System Analyst
しすてむぶんせきしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who analyzes business requirements of companies or organizations, and performs requirements definition and business flow design for IT systems.
Description
Systems analysts interview and investigate clients' business flows and requirements, and define IT system requirements through As-Is/To-Be analysis. They create documents such as requirements specifications, business flow diagrams, and data models, and handle explanations and coordination with system designers and development teams. They often manage adjustments between stakeholders and specification changes, requiring strong communication skills and logical thinking.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing due to growing needs for business process optimization through DX promotion. The value of personnel who can handle big data and AI implementation will further increase.
Personality Traits
Excellent communication skills / Has cooperativeness / Has listening skills / Has logical thinking
Work Style
Flex Time / In-house Development / On-site Assignment / Remote / SIer
Career Path
Junior Systems Analyst → Senior Systems Analyst → IT Consultant → Project Manager → IT Management
Required Skills
Business Analysis Techniques / Data Modeling / Interview Techniques / Office Software / Requirements Definition / UML/ER Diagram Design
Recommended Skills
English Document Reading / Project Management Knowledge / SQL / UML
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to logically organize and analyze business requirements and system specifications. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because omissions or inconsistencies in specifications can lead to system failures. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination with stakeholders and interviews, smooth communication is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to resolve gaps between business issues and system functions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with low physical load. |
Related Qualifications
- Applied Information Technology Engineer Examination
- Fundamental Information Technology Engineer Examination
- Systems Architect Examination
Aliases
- Systems Analyst
Related Jobs
- IT Consultant
- Requirements Definition Engineer
- Systems Engineer