Occupation: 261313 - Software Engineer

(Software Architect, Software Designer)

Designs, develops, modifies, documents, tests, implements, installs and supports software applications and systems.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least 5 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• researching, consulting, analysing and evaluating system program needs
• identifying technology limitations and deficiencies in existing systems and associated processes, procedures and methods
• testing, debugging, diagnosing and correcting errors and faults in an applications programming language within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure programs and applications perform to specification
• writing and maintaining program code to meet system requirements, system designs and technical specifications in accordance with quality accredited standards
• writing, updating and maintaining technical program, end user documentation and operational procedures
• providing advice, guidance and expertise in developing proposals and strategies for software design activities such as financial evaluation and costings for recommending software purchase and upgrades

Specialisations:
Database Designer
Systems Architect

Occupation: 272115 - Student Counsellor

(School Counsellor)

Provides information and assistance to students, parents and teachers about a wide range of matters such as students' personal problems, learning difficulties and special requirements.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• working with clients on career, study and employment options by obtaining and examining information relevant to their abilities and needs
• providing information and resources to assist clients with job-seeking skills
• assessing client needs in relation to treatment for drug and alcohol abuse
• conducting counselling interviews with individuals, couples and family groups
• assisting the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal and marital relationships
• presenting alternative approaches and discussing potential for attitude and behaviour change
• consulting with clients to develop rehabilitation plans taking account of vocational and social needs
• contributing information, understanding and advice on the learning and behaviour of students, especially those with special needs, and assisting parents and teachers in dealing with these needs
• may work in a call centre

Occupation: 252111 - Chiropractor

Diagnoses and treats physiological and mechanical disorders of the human locomotor system, particularly neuromuscular skeletal disorders, and provides advice on preventing these orders. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• administering a variety of neurological, musculoskeletal and functional tests to identify and assess physical problems and ailments of patients
• planning and discussing effective management of patients' dysfunction
• designing, reviewing, monitoring, assessing and evaluating treatment programs
• assisting and improving the function of all body systems such as musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine and genitourinary systems
• recording detailed patient medical histories, treatments delivered and the patients' responses and progress to treatments
• referring patients to specialists and liaising with other Health Professionals in relation to patients' problems, need and progress
• educating patients, their partners, family and friends in therapeutic procedures, such as home exercises and lifestyle changes, to enhance patients' health and wellbeing

Occupation: 253314 - Clinical Oncologist

Manages and treats patients with cancer and tumours. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the nature and extent of problems after referral from General Medical Practitioners and other medical specialists, and undertaking laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures
• analysing test results and other medical information to make diagnoses
• prescribing and administering drugs, and remedial and therapeutic treatment and procedures
• recording medical information and data
• reporting specified contagious and notifiable diseases to government health and immigration authorities
• may admit or refer patients to hospitals
• may consult other medical specialists

Occupation: 253516 - Paediatric Surgeon

Provides surgical care and treatment to children from birth up to, and including, adolescence. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the necessity of operations, estimating and explaining risks to patients, and selecting the best operational procedures
• reviewing reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical histories
• consulting with Anaethetists regarding the correct anaesthesia for patients
• performing surgical operations
• examining instruments, equipment, and surgical set-up to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods have been followed
• instructing other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patient and instrument and equipment requirements
• prescribing post-operative care, and observing and investigating patients' progress
• maintaining records of operations performed
• may specialise in particular types of operations

Occupation: 254413 - Registered Nurse (Child & Family Health)

Provides nursing care to children from birth to school age and their families with an emphasis on the prevention, early detection of, and early intervention in, physical, emotional and social problems affecting children and their families such as assistance with parentcraft, immunisation and developmental milestones. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualificatioon (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
• working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
• providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
• promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
• answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
• supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Occupation: 261399 - Software & Applications Programmers NEC

This occupation group covers Software and Applications Programmers not elsewhere classified.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• researching, consulting, analysing and evaluating system program needs
• identifying technology limitations and deficiencies in existing systems and associated processes, procedures and methods
• testing, debugging, diagnosing and correcting errors and faults in an applications programming lanugage within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure programs and applications perform to specification
• writing and maintaining program code to meet system requirements, system designs and technical specifications in accordance with quality accredited standards
• writing, updating and maintaining technical program, end user documentation and operational procedures
• providing advice, guidance and expertise in developing proposals and strategies for software design activities such as financial evaluation and costings for recommending software purchase and upgrades

