Computer and Information Systems Managers Go Back to List Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Metadata management software

Tasks
	Manage backup, security and user help systems.
	Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements.
	Direct daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines.
	Assign and review the work of systems analysts, programmers, and other computer-related workers.
	Stay abreast of advances in technology.
	Develop computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery.
	Review and approve all systems charts and programs prior to their implementation.
	Evaluate the organization's technology use and needs and recommend improvements, such as hardware and software upgrades.
	Control operational budget and expenditures.
	Meet with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.

Skills
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
	Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
	Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
	Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Knowledge
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
	Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
	Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
	Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
	Telecommunications - Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
	Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $167,424.00 $80.49  $52.25  $61.89 - $93.28  Bridgeport/Stamford $180,136.00 $86.61  $53.54  $63.43 - $104.50  Danbury $157,898.00 $75.91  $46.15  $54.17 - $89.93  Hartford $166,574.00 $80.08  $55.25  $64.73 - $88.34  New Haven $157,560.00 $75.75  $49.89  $56.42 - $87.01  New London/Norwich $151,670.00 $72.92  $47.71  $56.83 - $83.60  Waterbury $142,297.00 $68.41  $42.35  $48.92 - $82.99  Torrington $137,063.00 $65.89  $41.78  $48.90 - $81.77

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   757   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities.

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