Systems Analyst

Hybrid Initially 5 days then will go Hybrid when comfortable 2 days per week in office in Washington, DC

Our client seeks a Systems Analyst to support a federal program in Washington, DC. The role requires strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, technical requirements gathering, and change management. The analyst will assess and translate business needs into system recommendations, support enhancements to existing applications, and coordinate across teams to deliver reliable solutions. The position emphasizes SQL proficiency, documentation, customer service, and collaborative problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen with the ability to obtain Public Trust clearance. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $35.00 to $40.00/hr. w2

• Investigate, analyze, and resolve routine and advanced issues in assigned functional areas.
• Gather, assess, and evaluate client application requirements.
• Perform needs assessments and requirements definitions.
• Analyze, design, implement, and maintain client solutions and environments.
• Contribute to larger projects under supervision, including data development, analysis, documentation, and client interaction.
• Develop depth in a specialization such as solution design or architecture.
• Coordinate work with developers, testers, operations, engineers, and clients.
• Author technical documentation, including requirements and presentations, and conduct demonstrations.
• Support clients with solution design, customization, delivery, training, and technical presentations.
• Recommend components for basic system integrations.
• Write specifications for application or system enhancements.
• Recommend database design changes to support solutions.
• Execute SQL queries to troubleshoot and analyze data issues.

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate, and triage technical issues across teams.
• Ability to conduct test risk and system impact analyses.
• Ability to identify, document, and track defects thoroughly.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.
• Professional, team-oriented attitude.
• Preferred: CBAP or similar certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Data Studio is ideal.
• Experience in software testing, creation, and implementation.
• Capability to write SQL to support testing and back-end database validation.
• Must meet DOJ Minimal Background Investigation (MBI) Level 5 requirements with fingerprints prior to start. EQIP JPAS transfers acceptable. Public Trust or DoD clearance background helpful.
• US citizenship required.

Bachelor’s Degree.

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Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

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