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Chandika Karanam

@chandikakaranam

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Experienced Business Analyst specializing in data analysis and compliance.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters collaboration and offers opportunities for growth in data analysis and compliance.

I am an experienced Business Analyst with over 4 years of expertise in regulatory compliance, data analysis, and process optimization. My proficiency in SQL and Excel allows me to extract, analyze, and report data effectively, supporting compliance and operational decisions. I have a compliance-focused mindset, adept at handling complex data variance issues and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

Throughout my career, I have led requirements-gathering sessions with senior stakeholders, translating business needs into actionable technical specifications. My strong testing background includes developing and executing end-to-end test strategies, ensuring system reliability and functionality. I am committed to continuous improvement, leveraging my knowledge of SDLC methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, to enhance operational efficiency and meet project goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Business Analyst

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Technoviz

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Conducted detailed data analysis and validation using SQL to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and generate reports for audits. Led requirements-gathering sessions with senior stakeholders, translating business needs into functional specifications, and developed comprehensive test strategies including UAT and regression testing. Identified areas for process improvement within compliance

SQL Data Analysis Regulatory Compliance Requirements Gathering UAT Regression Testing Process Improvement Waterfall SQL Server

Business Analyst

Sudheesah Smart Solutions

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Interacted with users to gather requirements and developed comprehensive User Requirements and Functional Specification documents for system enhancements. Wrote complex SQL queries to extract and analyze data, supporting decision-making and troubleshooting, and created use case diagrams and flowcharts in MS Visio. Participated actively in Agile sprints, providing input on development priorities an

SQL Requirements Gathering Functional Specifications MS Visio Agile Data Analysis Test Planning Documentation MS Office Suite Waterfall

Business Analyst (Intern)

Win AMR Systems Pvt. Ltd.

Dec 2018 - Present (6 years 6 months)

Participated in client meetings to capture user requirements and documented end-to-end process requirements. Developed test plans and test coverage matrices, managing UAT and regression testing to ensure system robustness. Utilized Lotus Notes to document and track system defects and created traceability matrices for impact analysis.

Requirements Gathering Test Planning UAT Regression Testing Lotus Notes Data Analysis SDLC SQL MS Office Suite Waterfall

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Houston Clear Lake

Master's, Computer Information Systems

Completed a Master's degree focusing on advanced topics in computer information systems. Relevant coursework included Information System Security and Web Development and Administration, providing a strong foundation in modern IT infrastructure.

Satyabama Institute of Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering

Pursued a Bachelor of Engineering, gaining foundational knowledge in computer science and programming. Relevant courses covered OOPS concepts, C++, C language, and SQL, building strong analytical and problem-solving skills.