Computer Systems Analysts, sometimes called systems architects, study an organization's current computer systems and procedures and design improvements to them. In doing so, these analysts help the organization operate more efficiently.
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- Computer Systems Analysts
Information Technology
What do they typically do
- Consult with managers to determine the role of information technology (IT) systems in an organization
- Research different technologies to decide if they would increase the organization's efficiency
- Analyze costs and benefits of IT systems and upgrades to help managers decide which, if any, to install
- Devise ways to add functionality to existing computer systems
- Design new systems by configuring hardware and software
- Oversee the installation and configuration of new systems and customize them for the organization
- Test systems to ensure that they work as expected
- Write instruction manuals and train the systems' end users
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +1.5%
Job Openings 1,807
Industry/Employer
Accounting and Bookkeeping Services
Aerospace Product & Parts Manufacturing
Architectural and Engineering Services
Commercial Goods Merchant Wholesalers
Computer Systems Design and Rel Services
Computers and Peripheral Equipment
Data Processing and Related Services
Educational Support Services
Electronic Markets and Agents/Brokers
Employment Services
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Insurance Agencies, Brokerages & Support
Management & Technical Consulting Svc
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Nondepository Credit Intermediation
Offices of Physicians
Other Professional & Technical Services
Pharmaceutical & Medicine Manufacturing
Plastics Product Manufacturing
Power Generation and Supply
Scientific Research and Development Svc
Software Publishers
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
NC Workforce Credentials
- ICCP Certified Computing Professional (CCP) [Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals]
Private Training Programs
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