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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$165K - $175K *

Join a dynamic engineering team as a Senior Technical Advisor, providing strategic guidance on emerging technologies and systems integration while supporting Agile program execution and modernization...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career by configuring and optimizing Workday solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance HR operations and user experience through innovative system solutions and maintain data inte...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Transform client businesses by leading AI strategy and implementation. Drive impactful consulting engagements, build trusted relationships, and leverage emerging technologies to deliver measurable out...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead transformative AI consulting engagements, driving business value through innovative strategies and solutions. Collaborate with clients to assess processes, develop roadmaps, and implement AI tech...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $158K *

Champion high-availability database platforms, driving automation and cloud modernization. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance reliability and performance across hybrid environments, ensurin...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare with AI solutions. As an AI Solutions Engineer, you'll develop integrations and tools that enhance customer workflows, bridging the gap between clients and o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $250K *

Lead the charge in our cybersecurity operations, overseeing teams and strategies to enhance effective security monitoring and incident response while ensuring top-notch service delivery across diverse...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $130K *

Transform operational efficiency by leading process improvement initiatives, analyzing performance metrics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions that align...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the consolidation of financial models and metrics, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making across the organization...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $198K *

Build and lead a robust Service Management Office to enhance IT operations, ensuring effective governance, accountability, and continuous improvement across a complex 24x7 environment, while fostering...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage data center operations, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability. Lead teams, optimize resources, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance infrastructure reliability and se...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $150K *

Drive impactful consulting solutions, guiding projects from analysis to deployment while shaping strategies that meet global business needs and enhance client capabilities across the consulting lifecy...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $135K *

Unlock the potential of secure application access by providing engineering support, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and collaborating with teams to enhance service reliability and customer experi...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $175K *

Optimize customer engagement by leading the transformation of ServiceNow CSM capabilities, driving scalable solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and stre...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Veeva CRM implementations for life sciences clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable solutions, analyze business processes, and drive continuous improvemen...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive data excellence by designing, developing, and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines across various platforms, ensuring quality and reliability to support analytics and AI workflows in a collaborative, d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $175K *

Optimize healthcare compliance by leading regulatory assurance efforts, ensuring adherence to HIPAA, HITECH, and HITRUST standards while collaborating with clinical leadership to maintain a defensible...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and execute regulatory strategies for multi-region clinical trials, ensuring compliance and timely submissions. Collaborate with project teams to manage risks and drive operational excellence thr...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales of AI solutions to community banks and credit unions. Manage the full sales cycle, from pipeline generation to closing, while exceeding quotas in a fast-paced, high...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $167K *

Empower your career by leading IT systems development, implementation, and maintenance. Oversee complex networks, ensure security, and drive automation, all while collaborating to enhance operational...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$68K - $131K *

Unlock potential by leading procurement activities, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure compliance with regulations while managing sourcing strategies and negotiations for a dive...

California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $170K *

Lead the charge in innovative software solutions for healthcare, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance patient care and meet customer needs through cutting-edge technology and creative problem-s...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive IT transformation by managing complex programs, influencing stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery across multiple projects. Play a key role in enhancing customer experience and improvin...

Englewood, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $147K *

Shape your career by leading data integration initiatives that drive enterprise-wide consistency and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver trusted, scalable data products while ensuring...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $109K *

Lead and optimize global IT infrastructure management by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ensure efficient design, deployment, and operations of ICT spaces to maintain high standards in data...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.