Applications Analyst Jobs in Maryland
Applications Analyst jobs in Maryland are concentrated in the Baltimore metro, the Washington D.C. suburbs of Montgomery and Prince George's counties, and the Annapolis area, where demand runs from junior implementation roles through senior enterprise architects. Employers with a lasting Maryland presence, including Northrop Grumman, Leidos, and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, regularly hire applications analysts with specialties in EHR systems, defense enterprise applications, and cloud-based business platforms. Maryland's dense concentration of federal contractors and large healthcare networks keeps demand for these specialties among the most active in the mid-Atlantic region. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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M-NCPPC is seeking an experienced HRIS/Workday professional to support the implementation of the Commission’s new enterprise-wide Workday ERP/Human Capital Management (HCM) system.
The Senior Corporate Applications Analyst (Term Contract) will serve as a key liaison between Human Resources, IT, business stakeholders, and Workday implementation partners. The position will provide functional expertise throughout the implementation lifecycle, from requirements gathering and process design through testing, training, go-live, and post-implementation support.
May require some evening and weekend work depending on the needs of the unit. This is a hybrid work opportunity and some remote work is permissible. The M-NCPPC is an award-winning bi-county agency that supports the Departments of Parks & Recreation and Planning in Prince George’s County and the Departments of Parks and Planning in Montgomery County in Maryland.
Salary range above represents earnings potential, salary is commensurate with experience. Salaries for Term Contract employees are hourly based on a 37.5-hour work week.
Examples of Important Duties
Key Responsibilities
- Backfill HRIS for special projects
- Serve as a functional HRIS/Workday subject matter expert supporting the Workday implementation.
- Gather, analyze, document, and validate HR business requirements.
- Conduct business-process reviews and fit-gap analysis and recommend solutions using standard Workday functionality.
- Support Workday configuration reviews, demonstrations, testing, data validation, and issue resolution.
- Develop requirements documentation, process flows, test plans, test cases, training materials, and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinate and participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and implementation readiness activities.
- Collaborate with HR, IT, implementation consultants, and business process owners to resolve system and process issues.
- Support change management, communications, training, and user adoption.
- Assist with go-live, stabilization, and ongoing Workday enhancements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Significant experience supporting HRIS, ERP, or enterprise-system implementations.
- Demonstrated hands-on Workday HCM experience, preferably in an implementation or major enhancement project.
- Strong knowledge of HR processes, including areas such as Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Performance, Time/Absence, or Payroll.
- Experience with requirements gathering, business-process analysis, testing/UAT, issue resolution, and documentation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
Highly desirable: Workday certification or training; experience with Workday reporting, integrations, data conversion/validation, and organizational change management.
Why Join M-NCPPC?
This is an opportunity to play a key role in a major enterprise transformation initiative, helping modernize M-NCPPC’s HR technology, improve business processes, and successfully transition to Workday.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or any related field.
- Two (2) years of experience performing HR work in the assigned program(s).
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which total six (6) years.
- Certifications in the area of expertise are desired (i.e., Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Professional in Talent Development (ATD), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS).
- Valid driver’s license in accordance with both state and Commission rules and regulations. Driver’s license must be unencumbered by revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee’s ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification: Senior Corporate Applications Analyst (#1277)
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hire.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
Website: Visit our website at https://www.mncppc.org/.
Description
M-NCPPC is seeking an experienced HRIS/Workday professional to support the implementation of the Commission’s new enterprise-wide Workday ERP/Human Capital Management (HCM) system.
The Senior Corporate Applications Analyst (Term Contract) will serve as a key liaison between Human Resources, IT, business stakeholders, and Workday implementation partners. The position will provide functional expertise throughout the implementation lifecycle, from requirements gathering and process design through testing, training, go-live, and post-implementation support.
May require some evening and weekend work depending on the needs of the unit. This is a hybrid work opportunity and some remote work is permissible. The M-NCPPC is an award-winning bi-county agency that supports the Departments of Parks & Recreation and Planning in Prince George’s County and the Departments of Parks and Planning in Montgomery County in Maryland.
Salary range above represents earnings potential, salary is commensurate with experience. Salaries for Term Contract employees are hourly based on a 37.5-hour work week.
