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Computer Systems Engineers/Architects - 15-1299.08

O*NET-SOC Description

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

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Electronic Data Interchange System Developer (EDI System Developer)
  • Information Technology Architect (IT Architect)
  • Network and Infrastructure Engineer
  • Network Engineer
  • Solutions Architect
  • Systems Architect
  • Systems Consultant
  • Systems Engineer

SOC Occupation Groups

15-0000 Computer and Mathematical Occupations
15-1200 Computer Occupations
15-1290 Miscellaneous Computer Occupations
15-1299.00 Computer Occupations, All Other
15-1299.08 Computer Systems Engineers/Architects

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Tasks

  • Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
  • Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports, or white papers.
  • Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
  • Complete models and simulations, using manual or automated tools, to analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions.
  • Configure servers to meet functional specifications.
  • Define and analyze objectives, scope, issues, or organizational impact of information systems.
  • Design and conduct hardware or software tests.
  • Develop application-specific software.
  • Develop efficient and effective system controllers.
  • Develop or approve project plans, schedules, or budgets.
  • Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration, or distributed system architectures.
  • Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems.
  • Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application software, or computer or network hardware.
  • Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other system-related information.
  • Establish functional or system standards to address operational requirements, quality requirements, and design constraints.
  • Evaluate current or emerging technologies to consider factors such as cost, portability, compatibility, or usability.
  • Evaluate existing systems to determine effectiveness, and suggest changes to meet organizational requirements.
  • Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.
  • Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes, and make recommendations regarding component use.
  • Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
  • Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software.
  • Perform security analyses of developed or packaged software components.
  • Provide advice on project costs, design concepts, or design changes.
  • Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
  • Provide technical guidance or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems.
  • Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes.
  • Train system users in system operation or maintenance.
  • Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.

Detailed Work Activities

  • Analyze security of systems, network, or data.
  • Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.
  • Communicate project information to others.
  • Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
  • Configure computer networks.
  • Coordinate project activities with other personnel or departments.
  • Coordinate software or hardware installation.
  • Design computer modeling or simulation programs.
  • Design integrated computer systems.
  • Design software applications.
  • Develop detailed project plans.
  • Develop guidelines for system implementation.
  • Develop models of information or communications systems.
  • Develop organizational goals or objectives.
  • Develop performance metrics or standards related to information technology.
  • Document technical specifications or requirements.
  • Evaluate utility of software or hardware technologies.
  • Identify information technology project resource requirements.
  • Install computer hardware.
  • Install computer software.
  • Maintain computer hardware.
  • Manage information technology projects or system activities.
  • Monitor computer system performance to ensure proper operation.
  • Prepare analytical reports.
  • Provide technical support for software maintenance or use.
  • Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems.
  • Test computer hardware performance.
  • Test computer system operations to ensure proper functioning.
  • Test software performance.
  • Train others in computer interface or software use.

Military Crosswalk Titles

  • Aviation Logistics Information Management System (ALIMS) Specialist (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) Officer (Marine Corps - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Communications System Current Ops Manager (Navy - Commissioned or Warrant Officer)
  • Computer Network Capability Development (Navy - Commissioned or Warrant Officer)
  • Cryptologic Technician (Maintenance) (Navy - Enlisted)
  • CWO - Cyber Warrant Officer (Navy - Warrant Officer only)
  • Cyber Capabilities Development Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Cyber Defense Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Client Systems Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Knowledge Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Networks Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, RF Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Security Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Software Development Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Systems Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber Defense Operations Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Cyber RandD Specialist (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Cyberspace Defense Warrant Officer (Army - Warrant Officer only)
  • Cyberspace Warfare Operator (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Data Network Engineering (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Data Operations Warrant Officer (Army - Warrant Officer only)
  • Data Systems Chief (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Data Systems Engineering (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Data Systems Specialist (Marine Corps - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, ABM (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Aeronautical (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Airlift (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Astronautical (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Bomber (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, C2ISREW (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Computer Systems (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Electrical/Electronic (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Fighter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Flight Test (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, General (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Helicopter or EWO (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Mechanical (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Project (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, RPA (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Special Operations (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Systems/Industrial/Human Factors (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Tanker (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Developmental Engineer, Trainer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Health Services Systems Management (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Information Systems Management (Coast Guard - Warrant Officer only)
  • Information Systems Manager (Marine Corps - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Intelligence Technology and Data Chief (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Network Systems Engineering (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Senior Signal Warrant Officer (Army - Warrant Officer only)
  • Space and Waveform Integration Officer (Marine Corps - Warrant Officer only)
  • Strategic Electromagnetic Spectrum Officer (Marine Corps - Warrant Officer only)
  • Systems Automation Acquisition and Engineering (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Systems Automation Engineering (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Systems Development (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Technical Information Operations Officer (Marine Corps - Commissioned Officer only)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Computer Systems Hardware Analyst