Systems Analyst

Federal Government client is seeking Systems Analyst (APS6) to translate business requirements into technical requirements that align with relevant architectures.

The role will place you as a Senior Systems Analyst with responsibilities to create, evaluate and document ICT solutions in new and existing ICT systems. They may propose modifications to the existing systems and
processes, or design new systems to meet user needs as expressed in requirements documentations or user stories.

Senior Systems Analysts are responsible for translating business needs into ICT system requirements and specifications for enhancements. It includes designing, analysing and documenting software systems to meet business expectations. They are responsible for writing functional specifications from the business requirements.

The role will involve having or the ability to gain knowledge of the department’s software development lifecycle, tools, services, deployment procedures and cyber security policies as well as industry best practices. You will work closely with Software Architects, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Developers and Testers with the shared purpose of building simple, helpful, respectful and transparent services for everyday Australians.

Duties may include:

• perform detailed analysis and evaluation of business processes and requirements
• create solution designs and implement solutions to meet business needs
• create and maintain solution documents
• support daily operations and monitor performance of business solutions
• adhere to delivery and support methodologies and contribute ideas for improvement
• perform detailed technical application assessments considering feasibility, resource effort, risks and benefits
• conduct testing activities such as test planning, execution coverage reviews and defect management
• collaborate with stakeholders to define tasks, 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, design and testing documents
• review research, process models and documentation of other staff, providing guidance and feedback
• resolve or escalate issues as required and suggest alternative approaches and solutions
• manage the life cycle of changes and improvements to systems

Estimated start date 01 Oct 2026

Initial contract duration 12 months

Extension term up to 24 months

Experience level APS6 equivalent

Location of work Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide

Working arrangements Hybrid. The Labour Hire Worker is to work onsite on a full-time basis for the first 6 weeks. A hybrid flexible working arrangement may then be considered, ensuring the Labour Hire Worker’s residing address is within reasonable travel time and distance of the RFQ location to present onsite in cases of emergency or to meet business requirements.

Security clearance Must be an Australian Citizen with an active Baseline

About the Client

The client is in the frontline of government service delivery, supporting millions of Australians, and is front and centre of a vision to be a world leader in government service delivery. It’s using cutting-edge technology to build world class platforms and capabilities to help Australians get on with their lives.

Criteria

The Client has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters.