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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Use Ladders to discover senior-level opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and explore positions where your systems expertise can make a meaningful impact.

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$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and support advanced Active Network Management Systems, leading their lifecycle from development to commissioning while ensuring integration with external systems and del...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Transform data into actionable insights, empowering operational leaders to enhance client performance and uncover strategic opportunities across diverse datasets and analytical challenges...

Irving, TXRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving analytics and AI solutions for clients, managing a $10M+ portfolio. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities, build value stories, and achieve aggressive sale...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $125K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic SOC team, mentoring analysts, and managing complex security incidents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operations and protect top organizati...

Tampa, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $105K *

Champion the development of AI agents and workflows, leveraging GenAI.mil to create innovative automated solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and deliver high-qualit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $129K *

Transform security operations by automating ICAM workflows and enhancing Zero Trust policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build secure, scalable solutions that strengthen enterprise sec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering by developing scalable Python microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to enhance real-time data processing and cloud-based solutions...

Bethesda, MDRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Innovate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on transformative omnichannel engagement, creating impactful software solutions for the pharmaceutical sector, and enhancing HCP interactions thr...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock insights by managing data analysis and reporting for healthcare revenue cycles. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver predictive analytics and operationalize AI solutions, enhancing decision...

Los Angeles, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior sales professional, driving new business opportunities and crafting tailored solutions for clients. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, understand client ne...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Transform identity governance at scale by leading the SailPoint ISC platform. Drive strategy, architecture, and compliance across global operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

1 week ago

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

$109K - $164K *

Drive advanced digital forensics and incident response initiatives while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Leverage deep technical knowledge to enhance operational capabilities and ensure exceptio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $129K *

Engage in enhancing our digital platforms through user collaboration, requirement gathering, and solutions application. This role focuses on supporting user satisfaction and promoting effective system...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $200K *

Optimize large-scale AI data center deployments by architecting rack-level compute solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of compute, storage, and networking...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $111K *

Elevate quality assurance efforts for ITSM applications by devising test strategies, executing various testing methodologies, and ensuring stakeholder acceptance. Drive continuous improvement while co...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

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United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $126K *

Unlock potential by leveraging comprehensive datasets to drive impactful business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze trends, develop solutions, and improve clinical outcomes while man...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise solution implementations by leading requirements analysis, designing scalable architectures, and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and manage c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $163K *

Transform database environments by leading architecture and administration efforts across multiple platforms, ensuring compliance and performance for mission-critical applications in a dynamic, remote...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Transform healthcare analytics by leading the development of APR-DRG audit criteria. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payment integrity through data-driven insights and innovative so...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive complex federal platform initiatives, enhancing security, compliance, and infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and cross-functional leadership...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $143K *

Drive innovation in the deployment of enterprise AI workloads. You'll architect solutions, optimize data pipelines, and ensure performance while collaborating closely with engineering teams to redefin...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advanced support for industrial control systems. As a key escalation point, you'll tackle complex issues, drive system stability, and mentor junior staff in a dynamic 2...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare technology by developing and maintaining our Electronic Health Record platform using Ruby. Collaborate in an agile environment to deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the integration landscape by designing and managing CI/CD pipelines, APIs, and infrastructure for hybrid environments, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality software delivery for mis...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.