Occupation

Information Technology System Administrators

Information Technology System Administrators develop, maintain and support optimal performance and control security of information technology systems.

NEC Codes
  • 0611-information-technology-and-information-system: 0611: Information Technology and Information System
  • 0612-software-engineering: 0612: Software Engineering
  • 0613-computer-science: 0613: Computer Science
  • 0614-computer-use: 0614: Computer Use
  • noss-code: NOSS Code
Monitor the security of digital information
Monitor the security of digital information

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 10% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Implement security measures for computer or information systems
Implement security measures for computer or information systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 10% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Analyse security of systems, network or data
Analyse security of systems, network or data

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 9% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues
Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Communicate and collaborate” within the “Communication and collaboration” skills cluster family.

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Manage information technology projects or system activities
Manage information technology projects or system activities

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Develop computer or information security policies or procedures
Develop computer or information security policies or procedures

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Communicate project information to others
Communicate project information to others

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Communicate and collaborate” within the “Communication and collaboration” skills cluster family.

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Document design or development procedures
Document design or development procedures

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems
Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 5% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Write computer programming code
Write computer programming code

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 5% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop websites or software” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Read documents to gather technical information
Read documents to gather technical information

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Review or prepare research or technical reports” within the “Records, documentation, reports and research” skills cluster family.

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Analyse data to identify or resolve operational problems
Analyse data to identify or resolve operational problems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 5% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Use data to inform operational decisions” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Evaluate data quality
Evaluate data quality

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Collect samples and analyse results” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Develop software applications
Develop software applications

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop websites or software” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends
Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Research, evaluate or design new technologies” within the “Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement” skills cluster family.

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Conduct research to gain information about products or processes
Conduct research to gain information about products or processes

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Research, evaluate or design new technologies” within the “Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement” skills cluster family.

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Develop procedures for data management
Develop procedures for data management

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Apply machine learning techniques to data
Apply machine learning techniques to data

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Undertake research and analyse data” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Update computer database information
Update computer database information

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 12% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Create and update databases” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Implement security measures for computer or information systems
Implement security measures for computer or information systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Coordinate project activities with other staff or departments
Coordinate project activities with other staff or departments

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Communicate and collaborate” within the “Communication and collaboration” skills cluster family.

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Read documents to gather technical information
Read documents to gather technical information

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Review or prepare research or technical reports” within the “Records, documentation, reports and research” skills cluster family.

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Monitor the security of digital information
Monitor the security of digital information

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Develop database parameters or specifications
Develop database parameters or specifications

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 5% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Verify accuracy of data
Verify accuracy of data

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 5% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Verify accuracy of data or documents” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Modify software programs to improve performance
Modify software programs to improve performance

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Improve operational performance” within the “Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement” skills cluster family.

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Assess database performance
Assess database performance

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Maintain records, documents or other files” within the “Records, documentation, reports and research” skills cluster family.

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Apply new technologies to improve work processes
Apply new technologies to improve work processes

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Research, evaluate or design new technologies” within the “Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement” skills cluster family.

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Create databases to store electronic data
Create databases to store electronic data

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Create and update databases” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Manage information technology projects or system activities
Manage information technology projects or system activities

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Develop guidelines for system implementation
Develop guidelines for system implementation

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop operational strategies, plans or procedures” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Collate and analyse information for threat intelligence requirements from a variety of sources
Collate and analyse information for threat intelligence requirements from a variety of sources

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Investigate illegal activities or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Train others in computer interface or software use
Train others in computer interface or software use

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Teach others to use computer technology” within the “Teaching and education” skills cluster family.

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Develop software applications
Develop software applications

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop websites or software” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems
Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Design computer modelling or simulation programs
Design computer modelling or simulation programs

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop websites or software” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Design integrated computer systems
Design integrated computer systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Write computer programming code
Write computer programming code

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop websites or software” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Document design or development procedures
Document design or development procedures

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Anticipate the organisational implications of machine learning models
Anticipate the organisational implications of machine learning models

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Estimate time or monetary resources needed to complete projects
Estimate time or monetary resources needed to complete projects

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Manage operational budgets” within the “Business operations and financial activities” skills cluster family.

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Develop computer or information security policies or procedures
Develop computer or information security policies or procedures

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends
Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Research, evaluate or design new technologies” within the “Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement” skills cluster family.

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Develop performance metrics or standards related to information technology
Develop performance metrics or standards related to information technology

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Operational specifications design and reporting” within the “Business operations and financial activities” skills cluster family.

