Occupations/15-1211.00
Computer Systems Analysts
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.
Usually a four-year bachelor’s degree.
AI automation risk
78%
Higher automation risk
Human characteristics
39%
Balanced human and task mix
Task orientation
78%
Higher automation risk
A day in this job
- Mostly human
Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.
- Mostly routine
Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
- Mostly routine
Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.
Split from the wording of these tasks, shown next to the occupation’s AI risk. It is not a separate score for each task, and it is not a forecast that the job disappears.
Core tasks
- 01Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
- 02Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.
- 03Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
- 04Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.
- 05Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.
- 06Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.
Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)
- Repeating same tasks4.03
- Degree of automation2.71
- Time sitting4.18
- Originality (ability)3.00
- Conflict situations2.36
- Hands-on objects/tools3.27
- Outdoors / weather1.13
- Disease exposure1.10
- Decision freedom4.20
Top abilities
- Deductive Reasoning4.12
- Written Comprehension4.00
- Oral Expression4.00
- Oral Comprehension4.00
- Information Ordering4.00
- Problem Sensitivity3.88
- Near Vision3.88
- Inductive Reasoning3.88
Essential skills
- Reading Comprehension3.88
- Active Listening3.75
- Writing3.38
- Speaking4.00
- Mathematics3.00
- Science2.25
- Critical Thinking3.75
- Active Learning3.62
- Learning Strategies3.12
- Monitoring3.38
CIP matches
Schools offering related programs
12 of 66 shown
Earnings are College Scorecard medians for that program, 1 and 2 years after completion. A dash means the Department suppressed the cell or the campus is not in the field file.
| Institution | Program | Tuition | Admit | Grad 6-yr | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $15,200 | 24% | 87% | 1 yr $109,429 2 yr $110,878 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $14,800 | 11% | 93% | 1 yr $109,392 2 yr $120,462 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY · Private nonprofit | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $68,200 | 4% | 96% | 1 yr $103,078 2 yr $100,127 Master's · CIP 11.01 |
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $17,700 | 18% | 93% | 1 yr $101,903 2 yr $94,281 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $11,800 | 17% | 91% | 1 yr $88,731 2 yr $91,152 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $11,700 | 31% | 88% | 1 yr $87,663 2 yr $79,558 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $14,600 | 65% | 73% | 1 yr $86,867 2 yr — Master's · CIP 11.01 |
University of St Thomas St. Paul, MN · Private nonprofit | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $50,200 | 77% | 82% | 1 yr $84,021 2 yr $88,527 Master's · CIP 11.01 |
New York University New York, NY · Private nonprofit | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $60,400 | 12% | 88% | 1 yr $81,158 2 yr $79,957 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, TX · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $13,200 | 63% | 83% | 1 yr $78,244 2 yr $77,024 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
University of Florida Gainesville, FL · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $6,400 | 23% | 89% | 1 yr $77,966 2 yr $79,037 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
Michigan State University East Lansing, MI · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $16,100 | 88% | 82% | 1 yr $75,814 2 yr $75,291 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |