Systems Analysts translate business requirements into technical requirements that align with relevant architectures.
Systems Analysts are responsible for designing and analysing ICT systems and products. They gather requirements for process improvements and new features by engaging business users and development and testing teams. They are responsible for writing functional specifications from the business requirements.
Systems Analysts:
- deliver flexible, quality service and products to improve customer experience
- work under the general direction of senior staff to deliver results
- make ethical, evidence based decisions
- build rapport and maintain stakeholder relationships.
- perform analysis and evaluation of business processes and requirements
- support the creation and implementation of solutions to meet business needs
- support the creation and maintenance of solution documents
- provide support to daily operations and monitor performance of business solutions
- adhere to delivery and support methodologies and contribute ideas for improvement
- perform technical application assessments considering risks and benefits
- conduct testing activities such as test coverage reviews, formal or informal test execution and test planning
- collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues, solve problems and ensure effective and timely implementation of projects
- undertake project quality management tasks such as peer and quality reviews of specifications and design documents
- prepare correspondence such as reports and technical documentation for review by senior staff
- escalate issues as required and suggest alternative approaches and solutions
- assist with cost analysis activities as required
- support the life cycle of changes and improvements to systems
- provide training, guidance and support for new staff where required
- act with integrity by promoting workplace practices aligned with the APS Values and the APS Code of Conduct
- the agency's strategic outlook and direction
- relevant frameworks, legislation, policies and procedures
- payments, programs and services administered by the agency relevant to work area
- the agency’s privacy, workplace health and safety and security protocols
- current practices and issues in professional area of expertise or technical discipline
- government and agency digital and technology strategy and standards
- business systems and tools.
• translate technical information for non-technical audiences • identify & analyse information & make recommendations based on evidence • think critically & analytically to solve problems • work collaboratively & integrate agile ways of working • adopt & support others to adopt emerging trends & new ways of working • seek & suggest innovations & improvements • identify & assess risks & take appropriate action • manage time & organise work to support team performance expectations
Essential criteria
- 1.Requirements definition and management: Level 3 (SFIA)
- 2.Software design: Level 3 (SFIA)
Desirable criteria
- 1.Feasibility assessment: Level 3 (SFIA)
- 2.User experience evaluation: Level 2 (SFIA)
Contract: 12 Month Contract with 1 x 12 months extension option
Security Required: Baseline Security Clearance required
Location - QLD, ACT, VIC, SA , Hybrid
How to Apply - Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Closing date: Tuesday 20 October 2026
Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information
