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Systems Analyst roles qualify for OPT work authorization under CIP codes tied to Computer and Information Sciences. Many employers in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors sponsor H-1B visas after OPT, making this one of the stronger long-term pathways for F-1 students in STEM-adjacent fields.
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To coordinate and conduct moderately complex system analyses through data acquisition and modeling. To identify, coordinate, document, and implement business requirements by determining solutions that enhance business systems, as well as provide support to business operations and processes under general supervision. To analyze business needs to develop and implement solutions that leverage systems and processes with a moderate degree of latitude. Work with the business to understand their needs, related to information technology and enhance business processes by promoting new functionality. Using working knowledge of the organization's technology infrastructure and specific software applications, assist the business to implement strategic vision through technology.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Analyze information, requirements, data, work quality, work methods, processes, service specific practices, standards and metrics/statistics
- Use elicitation techniques to gather information at the right level of detail and scope to represent all of the stakeholder's needs
- Analyze, define and document technical design for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware and operating systems environment, interface with other systems, internal and external controls and output
- Supervise modeling efforts to ensure that specifications and constructs adhere to appropriate mathematical and statistical standards and answer particular analytic questions
- Identify business requirements (e.g., needs, objectives, functions, features, input and output)
- Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical techniques, tools, models, simulation, etc.
- Develop, recommend and document adjustments to workflow to streamline processes
- Coordinate integration of solutions with existing applications; identify and resolve existing conflicts to ensure compatibility
- Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant industry standards, best practices, business processes and technology used within related business areas to ensure compliance with policy, vendor contractual requirements, procedures, processes and standards
- Involved in cross-organizational task groups concerning new automated systems, products and/or services
- Work with project teams to plan, coordinate and rollout software change/release to Controlled Testing and Production, obtain required approvals as scheduled, and transition project to Production
- Interact with other ETS staff, business units (end users) in problem resolution efforts
- Utilize performance measurements and indicators to identify areas for improvement; develop process improvement plans for each performance indicator or area identified
- Partner with other business units and vendors to improve procedures, resolve problems, and implement initiatives; presents conclusions and recommendations to management
- Implement new/enhanced products, services and/or operational changes
- Identify and communicate key responsibilities and practices, evaluate results, and provide leadership and guidance to ensure successful implementation of business unit projects
- Interpret results of analysis; present recommendations, alternatives and implications
- Write requirements and define editorial workflow for business owner projects
- Develop and oversee project plans and roadmaps that outline preventative and corrective actions necessary to remediate control deficiencies, maximizing effectiveness and mitigating future exposure
- Ensure preventative, detective, and corrective controls are properly identified and documented
- Develop test plans, test criteria, scenarios and documentation; ensure acceptance of delivered solutions
- Conduct and/or facilitate user acceptance testing to include developing and executing test cases, communication with project teams, validating and documenting results
- Report testing activity including time spent, testing time lost and discrepancies found
- Apply and communicate changes and new trends in systems/technology
- Represent the business unit in identifying, analyzing and communicating system solutions
- Conduct root cause analysis to identify development opportunities and recommend applicable business solutions
- Research emerging technologies and recommend solutions that align with business goals
- Monitor performance of systems to ensure continued systems efficiency
- Collaborate with key partners in development and delivery of solutions
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Experience in problem resolution including determining root cause, scope and scale of issues
- Experience in the application of statistical methods, mathematical techniques, forecasting, cost-benefit analysis and related analytical tools
- Experience in leading collaborative work teams
- Experience in leading projects and/or initiatives of small to medium scope
- Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals
- Working knowledge of data querying, reporting, forecasting, analysis and operations research, including statistical methods and modeling
- Experience that demonstrates the ability to research, compile, and document data, business processes, and workflow
- Experience in market/consumer research, project management, and analysis in support of strategic planning initiatives
- Experience in SQL and VBA database languages
- Navy Federal Project Portfolio Management (PPM) knowledge
- Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and procedures Bank Secrecy
- Effective research, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
- Effective skill following, interpreting and applying relevant data/instructions to guidelines, procedures, practices and regulations
- Effective skill interpreting and synthesizing large amounts of information
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced word processing and spreadsheet software skills
- Effective database and presentation software skills
- Effective skill identifying and analyzing business requirements and recommending solutions
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526 | 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602
About us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion. Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
Overview
To coordinate and conduct moderately complex system analyses through data acquisition and modeling. To identify, coordinate, document, and implement business requirements by determining solutions that enhance business systems, as well as provide support to business operations and processes under general supervision. To analyze business needs to develop and implement solutions that leverage systems and processes with a moderate degree of latitude. Work with the business to understand their needs, related to information technology and enhance business processes by promoting new functionality. Using working knowledge of the organization's technology infrastructure and specific software applications, assist the business to implement strategic vision through technology.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Analyze information, requirements, data, work quality, work methods, processes, service specific practices, standards and metrics/statistics
- Use elicitation techniques to gather information at the right level of detail and scope to represent all of the stakeholder's needs
- Analyze, define and document technical design for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware and operating systems environment, interface with other systems, internal and external controls and output
- Supervise modeling efforts to ensure that specifications and constructs adhere to appropriate mathematical and statistical standards and answer particular analytic questions
- Identify business requirements (e.g., needs, objectives, functions, features, input and output)
- Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical techniques, tools, models, simulation, etc.
