Part IV: Descriptions of the 50 Best Jobs for Each Personality Type ___
users with assistance solving computer-related prob-
lems, such as malfunctions and program problems.
Te s t , m a i nt a i n , a n d m o n it o r c o m p u t e r p r o g r a m s a n d
systems, including coordinating the installation of
computer programs and systems. Use object-oriented
programming languages as well as client and server
applications development processes and multimedia
and Internet technology. Confer with clients regard-
ing the nature of the information processing or com-
putation needs a computer program is to address.
Coordinate and link the computer systems within an
organization to increase compatibility and so infor-
mation can be shared. Consult with management
to ensure agreement on system principles. Expand
or modify system to serve new purposes or improve
workfl ow. Interview or survey workers, observe job
performance, or perform the job to determine what
information is processed and how it is processed.
Determine computer software or hardware needed to
set up or alter system. Train staff and users to work
with computer systems and programs. Analyze infor-
mation processing or computation needs and plan
and design computer systems, using techniques such
as structured analysis, data modeling, and informa-
tion engineering. Assess the usefulness of pre-devel-
oped application packages and adapt them to a user
environment. Defi ne the goals of the system and
devise fl ow charts and diagrams describing logical
operational steps of programs. Develop, document,
and revise system design procedures, test procedures,
and quality standards. Review and analyze computer
printouts and performance indicators to locate code
problems; correct errors by correcting codes. Recom-
mend new equipment or software packages. 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. Utilize the computer in
the analysis and solution of business problems such
as development of integrated production and inven-
tory control and cost analysis systems.
GOE—Interest Area/Cluster: 11. I n for m at ion
Te c h n o l o g y. Work Group: 11.02. I n for m at ion Te c h-
nology Specialties. Ot her Jobs in! is Work Group:
Computer and Information Scientists, Research;
Computer Operators; Computer Programmers;
Computer Security Specialists; Computer Software
Engineers, Applications; Computer Software Engi-
neers, Systems Software; Computer Support Spe-
cialists; Computer Systems Engineers/Architects;
Database Administrators; Network Designers; Net-
work Systems and Data Communications Analysts;
Software Quality Assurance Engineers and Testers;
Web Administrators; Web Developers.
Skills: Installation; Quality Control Analysis; Tech-
nology Design; Programming; Systems Analy-
sis; Troubleshooting; Operations Analysis; Systems
Evaluation.
Education and Training Programs: Computer and
Information Sciences, General; Information Tech-
nology; Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst; Web/
Multimedia Management and Webmaster. Related
Knowledge/Courses: Computers and Electronics;
Te l e c o m mu n i c a t i o n s ; D e s i g n ; C u s t o m e r a n d Pe r-
sonal Service; Law and Government; Communica-
tions and Media.
Work Environment: Indoors; sitting.Computer Systems Engineers/Architects ..........................
! Personality Code: IRC
! Education/Training Required: Bachelor’s
degree
! Annual Earnings: $71,510
! Beginning Wage: $37,600
! Earnings Growth Potential: High
! Growth: 15.1%
! Annual Job Openings: 14,374
! Self-Employed: 6.6%
! Part-Time: 5.6%! e job openings listed here are shared with Network
Designers, with Software Quality Assurance Engineers
and Testers, with Web Administrators, and with Web
Developers.