How do they match: Computer Systems Analysts

  • Developer
  • Programmer
  • Programmer Analyst
  • Software Analyst
  • Software Architect
  • Software Consultant
  • Software Engineer
  • Applications Developer
  • E-Commerce Programmer
  • Electronic Commerce Programmer
  • R and D Specialist
  • Research and Development Specialist
  • Systems Developer

  • 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.
  • Confer with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Coordinate software or hardware installation.
  • Document design or development procedures.
  • Evaluate utility of software or hardware technologies.
  • Modify software programs to improve performance.
  • Provide technical support for software maintenance or use.
  • Test software performance.
  • Train others in computer interface or software use.
  • Write computer programming code.