System Analyst

DescriptionKforce has a client in Hopkins, MN that is seeking a System Analyst.Key Responsibilities:Process Improvement and Analysis:* Document current-state infrastructure processes, workflows, dependencies, handoffs, controls, and decision points* Identify process inefficiencies, bottlenecks, duplication, control gaps, and improvement opportunities* Facilitate workshops and working sessions with technical and non-technical stakeholders* Develop process maps, standard operating procedures, governance documentation, and implementation recommendations* Define and track process measures, key performance indicators, and improvement outcomes* Partner with engineering teams to improve consistency, execution, and accountability across infrastructure domainsInfrastructure Technical Hygiene:Support initiatives focused on:* Patch and vulnerability management* Technology currency and lifecycle management* Operational governance and maintenance window coordination* Infrastructure standards and configuration compliance* Technology risk reduction* Operational resiliency and recovery processesGovernance and Reporting:* Create executive-ready reporting, presentations, and decision materials* Track workstream progress, risks, dependencies, decisions, and action items* Support audit, regulatory, risk, and governance activities* Develop sustainable reporting mechanisms, dashboards, and transition materialsRequirements* 5+ years of experience in enterprise infrastructure, technology operations, platform engineering, systems administration, cloud operations, or a related technical discipline* 2+ years of experience in process improvement, business analysis, operational excellence, or continuous improvement* Experience working within a large, complex technology organization* Foundational knowledge of process improvement methods such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement* Experience developing process documentation, workflow diagrams, and operating procedures* Ability to analyze data, identify trends, perform root cause analysis, and recommend practical operational improvements* Strong facilitation, stakeholder management, and change adoption skills* Exceptional work ethic, personal accountability, and ownership mentality* High energy and the ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced environment* Self-starter capable of driving work with minimal supervision* Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliable follow-through* Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and momentum* Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, architects, managers, executives, risk partners, and non-technical stakeholdersStrong understanding of multiple infrastructure disciplines, including several of the following:* Windows and Linux platforms* Cloud infrastructure, with Azure preferred* Network technologies* Databases and middleware* Storage, backup, and recovery technologies* Monitoring and observability platforms* Vulnerability and patch management* Infrastructure lifecycle management* Technology operations and service managementJob TypeContractCompensation38 - $51