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Systems Analyst

Eliassen Group
Washington, DC Contractor
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/25/2026
Description:
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.

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

Responsibilities:
  • 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.

Experience Requirements:
  • 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.
  • ship required.

Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree.

Recruitment Transparency Notice



Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:

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.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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