Application Administrator IT Analyst – Business Applications
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Job Family:
IT Architecture/Cloud
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
- Configure administer and support internal business applications in alignment with Guidehouse standards for security governance and performance
- Provide Tier 1 / Tier 2 support for end users including troubleshooting application software and basic system issues
- Assist with support and maintenance of enterprise systems including ERP platforms (e.g. SAP Oracle Microsoft Dynamics Workday Deltek Costpoint Deltek Replicon)
- Customize application features workflows forms and rolebased access to support business processes
- Support user access requests account setup and basic security permissions
- Leverage lowcode / nocode platforms automation tools and AIenabled features to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort
- Partner with business users to gather requirements document use cases and translate needs into effective application configurations
- Assist with testing upgrades releases deployments and change management activities
- Document incidents resolutions configurations and standard operating procedures
- Participate in data validation basic reporting and application optimization initiatives
- Coordinate with vendors or internal technology teams to escalate and resolve issues as needed
- Support training efforts and help users adopt new systems or features
- Operate with professionalism attention to detail and collaboration in a fastpaced teamoriented environment
What You Will Need:
- Requires a University Degree and minimum 0-2 years of prior relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
- Strong interest in enterprise technology business applications and process improvement
- Foundational understanding of:
- Application administration and configuration concepts
- IT fundamentals such as operating systems networking or databases
- Data structures basic SQL or reporting concepts
- Strong analytical problemsolving and organizational skills
- Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with technical and nontechnical users
- Demonstrated professionalism accountability and willingness to learn
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Degree in Information Technology Computer Science Information Systems Management Information Systems or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Exposure to ERP systems (SAP Oracle Microsoft Dynamics Workday Deltek etc.) through coursework internships or projects
- Experience or exposure to lowcode / nocode platforms (e.g. Microsoft Power Platform ServiceNow Appian Mendix)
- Familiarity with workflow automation or business process tools
- Exposure to AIenabled capabilities such as copilots chatbots or intelligent automation
- Basic scripting or programming experience (Python JavaScript PowerShell)
- Familiarity with IT service management or ticketing tools
- Interest in enterprise systems business applications or IT consulting
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical Rx Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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Required Experience:
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About Company
Guidehouse is the only scaled advisory consultancy in the world to fully integrate commercial and public or government businesses within each of our industry segments because complex problems require both perspectives to address and outwit.