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.

Find IT Systems Analyst Jobs on Ladders

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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$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-tier service and support for complex systems in the U.S. Federal Government. Engage in hands-on maintenance and ensure operational excellence while trave...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$114K - $171K *

Grow your career by owning product domains, driving strategy, and leading cross-functional teams to optimize performance and deliver impactful solutions aligned with business objectives...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $150K *

Drive innovative SAP Finance solutions by leading consulting projects, shaping proposals, and guiding teams to deliver value for clients in the Financial Services sector. Leverage extensive experience...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing hybrid networks across AWS, OCI, and on-premises environments, ensuring secure connectivity and compliance while troubleshooting complex issues in a f...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Elevate public safety solutions by implementing and supporting Emergency Call Handling systems. This remote role requires extensive travel and expertise in cloud technologies, ensuring seamless deploy...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Help us modernize our systems by owning the intake process and guiding agile delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our quoting, pricing, and subscription management capabilities...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$244K - $366K *

Transform technology leadership by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing cybersecurity, and fostering innovation across a decentralized organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to align technolo...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance executive talent strategies through data-driven insights, ensuring effective succession planning and leadership development. Leverage your expertise in talent management pla...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring database and application reliability. This role focuses on diagnosing outages, coordinating recovery efforts, and supporting enterprise IT operations to mainta...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $130K *

Optimize validation strategies and ensure compliance for GxP-regulated systems. Lead risk assessments, mentor junior team members, and oversee quality assurance activities throughout the system lifecy...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $128K *

Empower your career by supporting a vital contact center platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize integrations and enhance customer experiences across voice, SMS, and email channe...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $156K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$58K - $110K *

Take ownership of third-party risk management by assessing vendors, documenting risks, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and support audits...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Champion innovative technical solutions as you lead the architecture and implementation on cutting-edge projects. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery and...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage Canadian corporate tax compliance and optimize operations by driving tax accounting practices and ensuring legislative adherence in a dynamic environment. Engage in audits and support strategic...

Montreal, QCRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee IT operations, user lifecycle management, and security for a growing organization. This hands-on role allows you to set standards and processes while serving as the...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $235K *

Drive your career forward by owning SEC reporting and disclosures, coordinating cross-functional processes, and enhancing the quality and efficiency of external financial reporting as a critical membe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Lead the AirHub implementation, coordinating complex enterprise initiatives and ensuring operational readiness across cross-functional teams, from UAT to production rollouts, enhancing user support an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate our Salesforce platform by managing CI/CD processes, release management, and deployment automation. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure, high-quality solutions while driving continuous imp...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $251K *

Transform logistics operations by leading SAP EWM configuration efforts, ensuring seamless integration and optimization of warehouse processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $235K *

Help us drive innovation in electrical engineering for data center projects, leading complex design, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate across functions to o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $230K *

Transform healthcare data ecosystems as a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer, leading platform-specific builds to modernize legacy systems into AI-ready lakehouses while collaborating with client data t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $165K *

Drive success at leading Oracle Fusion Cloud projects, bridging technical expertise and financial acumen to deliver top-tier support and enhancements across Financial and Supply Chain modules with eff...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$122K - $179K *

Advance your career by leading enterprise analytics and data governance initiatives. Collaborate with executive leadership to create analytics solutions that drive strategic decision-making and enhanc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic analytics initiatives across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop impactful analytic models and drive governance to achieve top line...

Norfolk, VARemote

Reposted 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.