Alexus McGriff

About Alexus McGriff

As a motivated and results-driven Business Analyst with 5 years of experience, I specialize in the prioritization of technology projects and have a proven track record of driving projects to successful completion. My expertise in agile lifecycle methodologies, stakeholder management, and technology backlog management has enabled me to balance strategic objectives with detailed execution, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.Currently, at Citi, I manage a substantial technology backlog and oversee a budget exceeding $200MM, strategically prioritizing initiatives to align with leadership roadmap goals and regulatory requirements. My role as a liaison and subject matter expert between cross-functional teams has significantly enhanced stakeholder engagement and improved project prioritization by 30%.In addition to my business analyst experience, I have also served as a Product Manager, spearheading the development and delivery of innovative products. I am skilled in conducting extensive research and discovery, gathering valuable customer insights, and collaborating with design and engineering teams to enhance user experience and functionality.Real estate has been a passion of mine for over 3 years, and I enjoy staying informed about market trends and opportunities in the industry. My co-founding of a non-profit organization, Be the Difference, Inc, reflects my commitment to making a positive impact, having awarded scholarships to college-bound seniors since 2021.With strong analytical skills, a passion for customer-centric solutions, and a commitment to continuous improvement, I am eager to explore growth opportunities in Sr. BA, Technical BA, and Product Manager roles where I can drive innovation and enhance user satisfaction. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a dedicated professional who is passionate about leveraging technology to achieve business success.

Experience

1. Lead Technology Business Analyst, VP

   Citi

   Mar 2023 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   On the Demand Management & Intake team, identified and addressed critical gaps in the Demand Management process, ensuring seamless delivery of the technology book of work.• Managed and maintained a substantial technology backlog, overseeing a budget exceeding $200MM for safety, soundness, and operational initiatives.• Acted as a liaison and subject matter expert between cross-functional teams, enhancing stakeholder engagement and achieving a 30% increase in on-time project prioritization.• Strategically prioritized technology initiatives in alignment with leadership roadmap goals, regulatory requirements, and vendor support timelines, reducing budgetary waste by 12%.• Led the implementation of process improvements, resulting in streamlined demand intake and accelerated project approvals.• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and mitigation strategies, ensuring project alignment with organizational objectives and compliance standards.

Education

• Washington and Lee University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.) , Computer Science and Sociology

  2014 — 2018

• Washington and Lee University

  Bachelor of Science, Computational Science

Skills

• Programming Languages; Python, C, Java
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Word
• Powerpoint
• Time Management
• Youth Development
• Leadership