Systems Analyst - Power Platform Admin

Clark Schaefer Hackett•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The Systems Analyst will contribute to the firm’s technology strategy through a combination of Microsoft Power Platform development, systems integration, and cybersecurity initiatives. The role includes building Power Apps, automating business processes, creating Power BI dashboards, improving security controls, supporting identity governance, and assisting with incident response automation. It offers variety and opportunities to work across application development and cybersecurity as part of the Systems Integration team. The analyst will design and support solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Copilot Studio; integrate business systems using Dataverse, REST APIs, custom connectors, and other technologies; and collaborate with stakeholders to develop practical, scalable solutions. The position also supports cybersecurity projects, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform governance, security monitoring and response, documentation, knowledge transfer, training, solution design, and technology planning. The role is located in Cincinnati, Miami Valley, or Columbus, Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
3–5 years of experience in systems integration, application development, IT, cybersecurity, or a related technology role.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
Experience working with APIs, JSON, Dataverse, and modern authentication technologies.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including identity management, endpoint protection, email security, vulnerability management, and security awareness.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft 365 and Azure administration or security experience.
Experience with Entra ID, Intune, Defender, Purview, Conditional Access, or Sentinel.
Experience with Azure DevOps and application lifecycle management.
Exposure to NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or similar security frameworks.
Security certifications such as Security+, SC-900, SC-300, AZ-500, SSCP, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and support solutions using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Copilot Studio.
Create automations that improve efficiency and eliminate manual processes.
Develop integrations between business systems using Dataverse, REST APIs, custom connectors, and other technologies.
Partner with stakeholders across the firm to understand requirements and develop practical, scalable solutions.
Create reports, dashboards, and business intelligence tools to support decision-making.
Participate in cybersecurity projects across the organization.
Assist with security awareness initiatives, identity and access management, vulnerability remediation, third-party risk management, and endpoint security efforts.
Support monitoring and response activities using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Purview, and Entra ID.
Help develop automations that improve security operations and incident response.
Contribute to Power Platform and Microsoft 365 governance, including environment strategy, DLP policies, access controls, and security best practices.
Document solutions, workflows, and technical processes.
Provide knowledge transfer and training to teammates and end users.
Participate in solution design discussions and technology planning.
Stay current on emerging Microsoft technologies, AI capabilities, automation tools, and security trends.