Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.

Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.

Expand or modify system to serve new purposes or improve work flow.

Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.

Consult with management to ensure agreement on system principles.

Confer with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address.

Develop, document and revise system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards.

Train staff and users to work with computer systems and programs.

Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility and so information can be shared.

Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.

Review and analyze computer printouts and performance indicators to locate code problems, and correct errors by correcting codes.

Supervise computer programmers or other systems analysts or serve as project leaders for particular systems projects.