Career path
Computer Systems Analyst
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
What this work leans on
PRISM reads 29 signals about how a person thinks, decides and works. These are the ones this path draws on most.
- Investigative InterestsCentral
Your interest in analyzing, researching, and understanding how things work.
- OpennessCentral
How drawn you are to new ideas, aesthetic experiences, and unconventional approaches.
- Conventional InterestsImportant
Your interest in structured, detail-oriented work with clear procedures and data.
- IndependenceImportant
How much you value autonomy, self-direction, and freedom from close supervision.
- Working ConditionsImportant
How much you value variety, security, and the material conditions of work (compensation, environment).
- AchievementModerate
How much you value visible accomplishment and using your abilities to their fullest.
All 6 signals above are measured directly in the assessment. See the full method
The basics
- Field
- Technology & engineering
- Job titles you'll see
- Computer Systems Analysts
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