SOME CAREERS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
The CIO has full responsibility for the IT
department in an organization and all members
of that department.
DUTIES
Create high performance team to plan
and implement technology.
Design and install networks and
desktop.
Serving as the chief policy adviser to
the director of the organization on IT
matters.
Carrying out all powers and duties of
the department as assigned by the
manager of the company.
To check the web pages regularly and
to make the necessary changes.
PROGRAMMER
A programmer is an individual who writes and
debugs computer programs.
DUTIES
Discussing program specification with
the system analyst.
Write programs
Testing programs for correct operation
and intended results.
Debugging programs.
Documenting programs.
Updating, repairing, modifying and
expanding existing programs.
APPLICATIONS PROGRAMMER
Application programmers write software to
meet end-user requirements. They may produce
programs such as payrolls, science programs
and word processing programs.
DUTIES
Discussing program specifications
with the systems analyst.
Writing programs
Testing programs for correct operation
and intended results
Debugging programs
Advice or train users regarding the
technical aspects and use of standard
software packages.
SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER
System programmers write systems software
such as, programs to monitor and control
peripheral devices.
DUTIES
Design system programs.
Write system programs.
Test and debug programs.
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
Network administrators are persons that set up
networks, maintain hardware and software that
comprises the network.
DUTIES
Monitor the network performance.
Consult on purchasing servers
Set up student and staff accounts of
file server
Set up printing devices
System security
Manage all the resources of the
network
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DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Database administrators are persons that
provide operational support for database
solutions.
DUTIES
Provide operational support for
database solutions.
Provide day to day maintenance and
support for a database.
Assisting in implementing and
maintaining database management
systems
Performing daily back-ups of key
databases
Maintaining back-up and executing
recovery if necessary.
store, organize, analyze and secure
data
SYSTEMS ANALYST
These are persons who analyze the functions of
an information system. They can separate
systems in parts and also interact with users
and application developers to design
information systems.
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OTHER DUTIES problems, and help when requested in the
implementation of computer solutions.
They oversee the implementation of
new systems. OTHER DUTIES
They create logical and innovative
solutions. Give advice about computer-
They draw up specific proposals for related products and/or services.
modified or replacement systems. Provide consulting,
Writing user manuals. implementation, support and
They separate systems unit into parts. training.
Provide strategic planning and
business analysis services.
DATA SECURITY ANALYST
COMPUTER ENGINEER
These are persons who monitor, evaluate and
maintain systems and procedures to protect the Computer engineers design, develop, test and
data systems and databases from unauthorized supervise the manufacture of computers and
users. related hardware such as chips or device
controllers.
OTHER DUTIES
OTHER DUTIES
Protecting the confidentiality, integrity
and availability of company Design new computer systems.
information. Design other computer related
To support current data security hardware.
systems. Re-configure computer.
To work closely with technical
architecture teams.
Devise measures for keeping
computer data secure.
COMPUTER CONSULTANT
A computer consultant is an advisor who
helps a company to identify overall system
problems, recommend solutions to these
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DATA PROCESSING
MANAGER
The data processing manager is
responsible for the scheduling and
operation of mainframe computer
processing production to provide efficient,
effective and timely service to the firm.
OTHER DUTIES
Plans, organizes and directs data
processing operation,
develops and implements long-
range goals, objectives and
priorities.
Plans, schedules and controls the
work of the data processing
division.
Provides technical advice to the
data processing committee.
Determines and recommends
appropriate programs,
Monitors and evaluates installed
application.
DATA ENTRY CLERK
A data entry clerk is a member of staff who
reads hand-written or printed records and types
them into a computer.
OTHER DUTIES
Inputting personal details of
customers.
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Entering classified advertisements in a
newspaper.
Transferring paper-based market
research results.
FILE LIBRARIAN
PC SPECIALIST
A file librarian is a person who stores data or
A PC specialist is a person who is responsible information on a computer. They also distribute
for the analysis, selection, installation, training hard copies on tapes, diskettes etc.
and maintenance of PC hardware and software.
OTHER DUTIES
OTHER DUTIES
Retrieve and load files, ,
They install, configure and upgrade Assign files to proper directory,
PC. Convert data to preferred formats and
They help with diagnosing and log all files.
troubleshooting with PCs. Release files to requested personnel
They perform preventative (whether hard or soft copy)
maintenance on PCs.
They connect PCs to both local Follow procedures and quality control steps to
network and the internet. accomplish highly accurate, consistent,
They enable peripherals on PCs. efficient processing of inbound/outbound files
WEB PAGE DESIGNER COMPUTER OPERATOR
Computer operators oversee the operation of
A web page designer is a person who designs
computer hardware systems, ensuring that these
and creates web pages.
machines are used as efficiently and securely as
possible.
DUTIES
OTHER DUTIES
To make web pages
To design web pages
Load equipment with tapes, disks and
To keep web pages up-to-date
paper as needed.
To ensure that the web page designed
While the computer is running they
will meet the company or business
monitor the central console and
needs.
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respond to operating and computer
messages.
If an error occurs they must locate and
solve.
Starting up and shutting down the
system
Carry out basic trouble shooting.
COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
This individual is responsible for the general
repair and maintenance of computer systems.
DUTIES
Set up hardware
Install and configure software
Maintain and repair technological
equipment or peripheral devices
Perform regular upgrades to ensure
systems remain updated
Perform basic troubleshoot to restore
functionality
Keep records of repairs and fixes for
future reference
Offer timely technical support
Teach users how to utilize computers
correctly
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
This individual is generally responsible for
creating new software solutions to meet the
needs of a company.
OTHER DUTIES
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Determines operational problems and
develops and proposes solutions.
Documents and demonstrates
solutions by developing, flowcharts,
diagrams, charts an program code.
Prepares and installs programming
solutions
Obtains and licenses software
Protects operations by keeping
information confidential.
Develops software solutions by
studying information needs; talking
with users; studying systems flow,
data usage, and work processes
IT MANAGER
As the title suggests, this individual
manages or oversee other technology
employees and encourage them to meet
standards of excellence. IT managers
often have the authority to buy
technology and plan budgets.