Examples of Important Duties
Key Responsibilities
- Backfill HRIS for special projects
- Serve as a functional HRIS/Workday subject matter expert supporting the Workday implementation.
- Gather, analyze, document, and validate HR business requirements.
- Conduct business-process reviews and fit-gap analysis and recommend solutions using standard Workday functionality.
- Support Workday configuration reviews, demonstrations, testing, data validation, and issue resolution.
- Develop requirements documentation, process flows, test plans, test cases, training materials, and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinate and participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and implementation readiness activities.
- Collaborate with HR, IT, implementation consultants, and business process owners to resolve system and process issues.
- Support change management, communications, training, and user adoption.
- Assist with go-live, stabilization, and ongoing Workday enhancements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Significant experience supporting HRIS, ERP, or enterprise-system implementations.
- Demonstrated hands-on Workday HCM experience, preferably in an implementation or major enhancement project.
- Strong knowledge of HR processes, including areas such as Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Performance, Time/Absence, or Payroll.
- Experience with requirements gathering, business-process analysis, testing/UAT, issue resolution, and documentation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
Highly desirable: Workday certification or training; experience with Workday reporting, integrations, data conversion/validation, and organizational change management.
Why Join M-NCPPC?
This is an opportunity to play a key role in a major enterprise transformation initiative, helping modernize M-NCPPC’s HR technology, improve business processes, and successfully transition to Workday.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or any related field.
- Two (2) years of experience performing HR work in the assigned program(s).
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which total six (6) years.
- Certifications in the area of expertise are desired (i.e., Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Professional in Talent Development (ATD), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS).
- Valid driver’s license in accordance with both state and Commission rules and regulations. Driver’s license must be unencumbered by revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee’s ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification: Senior Corporate Applications Analyst (#1277)
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hire.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
Website: Visit our website at https://www.mncppc.org/.
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The qualifications that appear most often in applications analyst jobs across Maryland.
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience configuring or supporting enterprise applications such as ERP or EHR platforms
- Proficiency in SQL for querying databases and validating application data integrity
- Ability to document business requirements and translate them into technical specifications
- Experience coordinating user acceptance testing and supporting end-user training
- Familiarity with ITIL service management practices and ticketing systems such as ServiceNow
Applications Analyst Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a applications analyst in Maryland?
Most Maryland employers hire applications analysts who hold a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, or a related field. Maryland does not require a state-issued license for this role. Candidates who add vendor certifications such as those from major ERP or EHR platforms stand out in the Maryland market, where healthcare systems and federal contractors look for documented platform expertise alongside academic credentials.
How much do applications analysts make in Maryland?
Applications analysts in Maryland earn a median of about $113,610 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,610 for the lowest 10% to over $171,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire applications analysts in Maryland?
Maryland applications analyst roles are posted by Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, and University of Maryland, Baltimore and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Maryland's mix of major federal contractors, large hospital systems, and state government agencies means openings appear across a wider range of industries than in most states.
Which Maryland cities have the most applications analyst jobs?
Laurel, Riverdale, and Baltimore lead Maryland in applications analyst openings. Baltimore anchors hiring through its major hospital networks and financial institutions, while the D.C. suburb corridor in Montgomery and Prince George's counties drives volume through the dense concentration of federal contractors and government agencies that rely on enterprise application support.
Are there remote applications analyst jobs in Maryland?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of applications analyst openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves configuring systems, analyzing data, and supporting users through software rather than on-site infrastructure. Roles tied to classified federal contracts typically require on-site presence, while commercial and healthcare analytics positions are most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a applications analyst in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a help desk, IT support, or junior business analyst role at a Maryland healthcare system or federal contractor, where internal mobility into applications analyst positions is common. Large Maryland employers such as Johns Hopkins Health System and major Bethesda-based defense contractors run associate IT and analyst development programs that accept candidates with a relevant degree and no direct experience. Building proficiency in a widely used platform, such as Epic in healthcare or an ERP suite in government contracting, and earning that platform's entry-level certification significantly strengthens an application.
Where can I find and apply to applications analyst jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to applications analyst jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings updated regularly. Search the listings, identify roles that match your background and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that fit. No account is needed to view openings.
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