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Nikhil Chinthala

San Jose,CA

Summary

Proactive and detail-oriented IT Support Analyst and Business Analyst with 8 years of combined experience in business process analysis, requirement gathering, documentation, and technical support. Adept at bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions by translating requirements into clear functional specifications and ensuring smooth system implementation. Skilled in troubleshooting technical issues, providing end-user support, and managing IT systems, while also contributing to the successful delivery of business transformation projects.

At Avan Global Technologies in Hyderabad, gained valuable experience as a Business Analyst by collaborating with clients and internal teams to define requirements, prepare process documentation, and support Agile project execution. Assisted in backlog management using JIRA, created user stories and acceptance criteria, and supported testing activities to ensure client needs were met.

At Exceloid Soft Systems Pvt Ltd, worked as a Business Analyst focusing on requirement analysis, workflow documentation, and stakeholder communication. Experienced in developing process flows using Visio and Lucidchart, performing requirement traceability, and validating functionalities through User Acceptance Testing (UAT). Supported the preparation of wireframes, dashboards, and functional specifications while coordinating with developers, QA testers, and project managers to ensure timely delivery of solutions.

Academic expertise is further reinforced by a Capstone Project at St. Francis College titled “Student Information Management System”, where I served as a Business Analyst and Team Coordinator. In this project, I gathered requirements from faculty and students, designed workflows and system diagrams, and developed functional documentation for a centralized platform to manage student profiles, attendance, grades, and course registrations. I also prepared wireframes, coordinated testing activities, and presented the project outcomes to faculty, showcasing process automation, improved data accuracy, and enhanced user experience.

Skilled in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, JIRA, Confluence, MS Visio, Lucidchart, Draw.io, SQL (basic), Power BI, Tableau, and wireframing tools like Figma and Balsamiq. Known for strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, clear communication, and adaptability to dynamic environments. Recognized for building effective collaboration between stakeholders, technical teams, and management to deliver solutions that improve efficiency and user satisfaction.

Looking forward to leveraging combined expertise in IT support, business analysis, and academic project experience to contribute meaningfully to technology-driven initiatives and organizational success

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Analyst

Exceloid Soft Systems Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad, India
12.2020 - 06.2022
  • Gather, document, and analyze business requirements from stakeholders.
  • Translate requirements into functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
  • Analyze As-Is processes and propose To-Be improvements.
  • Create process flow diagrams, workflows, and system maps using tools like Visio, Lucidchart, or Draw.io.
  • Collaborate with developers, QA, and UX teams to ensure correct implementation.
  • Use JIRA and Confluence for requirement tracking, backlog management, and documentation.
  • Assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) – prepare test cases, validate functionalities, and ensure business needs are met.
  • Support in data analysis and reporting using Excel (advanced), Power BI, or Tableau basics.
  • Prepare wireframes or mockups with tools like Balsamiq or Figma for requirement validation with stakeholders.
  • Perform basic SQL queries for data validation, extraction, and analysis support.
  • Maintain requirement traceability and update documents throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Present progress updates, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

IT Support/Technical Client Support Analyst

Avan Global Technologies
Hyderabad, India
08.2014 - 05.2020
  • Provided L1/L2 technical support for end-users through ServiceNow and Jira, resolving hardware, software, and network issues within SLA.
  • Created and managed user accounts, password resets, and group policies in Active Directory and Azure AD.
  • Installed, configured, and troubleshot Windows & macOS systems, along with Office 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive).
  • Monitored and supported VPN connectivity and remote access tools (Cisco AnyConnect, FortiClient).
  • Logged, tracked, and escalated incidents using ServiceNow ticketing system, maintaining detailed documentation in Confluence.
  • Assisted with data reporting and asset tracking using Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
  • Coordinated with vendors for system repairs and managed device lifecycle using SCCM / Intune.
  • Provided executive / VIP support for video conferencing platforms like Zoom, MS Teams, WebEx.
  • Conducted software patching, antivirus updates, and endpoint security monitoring with Symantec / CrowdStrike.
  • Delivered technical training to employees and maintained internal knowledge base using Confluence / SharePoint.

Education

Master of Science - Information Technology & Management

St Francis College
Brooklyn, NY
07-2025

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Engineering

Bharat Institute of Engineering And Technology
Hyderabad, India
07-2019

Skills

  • Troubleshooting hardware and software issues
  • Operating systems: Windows, macOS, Linux (basic)
  • Network configuration and connectivity support
  • Active Directory and user account management
  • Ticketing systems (ServiceNow, JIRA, or similar)
  • System installation, upgrades, and patch management
  • Remote desktop support tools (TeamViewer, AnyDesk, RDP)
  • Printer, peripheral, and device support
  • Antivirus and security software management
  • Basic knowledge of cloud platforms (Office 365, Google Workspace, AWS basics)
  • Documentation and knowledge base creation
  • Strong problem-solving and customer service skills

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional

Timeline

Business Analyst

Exceloid Soft Systems Pvt Ltd
12.2020 - 06.2022

IT Support/Technical Client Support Analyst

Avan Global Technologies
08.2014 - 05.2020

Master of Science - Information Technology & Management

St Francis College

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Engineering

Bharat Institute of Engineering And Technology
Nikhil Chinthala