How do they match: Computer Systems Analysts

  • Developer
  • Applications Developer
  • Data Processing Systems Project Planner
  • IT Manager
  • Information Technology Manager
  • Research and Development Specialist
  • Systems Developer
  • 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.

  • Develop, document, and revise system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards.
  • Assess the usefulness of pre-developed application packages and adapt them to a user environment.
  • Consult with management to ensure agreement on system principles.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • Develop diagrams or flow charts of system operation.
  • Develop testing routines or procedures.
  • Manage information technology projects or system activities.
  • Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
  • Document design or development procedures.
  • Estimate time or monetary resources needed to complete projects.
  • Identify information technology project resource requirements.