JOBS IN IT

1. JOBS IN IT

2. CAREERS IN COMPUTING • Reference: 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.

3. OBJECTIVE You 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

4. CAREERS IN COMPUTING • ICT Manager • DB Administrator • Systems Development Manager • Systems Analyst • Programmer • Network Administrator • Operations Manager • Computer Operator • Data Control Clerk • Data Entry Operator • File Librarian • Data Security Analyst • Computer Consultant • EDP Auditor • Webpage Designer • Computer Engineer • Software Engineer • Computer Technician • Software Tester • Software Trainer • Multimedia Artist and Animators • Computer Sales Rep.

5. ICT ManagerSummary of Duties • Manage and co-ordinate staff in data processing department • Motivate and lead skilled people • Keep up with the developments in ICT field • Read reports on system performance and finds ways to improve it • Discuss system problems and new projects with users • Prepare department budget

6. 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

7. DB AdministratorSummary of Duties (Continued) • Select and maintain DBM software • Set up back up and recovery procedures in case the system fails or data is lost • Set up data dictionaries that record company wide definitions and standards

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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 documentation • Help train employees who will use the system • Evaluate the systems performance over a period of time to make sure it does what it is supposed to do

11. ProgrammerSummary of Duties • Discuss program requirements with system analyst • Write programs • Test and debug programs • Document programs • Update, repair, modify and expand existing programs

12. Network AdministratorSummary of Duties • Plan and design the network • Supervise the installation of network hardware and software • Test the network • Set up user accounts

13. 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 policies • Set up systems to make sure the users follow system policies

14. Operations ManagerSummary of Duties • Supervise the use and maintenance of equipment • Supervise data reception and preparation • Schedule processing activities • Assign duties to the people that he/she manages • Consults with data processing manager on staff problems as well as training and recruitment

15. Computer OperatorSummary of Duties • Starts up and shuts down the system • Responds to messages from the system and carry out actions needed • Observe operations of equipment and report problems to supervisor • Perform routine maintenance • Process jobs according to established procedures • Load input and output units with storage medium or paper • Keep a log of machine performance, operating records, data processing supplies etc.

16. 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

17. Data Entry OperatorSummary of Duties • Copies data from a variety of source documents into the computer • Keeps records on the data transcribed • Verify the data entered

18. 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 media • Keep records of the disks and magnetic tapes stored

19. 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 system • Set up procedures to protect vulnerable information • Develop, document and implement data security policies • Find and fix security vulnerabilities

20. Data Security AnalystSummary of Duties (Continued) • Work with security software • Intentionally access system to try to expose loopholes • Keep up to date with cryptographic tools and techniques and security hardware and software • Have a deep knowledge of the OS and networking

21. 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

22. 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 facilities • Examine input and output of programs for accuracy • Make recommendations for changes to ensure system integrity and accuracy

23. 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 site • Run the web server software • Find and install tools to create web content • Maintain and improve existing web pages

24. 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

25. Software EngineerSummary of Duties • Develop and implement software services • Evaluate software and software designs • Perform design trade-off depending on budget

26. Computer TechnicianSummary of Duties • Troubleshoot and diagnose computer problems • Repair, replace and test computer parts • Receive and set up hardware • Communicate and return failed hardware to vender • Maintain and set up servers and networks • Set up and back up desktop computers and servers

27. Software TesterSummary of Duties • Set up and run simple to complex tests • Document the results of the test

28. Software TrainerSummary of Duties • Assess client’s needs • Prepare learning materials • Set up and prepare the learning environment and resources • Deliver the course • Evaluate the course

29. 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

30. Computer Sales Rep.Summary of Duties • Explain the specifications, functions and capabilities of hardware/ software products to customers • Help customers install new equipments • Attend trade shows and seminars to keep up to date with latest products • Demonstrate equipment to clients

31. ASSIGNMENT • Read 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.

32. HOME-WORK • DO ALL QUESTIONS AT THE END OF THE CHAPTER!