Senior Systems Analyst

AERMOR; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Dahlgren, VA is looking for a Senior Systems Analyst. The successful candidate will analyze complex systems for DoD compliance, provide data management support, and ensure technical functionality. With at least six years of experience and IAT Level III certification preferred, this full-time role offers a chance to work within a dynamic IT environment focusing on defense systems.

Qualifications

• Six years of professional experience in systems analysis, planning, and implementation.
• IAT Level III certification is required.
• Experience with DoDAF is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business, mission, and technical requirements for system solutions.
• Develop documentation and architecture descriptions in compliance with DoD standards.
• Support database management activities and conduct application testing.

Skills

Systems analysis

Database management

Architecture design

Communication skills

Performance testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology

Tools

IBM’s System Architect

Job description

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Location: Dahlgren, VA
Clearance: Secret
Position Type: Full-Time

AERMOR is seeking a Senior Systems Analyst to provide expert‑level support in the analysis, planning, and implementation of complex business and technical systems. The individual will translate user and mission requirements into functional and technical solutions, perform application testing, and support database management operations. The role requires proficiency in systems analysis, DoD architecture frameworks, and enterprise architecture tools such as IBM’s System Architect.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business, mission, and technical requirements to develop system solutions and integration strategies.
• Support system implementation efforts, including requirements validation, configuration management, and testing.
• Develop system documentation, data flow diagrams, and architecture descriptions in compliance with DoD standards.
• Perform systems planning, performance assessments, and technical risk analyses.
• Utilize enterprise architecture tools such as IBM’s System Architect to model and manage system relationships and dependencies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, and developers to ensure accurate translation of requirements into system functionality.
• Support database management activities, including schema design, performance optimization, and data validation.
• Conduct application testing, identify defects, and recommend corrective actions to enhance system performance.
• Ensure compliance with DoD policies, cybersecurity controls, and configuration management procedures.
• Provide technical reports, briefings, and recommendations to leadership on system design, architecture, and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of professional experience in systems analysis, planning, and implementation.
• Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related discipline is highly desired.
• Experience implementing and supporting business and technical requirements for enterprise or defense systems.
• Skilled in system analysis, architecture design, and database management support.
• Qualified experience with the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF).
• Proficiency with enterprise architecture tools such as IBM’s System Architect or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of systems integration, performance testing, and data management.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology