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

Investigative - Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

1. Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.

2. Provide advice on project costs, design concepts, or design changes.

3. Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other system-related information.

4. Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.

5. Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.

6. Evaluate current or emerging technologies to consider factors such as cost, portability, compatibility, or usability.

7. Provide technical guidance or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems.

8. Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.

9. Provide guidelines for implementing secure systems to customers or installation teams.

10. Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.

11. Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Technology Design - Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Telecommunications - Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.

Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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