Computer Systems Analyst Jobs

Explore computer systems analyst jobs that match your experience and career goals. Computer systems analysts evaluate an organization’s technology systems and processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and help connect business needs with effective IT solutions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover high-paying roles across industries.

What Computer Systems Analysts Do

Computer systems analysts assess hardware, software, workflows, and data needs to determine how technology can support business objectives. Their work may include gathering requirements from stakeholders, documenting existing systems, recommending upgrades or integrations, coordinating implementations, and evaluating whether solutions deliver measurable results. Depending on the organization, the role may overlap with business analysis, systems architecture, project management, or IT consulting.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Look For

Employers often seek strong analytical and problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to translate technical concepts for nontechnical audiences. Knowledge of systems analysis, databases, enterprise software, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and project delivery can be valuable. Relevant education and experience vary by employer; specialized industry knowledge and a record of delivering successful technology improvements may help candidates stand out.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Computer systems analysts work in sectors such as finance, healthcare, government, technology, manufacturing, and professional services. Opportunities may include business systems analyst, IT systems analyst, applications analyst, enterprise systems analyst, or senior systems analyst positions. Responsibilities and compensation depend on factors including seniority, location, industry, and technical specialization.

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$100K - $120K *

Empower our Construction Management team by overseeing rail project operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing contractor activities to deliver successful infrastructure outco...

Bridgewater, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Provide your expertise to enhance system reliability and performance. You'll define service level objectives, build observability, and lead incident response, ensuring our platform meets high availabi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize client compliance engagements by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST CSF standards while driving operational excellence and fostering strong rel...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as a Reliability Engineer, enhancing heavy equipment performance through analysis and maintenance improvements. Collaborate with field crews to boost uptime and implement reliabili...

Alberta, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $161K *

Join us to ensure the highest quality standards for our FDA-cleared AI clinical platform. Collaborate across teams to drive software design quality, manage regulatory compliance, and enhance post-mark...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and coordinating protective relay systems. Leverage your 12+ years of experience in utility substations to craft innovative solutions, collaborate on projects, and eng...

Tennessee, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $155K *

Explore a dynamic role combining application engineering with hands-on field support. Collaborate with customers and teams to troubleshoot and optimize solutions, ensuring successful installations and...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading the transition to automation. Drive strategy, mentor a global QA team, and enhance testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client experiences by optimizing multi-cloud hosting environments. As a key technical leader, ensure performance, security, and reliability while driving strategic improvements and collaborati...

Bedford, NHRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production infrastructure for a high-throughput application. Manage AWS deployments, enhance availability, and drive critical initiatives impacting millions of users glob...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and integration of advanced nuclear energy systems by applying systems engineering methods to translate objectives into clear, verifiable requirements and solutions, while collab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining detailed construction schedules, ensuring timely project delivery through collaboration, risk mitigation, and strategic analysis. Thrive in a dynamic envi...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $158K *

Drive the reliability and scalability of critical systems by leading automation efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and deliver exceptional customer experiences while ma...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$124K - $186K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and maintaining reliable infrastructure for large-scale applications. As a Site Reliability Engineer, you'll support developers and ensure the uptime of critic...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$107K - $204K *

Transform data governance by designing and developing automation solutions that enhance metadata management and data quality processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align engineering e...

North Carolina, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $140K *

Champion the reliability and performance of critical systems, driving architecture evolution and incident response. Collaborate with a skilled team across AWS and Azure, ensuring security and scalabil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing rail projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen client relationships while managing project delivery...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze solar PV energy yield assessments for utility-scale projects. Lead performance modeling and mentor engineers while expanding expertise across various renewable energy te...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $204K *

Transform cost engineering by leading modeling and benchmarking efforts, driving transparency in supplier negotiations across diverse products. Collaborate with teams to develop innovative cost soluti...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $106K *

Shape the future by collaborating with stakeholders to analyze and document system requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency across products while enhancing functionality and user experience in a...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of bulk power system reliability by leading strategic assessments, performance analysis, and data integration. Drive innovative methodologies and collaborate with multidisciplinar...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading our Site Reliability Engineering team, ensuring the reliability and performance of our cloud-native platform. Drive technical excellence, cultivate a high-performance cultu...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform our platform by enhancing performance and reliability as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer. Collaborate with teams to optimize Ruby on Rails applications, leverage AI for operational effici...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a computer systems analyst do?question toggle

    A computer systems analyst evaluates an organization’s technology and workflows, gathers business requirements, and recommends or helps implement systems that improve efficiency and support organizational goals.

  • What skills are important for computer systems analyst jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include systems analysis, critical thinking, communication, requirements gathering, project coordination, and familiarity with databases, enterprise applications, cloud technologies, or other relevant IT systems.

  • Where do computer systems analysts work?question toggle

    They work across industries including finance, healthcare, government, manufacturing, technology, and professional services, wherever organizations rely on information systems.

  • What job titles are related to computer systems analyst roles?question toggle

    Related titles include business systems analyst, IT systems analyst, applications analyst, enterprise systems analyst, and senior systems analyst. Titles and responsibilities vary by employer.

  • How can I find computer systems analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and filter listings based on your experience, location, and career preferences.