Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.
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AI Resilience Score
Score 4/6: low AI task exposure means AI will assist but humans remain essential (estimated from legacy data)
How we calculated this:
22% of tasks can be accelerated by AI
0% projected (2024-2034)
EPOCH score: 15/25
Key Responsibilities
- Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
- Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes, and make recommendations regarding component use.
- Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
- 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.
- Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
- Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.
- Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software.
- Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.
- Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes.
Education & Training
Typical Entry Education
Post-secondary certificate
Time to Job Ready
1-3 years
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O*NET Code: 15-1299.08