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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$80K - $95K *

Engage in proactive security operations, compliance, and incident response. Collaborate with clinical and compliance teams to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security across all systems, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Manage and maintain Windows and Linux systems, ensuring operational stability and security. Oversee system setup, patching, troubleshooting, and compliance activities while collaborating with cross-fu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $102K *

Shape the future of finance and technology by enhancing global processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and support informed decision-making in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $145K *

Explore a pivotal role in configuring and managing the City's HR and payroll systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, enhance processes, and support payroll operations while driving syste...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in systems engineering, overseeing project performance, and delivering innovative solutions for Command and Control systems. Collaborate across disciplines t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading change management initiatives across IT departments, ensuring effective implementation and compliance with industry standards while enhancing collaboration and communicatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Elevate enterprise infrastructure by leading OpenShift administration and optimization. Collaborate with agile teams to enhance application delivery for national security, ensuring high availability a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of healthcare technology by managing critical IT systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, reliability, and efficiency in clinical operations, ensuring seamless suppo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Solve complex technical challenges as you manage and modernize critical IT infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, reliability, and efficiency in supporting essential clinical sy...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by leading IBM z/OS systems programming projects remotely. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades and ensure system availability, while delivering detailed documentation and sup...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Advance enterprise finance operations by optimizing Workday Finance systems. Collaborate with finance stakeholders and technical teams to ensure scalable solutions, enhancing efficiency and resolving...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive application security excellence by conducting penetration tests, secure code reviews, and vulnerability assessments. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and communicate findings...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing MRO testing activities, ensuring system functionality, and supporting deployment solutions. Leverage your expertise in IT systems testing and contribute to a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $219K *

Lead the administration of Autonomic Logistics Information Systems (ALIS) and Mission Planning Environment (MPE) to ensure operational integrity and support JSF missions. Collaborate with users and ma...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$50K - $175K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative Anaplan solutions, transforming complex business requirements into high-performance planning models that enhance Aritzia's Product...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$71K - $119K *

Join our dynamic team to enhance client relationships and drive innovative solutions in the life sciences sector. Leverage data analytics and AI to deliver impactful services, ensuring client satisfac...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $204K *

Champion the analysis and design of supply chain processes, enhancing technology solutions for seamless integration across systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational excellence and su...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading IT security initiatives, assessing risks, and driving remediation efforts across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $170K *

Drive innovative solutions in supply chain systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance Oracle ERP and MES capabilities, ensuring project success and operational excellence in a dynam...

Kentucky, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$84K - $98K *

Transform HR processes by leveraging Workday solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance system functionality, troubleshoot issues, and deliver insightful analytics, ensuring data integrity and opera...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of financial systems as a Senior Business Systems Analyst, driving the integration of Finance and Accounting with SAP S/4HANA solutions. Lead, strategize, and enhance technology align...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to a robust security framework by managing compliance and risk activities, enhancing security policies, and leading audits to ensure operational integrity and resilience across the organiza...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive global labeling solutions by bridging business needs with IT systems. This role involves analyzing and optimizing SAP processes, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a role that enhances global labeling solutions by optimizing SAP processes, collaborating across teams, and driving continuous improvements to ensure efficient and compliant labe...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Optimize global labeling solutions by analyzing processes, gathering requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive improvements in SAP systems to enhance compliance and operationa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.