Business Analyst
Location : Portland, OR | Vancouver, WA | Tri-Cities, WA | Greater Washington State and Utah
Employment Type : Contract (W2)
Industry : Energy & Utilities
Duration : 6+ months (with potential extensions)
Contact : recruiting@corsource.com | 503-726-4545
About CorSource
We are CorSource Technology Group, a locally owned technology consulting firm in Portland, Oregon. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with skilled professionals to support public and private utility, energy, and infrastructure clients. We specialize in aligning talented individuals with mission-driven, technology-forward organizations that keep our region running.
Position Overview
CorSource is actively seeking experienced Business Analyst within the energy and utilities sector. Ideal for an analytical professional who enjoys working in fast-paced environments, managing stakeholders, and supporting large-scale system, data, and process improvements.
Successful candidates will apply a combination of strategic thinking, technical documentation, and business process improvement to support program delivery, technology upgrades, compliance initiatives, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Business Analysis & Requirements Gathering
- Elicit, document, and analyze business and technical requirements through stakeholder interviews, workshops, and existing systems documentation
- Translate stakeholder needs into business cases, use cases, process maps, and user stories
- Conduct current and future state gap analysis and propose solution alternatives
- Support feasibility studies, cost / benefit analysis, and what-if modeling to evaluate operational changes
Data Analysis & Reporting
Gather, analyze, and interpret structured and unstructured data using Excel, SQL, or BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)Forecast trends and generate insights to support strategic decisionsPerform data validation, audit system data, and develop reports for cross-functional teamsCreate and maintain dashboards, performance metrics, and visualizations to track outcomesTechnical & Process Documentation
Develop technical and operational documentation such as standard operating procedures, system configuration notes, and support materialsContribute to solution design documentation for IT systems, cybersecurity measures, and data integrationsCreate end-user guides, training materials, and onboarding documentationProject Support & Change Management
Support project delivery efforts including scope definition, schedule tracking, and stakeholder communicationsParticipate in system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and solution deployment activitiesAssist in the development and execution of change management plans to support adoption of new tools and processesPresent analysis findings and recommendations to internal teams, executives, or project sponsorsQualifications
Required :
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of professional experience in business analysis, preferably in utilities, energy, or regulated environmentsDemonstrated experience with requirements gathering, documentation, and business process improvementStrong technical writing, verbal communication, and presentation skillsAdvanced proficiency in Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and WordExperience with project methodologies such as Agile and WaterfallPreferred :
Experience with data tools such as SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platformsFamiliarity with IT system design, cybersecurity documentation, and operational support processesKnowledge of utility metering systems, grid operations, customer service systems, or energy compliance standardsBackground working in critical infrastructure, operations planning, or enterprise IT environmentsKnowledge of process modeling tools and concepts (e.g., BPMN, UML)Why Work with CorSource?
When you join our network, you gain access to exclusive contract opportunities in high-impact organizations. Our team takes the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills — from short-term projects to long-term engagements that make a difference.
CorSource Technology Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.