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Develop models of information or communications systems
Develop models of information or communications systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.74% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Analyse market or customer related data
Analyse market or customer related data

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.48% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Analyse market data and trends” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Analyse data to identify trends or relationships among variables
Analyse data to identify trends or relationships among variables

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.48% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Undertake research and analyse data” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Develop detailed project plans
Develop detailed project plans

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.44% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Undertake project planning” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Coordinate software or hardware installation
Coordinate software or hardware installation

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.44% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Monitor the performance of computer networks
Monitor the performance of computer networks

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 10% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain computers” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Maintain computer networks to enhance performance and user access
Maintain computer networks to enhance performance and user access

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 9% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain computers” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Monitor the security of digital information
Monitor the security of digital information

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 8% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Implement security measures for computer or information systems
Implement security measures for computer or information systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Review computer information systems, procedures and networks
Review computer information systems, procedures and networks

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain computers” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Configure computer networks
Configure computer networks

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain computers” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Analyse security of systems, network or data
Analyse security of systems, network or data

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Provide technical support for computer network issues
Provide technical support for computer network issues

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Operate computer systems
Operate computer systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain computers” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Manage information technology projects or system activities
Manage information technology projects or system activities

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Install computer hardware
Install computer hardware

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Install and maintain computer equipment or software” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Train others in computer interface or software use
Train others in computer interface or software use

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Teach others to use computer technology” within the “Teaching and education” skills cluster family.

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Document network-related activities or tasks
Document network-related activities or tasks

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Write computer programming code
Write computer programming code

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop websites or software” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Collate and analyse information for threat intelligence requirements from a variety of sources
Collate and analyse information for threat intelligence requirements from a variety of sources

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Investigate illegal activities or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Analyse data to identify or resolve operational problems
Analyse data to identify or resolve operational problems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Use data to inform operational decisions” within the “Data, analytics, and databases” skills cluster family.

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Coordinate project activities with other staff or departments
Coordinate project activities with other staff or departments

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Communicate and collaborate” within the “Communication and collaboration” skills cluster family.

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Document design or development procedures
Document design or development procedures

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Ensure business strategies comply with information security standards
Ensure business strategies comply with information security standards

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Develop detailed project plans
Develop detailed project plans

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Undertake project planning” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Assess network-related risks and specify recovery routines and contingency procedures
Assess network-related risks and specify recovery routines and contingency procedures

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Resolve computer application or systems issues” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Create electronic data backup to prevent loss of information
Create electronic data backup to prevent loss of information

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Enforce or maintain security” within the “Security and emergency services” skills cluster family.

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Coordinate software or hardware installation
Coordinate software or hardware installation

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Develop procedures for data management
Develop procedures for data management

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues
Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Communicate and collaborate” within the “Communication and collaboration” skills cluster family.

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Resolve computer network problems
Resolve computer network problems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Resolve computer application or systems issues” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Resolve computer software problems
Resolve computer software problems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Resolve computer application or systems issues” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems
Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Resolve computer application or systems issues” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Provide technical support for software maintenance or use
Provide technical support for software maintenance or use

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.92% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Document operational activities
Document operational activities

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.82% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Manage or document operational procedure or process” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Design integrated computer systems
Design integrated computer systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.80% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Test computer hardware performance
Test computer hardware performance

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.80% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Test computer or software performance” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Test software performance
Test software performance

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.80% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Test computer or software performance” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Develop computer or information security policies or procedures
Develop computer or information security policies or procedures

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.73% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Maintain the inventory of equipment
Maintain the inventory of equipment

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.72% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Maintain inventory and stock” within the “Business operations and financial activities” skills cluster family.

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Coordinate resource procurement activities
Coordinate resource procurement activities

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.69% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Manage operational budgets” within the “Business operations and financial activities” skills cluster family.

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Identify information technology project resource requirements
Identify information technology project resource requirements

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.52% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop procedures for communications and data management” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Analyse project data to determine specifications or requirements
Analyse project data to determine specifications or requirements

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.52% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Develop or evaluate projects or designs” within the “Operating procedures and processes” skills cluster family.

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Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems
Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.35% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “ICT support, design and management” within the “Digital technologies and electronics” skills cluster family.

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Collect data about customer needs
Collect data about customer needs

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.27% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Provide customer service and communicate information” within the “Customer service” skills cluster family.

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Conduct research to gain information about products or processes
Conduct research to gain information about products or processes

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.10% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Research, evaluate or design new technologies” within the “Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement” skills cluster family.

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Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends
Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends

A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.10% of their time on this task.

This specific skill is part of the “Research, evaluate or design new technologies” within the “Performance evaluation and efficiency improvement” skills cluster family.

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Malaysia Standard Industrial Classification (MSIC)

National Education Code (NEC)

0611: Information Technology and Information System
0612: Software Engineering
0613: Computer Science
0614: Computer Use
NOSS Code

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Trending Skills

Skills that have increased in demand over the past few years based on job advertisement data

E

Emerging Skills

Skills that are new to this occupation within the last five years based on job advertisement data

Job advertisement data is current to 31 December 2021