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Computer Systems Analysts

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work_computer_mathematical/computer_systems_analysts

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Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.

Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.

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

Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.

Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.

Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.

Analyze information processing or computation needs and plan and design computer systems, using techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, and information engineering.

Consult with management to ensure agreement on system principles.

Specify inputs accessed by the system and plan the distribution and use of the results.

Expand or modify system to serve new purposes or improve work flow.

Train staff and users to work with computer systems and programs.

Assess the usefulness of pre-developed application packages and adapt them to a user environment.

Determine computer software or hardware needed to set up or alter systems.

Read manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to learn how to develop programs that meet staff and user requirements.

Develop, document, and revise system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards.

Recommend new equipment or software packages.

Define the goals of the system and devise flow charts and diagrams describing logical operational steps of programs.

Confer with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address.

Review and analyze computer printouts and performance indicators to locate code problems, and correct errors by correcting codes.

Interview or survey workers, observe job performance, or perform the job to determine what information is processed and how it is processed.

Supervise computer programmers or other systems analysts or serve as project leaders for particular systems projects.

Prepare cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to aid in decisions on system implementation.