Systems Analyst Cover Letters

A systems analyst's cover letter should effectively portray the candidate's ability to analyze various problems in software and systems and plan and recommend suitable solutions, so as to meet the organizational standards, specifications, and client requirements. It should reflect the candidate's familiarity with several programming languages and operating systems, while shedding some light on his/her knowledge in computer hardware platforms.

The most important function of a systems analyst is to design components for a development process and provide the information to the developers. As a systems analyst, you might as well be involved in the cost analysis, implementation of time-lines, technical specifications, feasibility reports, and design considerations.

Basically, cover letter should consist of your technical skills pertaining to the systems analysis sector of development, while relating them to your education and/or previous employment. Your cover letter should provide the reader with a solid reason to consider your application over several others and mark you as a desirable candidate for the profile. Be sure to include your transferable skills and essential researching and analytical skills.

Below are free samples of cover letters for your reference.

1. Cover Letter Sample (for experienced candidates)

To
Mr. Albert McNaughton
Human Resources
Ludwig Technologies
46 Sunny Day Drive
Irvine, CA 92614

Sub: Job application for the position of Sr. Systems Analyst

Dear Mr. McNaughton,

I happened to stumble upon your company's profile in www.jobsinus.com recently, and found out about the job vacancy. I would like to place before you, my application for the position of Sr. Systems Analyst within your organization.

I completed my graduation in the field of IT, from the Stockton City College of Science and Information Technology, in 2009, after which I have worked in KremLite InfoTech, San Jose, for 4 years in the Systems Analysis department.

Throughout my stay in KremLite, I have been involved in the implementation and support of various applications, inventory control, developing cost-effective solutions, evaluation of computer solutions and system specifications, planning testing schedules, project reports and feasibility reports, verification of data integrity etc. Working in KremLite has helped me acquire more clarity on data analysis, network administration, software and application troubleshooting and other necessary information pertaining to system analysis.

My experience has helped me develop my inter-personal communication skills and analytical and researching skills, so as to make myself eligible for facing several challenges that are bound to come across in the work environment. I have described my previous job roles and responsibilities in detail, along with my contact details, in my resume attached herewith.

Upon joining your organization, I gladly pledge to serve to my abilities, constantly exploring more so as to stretch beyond my capabilities, in order to bring in desirable changes within your system and thereby suggest necessary measures, to facilitate the advancement of technology within as well as outside the organization. I request you to consider my application favorably and provide me with an opportunity to share your company's vision and offer my contribution for its growth within the targeted segments of the market.

You may contact me anytime during the weekdays in order to schedule an appointment for an interview.

Thanking you.

Sincerely yours,

William Patterson

Enclosures: Resume

2. Cover Letter Sample (for candidates without experience)

To
Ms. Carrie G. Garcia
Human Resources
Zylo Technologies Pvt Ltd.
371 Longview Avenue
Bronx, NY 10463

Sub: Job application for the position of Systems Analyst

Dear Ms. Garcia,

I am writing to express my interest in your advertisement for job vacancies within your organization, which has been posted in www.jobsinus.com. I wish to apply for the position of a systems analyst within your renowned organization.

I have completed my graduation in IT, from the Manhattan State College and have been placed in grade A after my final assessments. I have included more details about my academics in my resume attached herewith.

I have acquired through my education, essential knowledge about various computer programming languages, system testing, troubleshooting techniques, application development, data analysis, SQL administration, database verification etc, constantly updating my transferable skills such as analytical skills, researching skills, inter-personal communication skills etc with the help of projects and assignments.

I am eagerly looking forward to join your team and move parallel to the vision of your company, thereby leading me towards the core of technology and beyond. I would like to explore and utilize my skills in order to facilitate the achievement of departmental and organizational goals, thereby offering my contribution for the success and development of your projects, eventually offering my assistance in the growth of the organization within the industry and market.

You may contact me anytime in order to discuss my profile in detail or maybe schedule an appointment for an interview, which would help me in expressing my skills and interest more effectively, also giving you a clearer idea of my knowledge and abilities.

Thanking you.

Yours sincerely,

Lillian Black

Enclosures: Resume