JOBS IN IT

CAREERS IN COMPUTINGReference: Log On to IT for CSEC

(2nd Edition)- Chapter 16 {Purple Book}.

Please note: If you can’t get the information from your blue text book, get the info. from the purple text book in the library.

OBJECTIVEYou should be able to:

List a number of careers available in the field of IT

State the job functions of different personnel in the computing field

CAREERS IN COMPUTING ICT ManagerDB AdministratorSystems

Development Manager

Systems AnalystProgrammerNetwork

AdministratorOperations ManagerComputer OperatorData Control ClerkData Entry OperatorFile Librarian

Data Security Analyst

Computer Consultant

EDP AuditorWebpage DesignerComputer EngineerSoftware EngineerComputer

TechnicianSoftware TesterSoftware TrainerMultimedia Artist

and AnimatorsComputer Sales

Rep.

ICT ManagerSummary of Duties

Manage and co-ordinate staff in data processing department

Motivate and lead skilled peopleKeep up with the developments in ICT

fieldRead reports on system performance and

finds ways to improve itDiscuss system problems and new

projects with usersPrepare department budget

DB AdministratorSummary of Duties

Talk to managers to make sure the database is doing what they need

Meet with users to make modifications to the database when they are needed

Make sure the database is performing at its best all the time

Develop policies (rules) to ensure security and integrity (accuracy) of the system

DB AdministratorSummary of Duties (Continued)

Select and maintain DBM softwareSet up back up and recovery procedures

in case the system fails or data is lostSet up data dictionaries that record

company wide definitions and standards

Systems Development ManagerSummary of Duties

Manage teams of information system personnel (system analysts, engineers, programmers, technicians etc) to develop, implement, operate and administer computer software

Oversee professional development and training of personnel under his/her supervision

Systems AnalystSummary of Duties

Figure out whether currents systems should be upgraded or discarded

Speak to the users and managers of the system about their needs

Gather and analyze data about how the work is done in the current system

Design new systems and add existing procedures into new system requirements

Systems AnalystSummary of Duties (Continued)

Make recommendation on what hardware and software to buy

Test and debug (correct the errors or problems found)

Create system documentationHelp train employees who will use the

systemEvaluate the systems performance over a

period of time to make sure it does what it is supposed to do

ProgrammerSummary of Duties

Discuss program requirements with system analyst

Write programs Test and debug programsDocument programsUpdate, repair, modify and expand

existing programs

Network AdministratorSummary of Duties

Plan and design the networkSupervise the installation of network

hardware and softwareTest the networkSet up user accounts

Network AdministratorSummary of Duties (Continued)

Monitor network performance to make sure it is working at its best

Troubleshoots and solve network problems

Create network security policiesSet up systems to make sure the users

follow system policies

Operations ManagerSummary of Duties

Supervise the use and maintenance of equipment

Supervise data reception and preparationSchedule processing activitiesAssign duties to the people that he/she

managesConsults with data processing manager

on staff problems as well as training and recruitment

Computer OperatorSummary of Duties

Starts up and shuts down the systemResponds to messages from the system and

carry out actions neededObserve operations of equipment and report

problems to supervisorPerform routine maintenanceProcess jobs according to established

proceduresLoad input and output units with storage

medium or paperKeep a log of machine performance, operating

records, data processing supplies etc.

Data Control ClerkSummary of Duties

Control workflow in accordance with operating schedules

Be responsible for the receipt, safekeeping and retrieval of data as well as software, hardware and security items

Distribute materials on request and follow up on overdue items

Help with the destruction of information materials

Data Entry OperatorSummary of Duties

Copies data from a variety of source documents into the computer

Keeps records on the data transcribedVerify the data entered

File LibrarianSummary of Duties

Maintains and protects the companies programs and data

Catalogue and store magnetic tapes and disks

Supply magnetic tapes and disks to authorized users

Clean and inspect storage mediaKeep records of the disks and magnetic

tapes stored

Data Security AnalystSummary of Duties

Keep information safe from floods, fire, power outages, fraud, theft, invasion of privacy and viruses

Analyze and assess threats to the systemSet up procedures to protect vulnerable

informationDevelop, document and implement data

security policiesFind and fix security vulnerabilities

Data Security AnalystSummary of Duties (Continued)

Work with security software Intentionally access system to try to

expose loopholesKeep up to date with cryptographic tools

and techniques and security hardware and software

Have a deep knowledge of the OS and networking

Computer ConsultantSummary of Duties

Speaks to users to understand their information needs

Identify and evaluate potential hardware and software

Assist in the design, development and implementation of the system

Assist in the development of programs, applications and documentation

Develop training programmes for users

EDP AuditorSummary of Duties

Inspect programs, systems, operational procedures documentation, control technologies, disaster plans , insurance protection and fire protection

Use sample data to test the accuracy of computer programs

Check and report on computing facilitiesExamine input and output of programs for

accuracyMake recommendations for changes to

ensure system integrity and accuracy

Web-Page DesignerSummary of Duties

Ensure that all links on the site work and the site is easy to navigate

Make sure the site has the information needed

Develop a visually stimulating siteRun the web server softwareFind and install tools to create web

contentMaintain and improve existing web pages

Computer EngineerSummary of Duties

Design, develop, test and supervise the manufacturing of components

Assemble and test new designs for overall effectiveness, cost, reliability and safety

Maintain and repair computer hardware sold to clients

Software EngineerSummary of Duties

Develop and implement software servicesEvaluate software and software designsPerform design trade-off depending on

budget

Computer TechnicianSummary of Duties

Troubleshoot and diagnose computer problems

Repair, replace and test computer partsReceive and set up hardwareCommunicate and return failed hardware

to venderMaintain and set up servers and networksSet up and back up desktop computers

and servers

Software TesterSummary of Duties

Set up and run simple to complex testsDocument the results of the test

Software TrainerSummary of Duties

Assess client’s needsPrepare learning materialsSet up and prepare the learning

environment and resourcesDeliver the courseEvaluate the course

Multimedia Artist and AnimatorsSummary of Duties

Create animated images and special effects

Create storyboards (a series of images similar to a comic strip showing the sequence of a movie) for movies and video games

Create drawings or illusions by hand or computer to develop a series of images for animation

Computer Sales Rep.Summary of Duties

Explain the specifications, functions and capabilities of hardware/ software products to customers

Help customers install new equipmentsAttend trade shows and seminars to keep

up to date with latest productsDemonstrate equipment to clients

ASSIGNMENTRead the entire Chapter and

make your own notes.

Do not be overwhelmed when you are studying this Chapter. When you are reading and making your notes, you can use the ‘Summary of Duties’ in the blue balloon (that’s important!)- see text book.

HOME-WORKDO ALL QUESTIONS AT THE END

OF THE CHAPTER!