Occupations in this group include:
Software Tester

Occupation: 272199 - Counsellors NEC

This occupation group covers Counsellors not elsewhere classified. Occupations in this group may work in a call centre.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• working with clients on career, study and employment options by obtaining and examining information relevant to their abilities and needs
• providing information and resources to assist clients with job-seeking skills
• assessing client needs in relation to treatment for drug and alcohol abuse
• conducting counselling interviews with individuals, couples and family groups
• assisting the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal and marital relationships
• presenting alternative approaches and discussing potential for attitude and behaviour change
• consulting with clients to develop rehabilitation plans taking account of vocational and social needs
• contributing information, understanding and advice on the learning and behaviour of students, especially those with special needs, and assisting parents and teachers in dealing with these needs
• may work in a call centre

Occupations in this group include:
Gambling Counsellor
Grief Counsellor
Life Coach
Rape Crisis Counsellor
Trauma Counsellor

Occupation: 252112 - Osteopath

Diagnoses and treats tissue strains, stresses and dysfunctions which impede normal neural, vascular and biochemical mechanisms, and provides advice on preventing these disorders. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• administering a variety of neurological, musculoskeletal and functional tests to identify and assess physical problems and ailments of patients
• planning and discussing effective management of patients' dysfunction
• designing, reviewing, monitoring, assessing and evaluating treatment programs
• assisting and improving the function of all body systems such as musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine and genitourinary systems
• recording detailed patient medical histories, treatments delivered and the patients' responses and progress to treatments
• referring patients to specialists and liaising with other Health Professionals in relation to patients' problems, need and progress
• educating patients, their partners, family and friends in therapeutic procedures, such as home exercises and lifestyle changes, to enhance patients' health and wellbeing

Occupation: 253315 - Endocrinologist

Investigates, diagnoses and treats disorders of the human glandular and hormonal systems. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the nature and extent of problems after referral from General Medical Practitioners and other medical specialists, and undertaking laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures
• analysing test results and other medical information to make diagnoses
• prescribing and administering drugs, and remedial and therapeutic treatment and procedures
• recording medical information and data
• reporting specified contagious and notifiable diseases to government health and immigration authorities
• may admit or refer patients to hospitals
• may consult other medical specialists

Specialisation:
Diabetologist

Occupation: 253517 - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon

Performs surgery to repair and reconstruct muscle and tissue injuries and congenital deformities. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the necessity of operations, estimating and explaining risks to patients, and selecting the best operational procedures
• reviewing reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical histories
• consulting with Anaethetists regarding the correct anaesthesia for patients
• performing surgical operations
• examining instruments, equipment, and surgical set-up to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods have been followed
• instructing other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patient and instrument and equipment requirements
• prescribing post-operative care, and observing and investigating patients' progress
• maintaining records of operations performed
• may specialise in particular types of operations

Occupation: 254414 - Registered Nurse (Community Health)

Provides nursing care, health counselling, screening and education to individuals, families and group in the wider community with a focus on patient independence and health promotion. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualificatioon (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
• working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
• providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
• promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
• answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
• supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Specialisations:
Registered Nurse (Health Education and Promotion)
Registered Nurse (Public Health)
Registered Nurse (School Nurse)

Occupation: 262111 - Database Administrator

(Database Operator, Database Specialist, Database Support, DBA)

Plans, develops, configures, maintains and supports an organisation's database management system in accordance with user requirements ensuring optimal database integrity, security, backup, reliability and performance

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• designing and maintaining database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all data master files
• performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls
• implementing and administering database documentation, guidelines, policies and procedures
• testing database systems and upgrades, such as debugging, tracking, reproduction, logging and resolving all identified problems, according to approved quality testing scripts, procedures and processes
• accepting responsibility for the processes, procedures and operational management associated with system security and disaster recovery planning
• liaising with security vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources; analysing, recommending, installing and maintaining software security applications; and monitoring contractual obligations, performance delivery and service level agreements
• troubleshooting and providing service support in diagnosing, resolving and repairing server-related hardware and software malfunctions, encompassing workstations and communication infrastructure
• preparing and maintaining documentation, policies and instruction, and recording and detailing operational procedures and system logs
• ensuring that the design of computer sites allows all components to fit together and work properly, and monitoring and adjusting the performance of networks
• continually surveying the current computer site to determine future network needs and making recommendations for enhancements in the implementation of future servers and networks

