Senior Business Analyst – Defence Digital Transformation (Contract)

About the role

Ncounter is seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to support a major Defence programme. The role involves delivering complex digital transformation projects across highly secure UK environments, working closely with senior military and civilian stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Gather, analyse and translate complex operational requirements into clear, actionable deliverables.
• Facilitate workshops and engage senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with business needs.
• Produce high‑quality documentation, process maps and business models.
• Support the delivery of large‑scale technology and digital change programmes within secure MOD sites.
• Travel to MOD locations regularly (approximately every two weeks) to maintain stakeholder relationships.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst within MOD or other high‑security environments.
• Active DV or SC clearance (or ability to obtain/reactivate MODNet access).
• Recent experience (within the last six months) delivering projects for the Ministry of Defence.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, comfortable working with senior military and civilian leaders.

Required skills

• Clearance: DV or SC.
• Familiarity with MOD processes and secure environments.

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate of £600‑£650.
• Initial 3‑6 month contract with high likelihood of extension.
• Opportunity to work on programmes that directly support national security.