Senior IT Business Systems Analyst

Senior IT Business Systems Analyst (Cybersecurity / Risk Focus)

Location: Houston TX (Onsite)
Contract: 12 Months W2 contract
Client: Leading Energy & Utilities Organization
Experience Level: 10 Years(Negotiable for the right candidate)

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior IT Business Systems Analyst to operate at the intersection of technology cybersecurity and business operations. This role is ideal for someone who excels at translating complex technical risks into actionable business insights and enabling teams to make informed secure decisions.

You will partner with cross-functional teams across IT OT (Operational Technology) and business units to ensure systems are secure reliable and aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to business and technical teams on cybersecurity and risk-related matters
• Translate technical vulnerabilities and security findings into clear business-relevant insights
• Support decision-making by outlining risk tradeoffs and remediation strategies
• Conduct and support security reviews across OT environments and hybrid IT/OT systems
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to understand real-world system usage
• Assist in the secure integration of new assets vendors and acquisitions
• Help prioritize remediation efforts based on risk and operational impact
• Track remediation progress timelines and commitments
• Identify recurring risks and systemic issues across environments
• Contribute to risk assessments exception reviews and compliance documentation
• Gather and document security requirements for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Create executive-level summaries reports and risk narratives
• Develop and standardize processes templates and best practices

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in IT business systems analysis or cybersecurity-related roles
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Operational Technology (OT) / Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
  • Energy utilities or critical infrastructure environments
  • IT infrastructure networking or systems administration
  • Cybersecurity risk management or vulnerability management
• Strong ability to analyze complex problems and communicate clearly
• Experience working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong documentation reporting and analytical skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently across multiple teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hybrid IT/OT environments
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks risk assessments and compliance standards
• Experience creating metrics dashboards and executive reporting
• Background in large-scale enterprise or regulated industries

Work Environment

• On-site role based in Houston TX
• Standard business hours (MondayFriday)
• Collaborative cross-functional and fast-paced environment