IT Systems Analyst Jobs

Explore IT Systems Analyst opportunities for experienced professionals who connect business needs with effective technology solutions. These roles assess how systems, applications, and processes work together, then recommend improvements that support reliability, security, and organizational goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities for IT Systems Analysts across industries.

What Does an IT Systems Analyst Do?

IT Systems Analysts evaluate an organization’s technology environment and translate stakeholder requirements into clear system specifications. Their work may include analyzing workflows, documenting requirements, coordinating system implementations, testing changes, and helping teams resolve technical or operational issues. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on enterprise applications, infrastructure, integrations, data systems, or business process improvement.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek analytical problem-solving, requirements gathering, process mapping, and strong communication skills. Familiarity with enterprise platforms, databases, system integration, testing methods, cybersecurity principles, and project management can also be valuable. Many positions call for a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with a track record of delivering technology initiatives in collaboration with business and technical teams.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

IT Systems Analysts can work in sectors such as finance, healthcare, technology, government, and professional services. With experience, professionals may advance into senior systems analysis, solution architecture, IT project management, business systems leadership, or enterprise technology strategy. Compensation varies by location, industry, specialization, and experience. Browse Ladders to find vetted IT Systems Analyst jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic risk management solutions for high-profile clients. Drive growth and profitability while mentoring teams and influencing market trends through expert knowledge a...

Solon, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $147K *

Drive strategic alignment by managing business system features, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring effective communication within Agile teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance use...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $154K *

Elevate your career by installing and programming advanced electronic security systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure the integrity of communication and power systems while adhering to ind...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $240K *

Transform the future of distributed systems by designing and building robust platform components. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and scalability in mission-critical environments, driving...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $118K *

Unlock potential by driving application security initiatives through innovative tooling and automation. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to safeguard cloud platforms and implement security b...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $197K *

Lead strategic compliance initiatives for federal customers, ensuring security and regulatory adherence. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage audits, and influence executive decisions to maint...

Fields, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, translating business goals into scalable solutions, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrating complex healthcare a...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower mission success by engineering and enhancing unified communications platforms, ensuring seamless voice and collaboration for secure operations. Drive troubleshooting, support implementation, a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $199K *

Champion innovative HPC and GenAI solutions by deploying and optimizing GPU systems. Engage directly with clients to deliver cutting-edge infrastructure, ensuring high performance and reliability acro...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead financial strategy and analysis, driving performance management and decision support. Collaborate with executives to translate business goals into actionable financial plans an...

Tucson, AZRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us in providing strategic financial leadership to enhance planning, forecasting, and performance management. Collaborate with executives to translate business strategies into actionable financial...

Maitland, FLRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of Risk and Security by leveraging your expertise to co-create innovative solutions with partners, driving adoption and commercial success through strategic engagement and technical l...

Austin, TXRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $183K *

Join a team that's driving partner growth through strategic engagement, AI adoption, and solution development. Collaborate across diverse partner types to enhance business outcomes and ensure scalable...

Vienna, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional to lead control assessments, ensuring consistent application of methodologies and quality oversight across multiple clients while mentoring assessors...

Charleston, SCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform technology solutions by leading cross-functional teams to innovate across ServiceNow, Salesforce, and AI platforms, delivering mission-critical applications and strategic program management...

Chantilly, VARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$200K - $230K *

Lead a team that operationalizes advanced AI security solutions for enterprises, ensuring integration and compliance across environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Innovate with us as you lead technical delivery for enterprise data integration and migration projects, focusing on Higher Education and Salesforce ecosystems. Drive solution architecture, manage team...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering exceptional software solutions by leading quality assurance efforts and implementing robust test strategies, ensuring the reliability and performance of inno...

Oak Brook, ILRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to lead AI agent deployments in healthcare. Leverage your software engineering expertise and client-facing skills to drive technical delivery, influence product development, and en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion AI deployment by designing and implementing innovative solutions across multiple platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer experiences while ensuring data governance and security...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Software Developer, driving the design and deployment of cutting-edge AI platforms. Collaborate across the full stack to create intelligent applications that enhan...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining Virtual Desktop Infrastructure by engineering, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge VDI systems. Collaborate on innovative solutions to enhance security, performance...

Pocatello, IDRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $163K *

Drive high-quality IT service delivery in healthcare by leading design, implementation, and improvement processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance clinical workflows and ensure system availab...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $125K *

Explore your potential as a Software Architect, designing and enhancing build systems and delivery platforms. Collaborate with teams to implement CI/CD practices and ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Inspire the evolution of commercial systems, enhancing integration and automation across platforms like Salesforce and HubSpot. Drive AI adoption to streamline workflows, ensuring data integrity and r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Systems Analyst do?question toggle

    An IT Systems Analyst assesses technology systems and business workflows, gathers requirements, and helps design, test, and improve solutions that meet organizational needs.

  • What skills are important for IT Systems Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include systems analysis, requirements gathering, process documentation, communication, problem-solving, testing, and familiarity with enterprise applications and integrations.

  • What qualifications do IT Systems Analysts typically need?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but roles often ask for a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and practical experience with business systems, technology projects, and stakeholder collaboration.

  • Where do IT Systems Analysts work?question toggle

    IT Systems Analysts work across industries, including finance, healthcare, technology, government, and professional services, wherever organizations rely on complex information systems.

  • Can IT Systems Analysts earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and specialization. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.