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Career: Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Job Description
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Provide advice on project costs, design concepts, or design changes. |
100
|
Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other system-related information. |
100
|
Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture. |
100
|
Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs. |
100
|
Complete models and simulations, using manual or automated tools, to analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions. |
96
|
Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements. |
96
|
Evaluate current or emerging technologies to consider factors such as cost, portability, compatibility, or usability. |
96
|
Provide technical guidance or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems. |
96
|
Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes and make recommendations regarding component use. |
96
|
Design and conduct hardware or software tests. |
96
|
Evaluate existing systems to determine effectiveness and suggest changes to meet organizational requirements. |
96
|
Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application software, or computer or network hardware. |
91
|
Provide guidelines for implementing secure systems to customers or installation teams. |
91
|
Monitor system operation to detect potential problems. |
91
|
Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems. |
91
|
Configure servers to meet functional specifications. |
91
|
Develop or approve project plans, schedules, or budgets. |
91
|
Establish functional or system standards to ensure operational requirements, quality requirements, and design constraints are addressed. |
91
|
Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports or white papers. |
87
|
Define and analyze objectives, scope, issues, or organizational impact of information systems. |
87
|
Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration, or distributed system architectures. |
86
|
Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components. |
83
|
Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software. |
78
|
Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes. |
74
|
Train system users in system operation or maintenance. |
65
|
Perform security analyses of developed or packaged software components. |
65
|
Develop application-specific software. |
61
|
Develop efficient and effective system controllers. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
88
|
Interacting With Computers
|
86
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
80
|
Thinking Creatively
|
77
|
Getting Information
|
75
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
73
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
71
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
71
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
70
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
69
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
68
|
Processing Information
|
68
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
67
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
65
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
64
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
62
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
61
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
61
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
61
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
61
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
60
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
57
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
57
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
55
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
55
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
55
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
54
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
52
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
51
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
49
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
46
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
43
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
42
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
42
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
23
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
20
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
20
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
17
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
16
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
10
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
6
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|