Applications Development Manager
CIO: Chief Information Officer
Computer Programmer
Computer Scientist
Computer Support Analyst
Computer Training Specialist
Consultant
Data Base Engineer
Data Base Manager/Administrator
Data Communications Manager
Data Processing Manager/Supervisor
Data Security Manager
Decision/Management Scientist
EDP Director
Information Center Analyst |
Information Manager/Scientist/Officer
Internet Recruiter
Knowledge Manager
Logistics Manager
MIS Director/Specialist
Network Administrator
Operations Analyst
Operations Manager
Operations Researcher
Records and Information Analyst/Admin./Manager
Systems Analyst
Systems Manager
Systems Supervisor |
Typical Places of Employment
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Computer sales and service
Web development companies
Banking and insurance firms
Utilities
Government agencies
Software manufacturers
Consulting |
Educational institutions
Wholesale and retail firms
Telecommunications
Data processing service firms
Healthcare
Business and industry, both public and private |
Required Skills and Abilities
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Problem solving
Logical thinking
Critical reasoning
Analytical skills
Accuracy
Attention to detail
Troubleshooting
Training/teaching skills
Precision
Decision making skills |
Ability to work well under pressure
Communication skills, written and oral
Organizational skills
Leadership
Excellent "people" skills
Technical proficiency
Knowledge of computer
concepts and limitations
Good interpretation skills |
Evaluate the use of technology in the organization
Recommend improvements in technology
Manage backup and security systems in the organization
Research and resolve user-related problems
Manage user services such as Help Desk and training
Stay abreast of advances in technology |
Develop and execute test plans including systems test and unit tests
Plan for and install hardware and software
Add and delete files to network server
Set up user accounts and access
Gather and analyze information about systems currently in use
Plan and prepare instructions, technical reports, charts, and diagrams
Confer with people, attend meetings, make presentations, and write proposals |
Additional Info in Career Services
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These publications must be used in the
Career Services Office. However
there are many brochures and magazines such as Resume Writing,
Interviewing and Job Choices that you may take with you.
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Winning
Resumes for Computer Personnel
To see a complete list of career books located at the Career Services
Office click
here. |
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Alumni Resources
(Listed
below are examples of SU Alumni and their Jobs in this major-For more
alumni resources, go to
Mentor Network)
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| ALUMNI |
GRAD.
DATE |
ORGANIZATION |
JOB TITILE |
| Tina McCuen |
2000 |
Total Resources Management |
Implementation Specialist |
| David Milligan |
1999 |
Delmarva Foundation for Medical Care |
Webmaster |
| Julie Cross |
2001 |
John Hopkins University |
Programmer/Analyst |
Related
Links: Further Explore this Career Field
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