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Computer and Information Systems Technician

Digital, Computers & Informatics

  • Average Salary

    RM3300 - RM 4600

  • Career Trends

  • Compability

What is Computer and Information Systems Technician?

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Minimum education level

 

PT3

SPM

STPM

Diploma

Degree

Average Salary

RM3300 - RM 4600

Example of a Job Position

Director of Computing Services
Data Processing Manager
Application Development Director
Director of Information Systems
Information System Manager
Information System Supervisor
Information Technology Director
Information Technology Manager
Director of MSI (Management of Information Systems)
Technical Services Manager

Task

? Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity ? Manage backup, security and user help systems ? Develop and interpret organizational goals, policies, and procedures ? Develop computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery ? Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements

Knowledge

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Administration and Management

Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination between people and resources.

English

Knowledge of the structure and content of English, including the meaning and spelling of each word, composition rules, and grammar.

Production and Processing

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques to maximize the effectiveness of manufacturing and distribution of goods.

Skills

Active Listening

Give full attention to the words of others, set aside time to understand the points presented, ask questions appropriately, and not interrupt at the wrong time

Monitor

Monitor / assess the performance of themselves, other individuals, and organizations to develop or take corrective actions.

Complex Problem Solving

Identify complex problems and review related information in order to develop and evaluate options and solutions that can be applied.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to the problems handled

Reading Understanding

Understand sentences and paragraphs written in work documents.

Capability

  • 1

    Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas when speaking, so that others can understand what is being conveyed

  • 2

    Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to certain problems in order to produce reasonable answers.

  • 3

    Oral Understanding - The ability to listen and understand information and ideas conveyed through words and oral sentences

  • 4

    Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or maybe wrong. This does not involve solving the problem, only knowing if there is a problem.

  • 5

    Written Understanding - Ability to read and understand information and ideas conveyed through writing

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