These occupations involve using computers or mathematical principles to solve problems. Examples include Computer Programmers, Network Specialists, Statisticians, and Operations Research Analysts.

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Computer Specialists
Mathematical Specialists

Computer Specialists

Computer and Information Scientists, Research 15-1011.00
Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Solve or develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Computer Programmers 15-1021.00
Convert project specifications and statements of problems and procedures to detailed logical flow charts for coding into computer language. Develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information. May program web sites.

Computer Security Specialists 15-1071.01
Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures for information systems to regulate access to computer data files and prevent unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure of information.

Computer Software Engineers, Applications 15-1031.00
Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.

Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software 15-1032.00
Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

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Computer Specialists, All Other 15-1099.99
All computer specialists not listed separately.

Computer Support Specialists 15-1041.00
Provide technical assistance to computer system users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from remote location. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

Computer Systems Analysts 15-1051.00
Analyze science, engineering, business, and all other data processing problems for application to electronic data processing systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software. May supervise computer programmers.

Computer Systems Engineers/Architects 15-1099.02
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.

Database Administrators 15-1061.00
Coordinate changes to computer databases, test and implement the database applying knowledge of database management systems. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.

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Network and Computer Systems Administrators 15-1071.00
Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet system or a segment of a network system. Maintain network hardware and software. Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. May supervise other network support and client server specialists and plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures.

Network Designers 15-1099.03
Determine user requirements and design specifications for computer networks. Plan and implement network upgrades.

Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts 15-1081.00
Analyze, design, test, and evaluate network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), Internet, intranet, and other data communications systems. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. Research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software. Includes telecommunications specialists who deal with the interfacing of computer and communications equipment. May supervise computer programmers.

Software Quality Assurance Engineers and Testers 15-1099.01
Develop and execute software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes.

Web Administrators 15-1099.05
Manage web environment design, deployment, development, and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

Web Developers 15-1099.04
Develop and design web applications and web sites. Create and specify architectural and technical parameters. Direct web site content creation, enhancement, and maintenance.

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Mathematical Specialists

Actuaries 15-2011.00
Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain premium rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other 15-2099.99
All mathematical scientists not listed separately.

Mathematical Technicians 15-2091.00
Apply standardized mathematical formulas, principles, and methodology to technological problems in engineering and physical sciences in relation to specific industrial and research objectives, processes, equipment, and products.

Mathematicians 15-2021.00
Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve or direct solutions to problems in various fields by mathematical methods.

Operations Research Analysts 15-2031.00
Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods using a computer to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May develop related software, service, or products. Frequently concentrates on collecting and analyzing data and developing decision support software. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

Statisticians 15-2041.00
Engage in the development of mathematical theory or apply statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields, such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, economic statistics, or other fields.

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