Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Architect, Information Technology Architect (IT Architect), Solution Architect, Systems Engineer
see titles from the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, or Navy.
Computer Systems Programming; Computer Systems Programming Apprentice; Computer Systems Programming Helper; Computer Systems Programming Journeyman; Cyber Surety Apprentice; Cyber Surety Craftsman; Cyber Surety Journeyman; Cyber Warfare Operations Apprentice; Cyber Warfare Operations Craftsman; Cyber Warfare Operations Journeyman; Cyber Warfare Operations Superintendent
Information Protection Technician; Information Services Technician; Senior Network Operations Technician
Cyberspace Defensive Operator; Cyberspace Operations Chief; Defensive Cyberspace Chief; Defensive Cyberspace Operator
CWO - Cyber Warrant Officer; RL - Special Duty Officer - Cyber Warfare Engineer
What they do:
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.
On the job, you would:
- Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.
- Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration, or distributed system architectures.
- Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
Engineering and Technology
- computers and electronics
- product and service development
Arts and Humanities
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Communications
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Basic Skills
- reading work related information
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
- measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it
- figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
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Verbal
- communicate by writing
- listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
- notice when problems happen
- create new and original ideas
Math
- choose the right type of math to solve a problem
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide
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People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Innovation
- Persistence
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Dependability
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You might use software like this on the job:
Web platform development software
- Hypertext markup language HTML
- Node.js
Development environment software
Object or component oriented development software
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bachelor's degree or
master's degree
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are likely in the future.
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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In the military:
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