Role Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical and structured Business Analyst (BA) with exposure to network infrastructure and firewall management to support a strategic automation initiative. The role focuses on translating complex network security requirements into well-defined, build-ready artifacts while driving governance, stakeholder alignment, and measurable value delivery.
This is not a generic BA role—you’ll be working closely with Network Engineers, Security Teams, and Developers to enable automation in firewall rule lifecycle management.
Required Skills & Experience
Core BA Skills
- Strong experience in Business Analysis within Agile environments
- Expertise in requirement gathering, use case modeling, and backlog management
- Ability to create developer-ready user stories and functional specifications
- Strong analytical and documentation skills
Networking / Security Domain Knowledge (Critical)
- Working knowledge of:
- Firewall rule lifecycle (creation, validation, deployment)
- Network security concepts (ACLs, NAT, zones, ports, protocols)
- Experience working with Network / Security teams is mandatory
Tools & Practices
- Agile tools: Jira
- Documentation: Confluence / SharePoint
- Strong proficiency in Excel (for migration and reporting tracking)
KPIs / Success Metrics
- % Requirements validated with Network Engineers
- Scope Stability Index (change control effectiveness)
- Backlog readiness and story quality metrics
- Lead time (requirement → build-ready)
- % Delivery vs planned backlog
- Migration progress (manual → automated processes)
- Business value delivered (hours saved, processes eliminated)
- Traceability completeness (FSD ↔ SDS mapping)
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 5–10 years of experience as a Business Analyst
- Prior experience in network security / firewall / infrastructure projects
- Comfortable working in cross-functional, enterprise environments
- Strong communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders
- Detail-oriented with a bias for structure, governance, and measurable outcomes
Nice to Have
- Experience in automation or DevOps environments
- Exposure to API-based integrations
- Understanding of ITSM or change management processes
