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Systems Analyst

US - VA, McLean

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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Job Family :

  • Operational Effectiveness Consulting
  • Travel Required :
  • Up to 10%
  • Clearance Required :

Active Secret

What You Will Do :

The Systems Analyst is responsible for all contractor work performed in support of IT system requirements, portfolio rationalization, and enterprise architecture/technology transition planning. This role leads technical execution across multiple IT task areas, including requirements development, COTS/GOTS evaluation, emerging technology assessment, application consolidation, and enterprise architecture analysis and road mapping. The Systems Analyst serves as the primary technical interface to the Government for these areas and ensures seamless execution and technical alignment across the IT portfolio.

What You Will Need :

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or closely related technical field.
  • Minimum of EIGHT (8) years of experience in systems analysis and management of tasks related to IT integration, portfolio rationalization, and enterprise architecture.
  • ITIL certification.
  • CISSP (or equivalent) security certification.
  • Demonstrated experience with requirements definition and refinement, process reengineering, COTS/GOTS evaluation, and alternative system design reviews.
  • Experience assessing emerging IT capabilities (including AI/ML solutions), evaluating prototypes, and presenting technical findings and recommendations to Government stakeholders.
  • Experience assisting with benchmarking and integration of commercial program/portfolio management tools, source selection tools, and modeling/simulation tools.
  • Experience supporting business process reengineering and enterprise architecture to ensure statutory and policy compliance for defense business system modernizations.
  • Experience supporting IT governance processes, security reviews, business requirements reviews, and IT audit compliance.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

  • Experience with large-scale enterprise systems such as Oracle-based solutions and Enterprise Business Systems, and with acquisition enterprise tools (e.g., program management or resource tools).
  • Experience working in or with IT portfolio management teams and supporting system-to-service transformation strategies.
  • Hands-on experience integrating or supporting AI/ML capabilities and data interoperability efforts within complex enterprise architectures.
  • Strong communication and briefing skills, with the ability to convey complex technical findings to senior acquisition and business stakeholders.

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com . Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com . Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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