Computer Systems Analysts​

At a glance

  • Median Salary
    $86,943
  • Local Jobs
    299
  • Entry-Level Education
    Bachelor's Degree
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Occupation Profile

Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.

By the Numbers

Daily Tasks

  • Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
  • Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
  • Expand or modify system to serve new purposes or improve work flow.
  • Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.
  • Consult with management to ensure agreement on system principles.
  • Confer with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address.
  • Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.
  • Train staff and users to work with computer systems and programs.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Occupational Skills

What skills are necessary for a Computer Systems Analysts​ career?

Hard Skills

  • Business Analysis
  • Business Process
  • Business Requirements
  • Computer Science
  • Data Analysis
  • Information Systems
  • Project Management
  • Software Documentation
  • SQL (Programming Language)
  • Systems Analysis

Soft Skills

  • Communications
  • Coordinating
  • Customer Service
  • Information Technology
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Operations
  • Problem Solving
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Writing

Hard skills are specific, learnable, measurable, often industry- or occupation-specific abilities related to a position.

Soft skills can be self-taught and usually do not necessitate a certain completed level of education. They are essential in many industries and occupations.

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