System Analyst Professional – McLean, VA

Essential Job Functions

Designs and implements new methods, procedures, and systems (both automated and manual) to improve the processing and flow of information within the company.
Develops and provides documentation of the system specifications, including system scripts, system installation procedures, system backup and recovery techniques and system test methods.
Conducts and provides cost/benefit analyses for new proposed program modifications, methods, and procedures.
Analyzes, installs and configures applications; troubleshoots network problems, and monitors and evaluates system performance.
Establishes operational databases, software configuration controls and system interfaces for computer system(s) assigned.
Maintains file servers and network access; documents and analyzes system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
Prepares systems for operational use and supports operational tests.
Assists clients in articulating and defining their business requirements and assists in preparing the business case justification for technical investment decisions.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or related field preferred
Two or more years of system analysis or systems development experience
Experience working with appropriate programming languages, operating systems, hardware and software
Experience working with relational databases to facilitate systems analysis

Other Qualifications

Good personal computer and business solutions software skills
Analytical and problem solving skills for design, creation and testing of programs
Communication skills to interact with team members and support personnel
Interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members
Ability to work in a team environment

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