSON, and data mapping for integrations and migrations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and business teams.
• Experience in validating APIs using tools like Postman.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to life insurance industry and ACORD data standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex integration issues.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the elicitation, analysis, and documentation of functional and non-functional requirements for system integrations, including APIs (REST/SOAP), web services, and batch data processing.
• Develop and manage detailed data mapping documents for integrations and data migration projects, resolving gaps and discrepancies through transformation and enrichment logic.
• Translate business needs into precise technical specifications, leveraging knowledge of XML and JSON structures.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure alignment on requirements and facilitate design and implementation of integration solutions.
• Validate and test APIs and web services using tools like Postman to ensure compliance with business requirements and performance standards.
• Apply knowledge of insurance industry practices and ACORD data standards to standardize data exchange and ensure compliance.
• Analyze and troubleshoot integration issues, providing clear communication of impacts and resolutions to stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops, walkthroughs, and sign-off sessions to ensure clarity and alignment on scope and deliverables.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee assistance program
• 10 paid holidays plus PTO
• Paid parental leave and fertility assistance
• Learning and development certifications and programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees