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Occupation

Computer Systems Engineers/Architects

Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.

$116,580 medianBright outlookTraining or associate

O*NET 31.0 · 15-1299.08

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

  1. 01Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
  2. 02Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
  3. 03Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes, and make recommendations regarding component use.
  4. 04Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application software, or computer or network hardware.
  5. 05Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
  6. 06Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.
  7. 07Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software.
  8. 08Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.
  9. 09Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes.
  10. 10Configure servers to meet functional specifications.
  11. 11Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
  12. 12Design and conduct hardware or software tests.

Task statements ranked by how many workers report them · O*NET 31.0

What the posting will be called

IT Architect (Information Technology Architect)Infrastructure EngineerSolutions ArchitectSystems EngineerIT Engineer (Information Technology Engineer)Network and Infrastructure EngineerSystems Application EngineerSystems ArchitectSystems ConsultantWeb Architect

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Knowledge the job leans on

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageTelecommunicationsCustomer and Personal ServiceEngineering and TechnologyAdministration and ManagementDesignMathematics

Skills that carry over from service

Systems AnalysisSystems EvaluationComplex Problem SolvingOperations AnalysisProgrammingJudgment and Decision MakingQuality Control AnalysisService Orientation