Business Analyst – Entry Level

About the Role

As an Entry Level Business Analyst at CGI, you’ll work with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements. You’ll gain hands-on experience with modern analysis methods, data tools, and technology-enabled workflows, building a strong foundation in consulting skills such as requirements development, solution design, and responsible AI practices.

This position is based in Dallas, TX and requires 5 days a week in the office or on client sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of your client’s industry, organization, customers, and business objectives.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and teammates by asking thoughtful questions, actively listening, and clarifying business needs.
• Analyze business processes, user requirements, and data to identify insights, pain points, and improvement opportunities.
• Use foundational data skills (SQL basics, data exploration, statistical literacy, and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel) to support analysis.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly, translating technical concepts into language that cross-functional audiences can understand.
• Convert business needs into functional requirements, user stories, workflows, acceptance criteria, and test support materials.
• Leverage modern and AI-enabled workplace tools to organize information, summarize findings, draft documentation, identify patterns, and streamline analysis.
• Apply responsible AI practices by considering privacy, security, data quality, transparency, and appropriate human oversight when using AI-enabled tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet business needs and deliver strong user experiences.
• Support testing, usability reviews, documentation, training materials, and client deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future employer sponsorship.
• Certain positions may require U.S. Citizenship and/or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance based on client or government requirements.
• Curiosity, professionalism, and a strong desire for continuous learning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort navigating ambiguity and complex information.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify and explain complex ideas.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Exposure to business analysis, AI tools, data analysis, cloud technologies, cybersecurity concepts, or software development through coursework, internships, research, or personal projects is preferred but not required.
• Interest in learning and responsibly using AI-enabled tools, automation platforms, and modern productivity technologies to enhance business analysis.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this role is $46,400 - $85,100.

Benefits

• Ownership from day one—CGI refers to employees as "partners" and offers the opportunity to shape the company’s strategy and direction.
• Access to global capabilities, industry expertise, and expansive career opportunities.
• Support for professional growth, including skill development and leadership opportunities.
• Focus on health, well-being, and work-life balance.