- Develop, recommend and document adjustments to workflow to streamline processes
- Coordinate integration of solutions with existing applications; identify and resolve existing conflicts to ensure compatibility
- Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant industry standards, best practices, business processes and technology used within related business areas to ensure compliance with policy, vendor contractual requirements, procedures, processes and standards
- Involved in cross-organizational task groups concerning new automated systems, products and/or services
- Work with project teams to plan, coordinate and rollout software change/release to Controlled Testing and Production, obtain required approvals as scheduled, and transition project to Production
- Interact with other ETS staff, business units (end users) in problem resolution efforts
- Utilize performance measurements and indicators to identify areas for improvement; develop process improvement plans for each performance indicator or area identified
- Partner with other business units and vendors to improve procedures, resolve problems, and implement initiatives; presents conclusions and recommendations to management
- Implement new/enhanced products, services and/or operational changes
- Identify and communicate key responsibilities and practices, evaluate results, and provide leadership and guidance to ensure successful implementation of business unit projects
- Interpret results of analysis; present recommendations, alternatives and implications
- Write requirements and define editorial workflow for business owner projects
- Develop and oversee project plans and roadmaps that outline preventative and corrective actions necessary to remediate control deficiencies, maximizing effectiveness and mitigating future exposure
- Ensure preventative, detective, and corrective controls are properly identified and documented
- Develop test plans, test criteria, scenarios and documentation; ensure acceptance of delivered solutions
- Conduct and/or facilitate user acceptance testing to include developing and executing test cases, communication with project teams, validating and documenting results
- Report testing activity including time spent, testing time lost and discrepancies found
- Apply and communicate changes and new trends in systems/technology
- Represent the business unit in identifying, analyzing and communicating system solutions
- Conduct root cause analysis to identify development opportunities and recommend applicable business solutions
- Research emerging technologies and recommend solutions that align with business goals
- Monitor performance of systems to ensure continued systems efficiency
- Collaborate with key partners in development and delivery of solutions
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Experience in problem resolution including determining root cause, scope and scale of issues
- Experience in the application of statistical methods, mathematical techniques, forecasting, cost-benefit analysis and related analytical tools
- Experience in leading collaborative work teams
- Experience in leading projects and/or initiatives of small to medium scope
- Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals
- Working knowledge of data querying, reporting, forecasting, analysis and operations research, including statistical methods and modeling
- Experience that demonstrates the ability to research, compile, and document data, business processes, and workflow
- Experience in market/consumer research, project management, and analysis in support of strategic planning initiatives
- Experience in SQL and VBA database languages
- Navy Federal Project Portfolio Management (PPM) knowledge
- Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and procedures Bank Secrecy
- Effective research, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
- Effective skill following, interpreting and applying relevant data/instructions to guidelines, procedures, practices and regulations
- Effective skill interpreting and synthesizing large amounts of information
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced word processing and spreadsheet software skills
- Effective database and presentation software skills
- Effective skill identifying and analyzing business requirements and recommending solutions
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526 | 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602
About us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion. Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Systems Analyst
Target STEM OPT-eligible employers first
Systems Analyst roles classified under CIP codes like 11.0101 qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Prioritize employers with active E-Verify enrollment, since that's a hard requirement for STEM OPT authorization through your DSO.
Frame your degree match clearly in applications
Hiring managers reviewing OPT candidates want to see a direct line from your degree to the role. Explicitly connect your Information Systems, Computer Science, or Engineering degree to the systems analysis work in your resume summary and cover letter.
Highlight cross-functional communication skills
Systems Analysts sit between technical teams and business stakeholders. Employers sponsoring OPT candidates take on extra process overhead, so demonstrating you can reduce friction between departments makes you a stronger candidate worth that investment.
Apply before your OPT start date, not after
Many employers won't extend offers if your OPT hasn't been approved yet. Start applying two to three months before your program end date so you have an active EAD card in hand when onboarding conversations begin.
Negotiate your training plan early for STEM OPT
STEM OPT requires a formal training plan signed by your employer. Bring this up during the offer stage, not after you've accepted. Employers unfamiliar with the process will need lead time to work with their HR or legal teams.
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Can I work as a Systems Analyst on OPT?
Yes, provided your degree field is directly related to the Systems Analyst role. Common qualifying degrees include Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Business Information Technology. Your DSO must authorize OPT and your employment must align with the academic program listed on your I-20. Unrelated degree fields will not qualify, even if you're technically capable of doing the work.
Do Systems Analyst jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on how your degree's CIP code is classified and whether your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Systems Analyst roles at E-Verify employers, where your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code such as 11.0101 or 14.0101, qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Where can I find Systems Analyst jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so you can filter Systems Analyst roles by employers actively open to OPT candidates. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, after interviews have already taken place.
What happens if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, you're protected by cap-gap rules through September 30 of that year, assuming you're subject to the H-1B annual cap. Your EAD is automatically extended during this cap-gap period. If the H-1B petition is not selected in the lottery or not filed in time, you'll need to stop working and either change status or leave the U.S.
How long does it typically take to get hired as a Systems Analyst on OPT?
Hiring timelines for Systems Analyst roles range from three to eight weeks from first interview to offer, though enterprise employers in finance and healthcare often run longer processes. Factor in another two to four weeks for onboarding paperwork and background checks. Starting your search at least three months before your OPT authorization begins gives you a realistic buffer to land a role before your employment window opens.
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