How do they match: Computer Systems Analysts

  • Programmer
  • Programmer Analyst
  • E-Commerce Programmer
  • Electronic Commerce Programmer
  • IT Manager
  • Information Technology Manager
  • Systems Manager

  • 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.

  • 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.
  • Define the goals of the system and devise flow charts and diagrams describing logical operational steps of programs.
  • 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.
  • Supervise computer programmers or other systems analysts or serve as project leaders for particular systems projects.
  • 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.

  • Manage information technology projects or system activities.
  • Modify software programs to improve performance.
  • Write computer programming code.