Our public sector client in Toronto requires a Business Analyst with the following qualifications: Mandatory Skills: 5-9 years Knowledge of current information management systems, including data base, spreadsheet, word processing, and graphics software 5-9 years Demonstrated experience in conducting requirements sessions by interviewing client stakeholders, business and system partners, by analyzing existing systems, practices and procedures and in preparing recommendations for approval by the client and IT senior management 5-9 years Demonstrated experience in identifying and translating high level conceptual user-requirements into specifications of business requirements to guide application development activities, deliverables, and the selection of tools. This includes developing business strategies for the application of new technologies, leading and/or participating in business process re-engineering and developing business cases 5-9 years Demonstrated experience in information modeling using RUP and Enterprise Architecture to model business and system requirements 5-9 years Demonstrated experience with UML by using IBM® Rational® Software Modeler for modeling RUP artifacts 5-9 years Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with IBM® WebSphere® v5/v6, JEE 5-9 years Demonstrated experience as a project team member, in major multi-disciplinary cross functional project teams, dealing with diverse business environments, especially municipal/provincial environments, and having a good understanding of the business drivers in these environments Desirable Skills includes: Knowledge of and experience with Government of Ontario policies and procedures with respect to IT, especially business case development, project approvals and technical environment Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills to prepare and present a broad range of complex materials to diverse business and technical groups Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and deliver within extremely tight deadlines Knowledge of emerging IT trends and technologies We thank all people who apply, however only qualified candidates will be contacted.