COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST

( according to NOC )

Information systems analysts and consultants conduct research, develop and implement information systems development plans, policies and procedures, and provide advice on a wide range of information systems issues. They are employed in information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.

Example Titles	computer consultant computer systems analyst informatics consultant informatics security analyst information systems business analyst information systems quality assurance analyst IT (information technology) consultant management information systems (MIS) analyst systems auditor systems consultant systems security analyst
Employment requirements	A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer systems engineering, software engineering, business administration or a related discipline or Completion of a college program in computer science is usually required. Experience as a computer programmer is usually required.
Main duties	The following is a summary of the main duties for some occupations in this unit group: Information systems business analysts and consultants confer with clients to identify and document requirements, conduct business and technical studies, design, develop and implement information systems business solutions, and provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management and service delivery. Systems security analysts assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware, and develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches. Information systems quality assurance analysts develop and implement policies and procedures throughout the software development life cycle to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness and overall quality of software products and information systems. Systems auditors conduct independent third party reviews to assess quality assurance practices, software products and information systems.