Computer Systems Analysts

Average Base Salary:

$103,790

JOB OPENINGS:

34200

Occupation Overview - Computer Systems Analysts

Analyze science engineering business and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems system administration issues or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions improve existing computer systems and review computer system capabilities workflow and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
Training Courses for the Computer Systems Analysts Job Role
Analyze science engineering business and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems system administration issues or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions improve existing computer systems and review computer system capabilities workflow and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.

Core Task Examples:

  • Analyze information processing or computation needs and plan and design computer systems, using techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, and information engineering.
  • Assess the usefulness of pre-developed application packages and adapt them to a user environment.
  • Confer with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address.
  • Consult with management to ensure agreement on system principles.
  • Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.
  • Define the goals of the system and devise flow charts and diagrams describing logical operational steps of programs.
  • Determine computer software or hardware needed to set up or alter systems.
  • Develop, document, and revise system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards.
  • Expand or modify system to serve new purposes or improve work flow.
  • Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.
  • Read manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to learn how to develop programs that meet staff and user requirements.
  • Recommend new equipment or software packages.
  • Specify inputs accessed by the system and plan the distribution and use of the results.
  • Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
  • Train staff and users to work with computer systems and programs.
  • Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
  • Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.
  • Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.

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