Specialisation:
Database Analyst

Occupation: 272211 - Minister of Religion

Performs spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of a religious faith, and provides motivation, guidance and training in religious life for the people of a congregation or parish, and the wider community.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. The occupation in this unit group requires high levels of personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualification or experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• preparing and conducting services of public worship and acknowledgements of faith
• preparing and delivering sermons, homilies and special talks, and planning music for services
• participating in the social and welfare activities of communities, encouraging people to be aware of their responsibilities, and organising participation in community projects
• conducting classes of religious instruction, and supervising prayer and discussion group, retreats and seminars
• conducting premarital and family counselling and referring people to professional service agencies where necessary
• performing marriages, funerals and special memorial services according to tradition and ecclesiastical and civil law
• visiting members of the community in their homes, hospitals and other institutions to provide advice and religious comfort
• keeping records as required by the church and civil law

Specialisations:
Aboriginal Ceremonial Celebrant
Chaplain
Imam
Monk
Priest
Rabbi
Salvation Army Officer

Occupation: 252211 - Acupuncturist

Treats disorders and illnesses by stimulating the body's defence mechanisms through inserting fine needles into the skin.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• assessing patients to determine the nature of the disorder, illness, problem or need by questioning, examining and observing
• developing and implementing treatment plans using applications such as acupuncture, homoeopathic and herbal medicine, and dance, drama, hypnotic and music therapies
• evaluating and documenting patients' progress through treatment plans
• providing dietary and lifestyle advice and guidelines
• prescribing natural medicines, such as herbal, mineral and animal extracts, to stimulate the body's capacity for self-healing

Occupation: 253316 - Gastroenterologist

Investigates, diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the human liver, stomach and associated organs. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the nature and extent of problems after referral from General Medical Practitioners and other medical specialists, and undertaking laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures
• analysing test results and other medical information to make diagnoses
• prescribing and administering drugs, and remedial and therapeutic treatment and procedures
• recording medical information and data
• reporting specified contagious and notifiable diseases to government health and immigration authorities
• may admit or refer patients to hospitals
• may consult other medical specialists

Occupation: 253518 - Urologist

Provides medical and surgical treatment to patients with disorders of the kidney, urinary bladder and urethra, and treats disorders of the male sex organs. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the necessity of operations, estimating and explaining risks to patients, and selecting the best operational procedures
• reviewing reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical histories
• consulting with Anaethetists regarding the correct anaesthesia for patients
• performing surgical operations
• examining instruments, equipment, and surgical set-up to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods have been followed
• instructing other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patient and instrument and equipment requirements
• prescribing post-operative care, and observing and investigating patients' progress
• maintaining records of operations performed
• may specialise in particular types of operations

Occupation: 254415 - Registered Nurse (Critical Care & Emergency)

Provides nursing care to critically ill patients and patients with unstable health following injury, surgery or during the acute phase of diseases, integrating new technological equipment into care in settings such as high dependency units, intensive care units, emergency departments or retrieval services. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualificatioon (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
• working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
• providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
• promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
• answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
• supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Specialisations:
Registered Nurse (Acute Care)
Registered Nurse (Emergency/Trauma)
Registered Nurse (High Dependency)
Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care)
Registered Nurse (Paediatric Intensive Care)

Occupation: 262112 - ICT Security Specialist

(Security Administrator)

Establishes, manages and administers an organisation's ICT security policy and procedures to ensure preventive and recovery strategies are in place, and minimise the risk of internal and external security threats.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• designing and maintaining database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all data master files
• performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls
• implementing and administering database documentation, guidelines, policies and procedures all identified problems, according to approved quality testing scripts, procedures and process
• accepting responsibility for the processes, procedures and operational management associated with system security and disaster recovering planning
• liaising with security vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources; analysing, recommending, installing and maintaining software security applications; and monitoring contractual obligations, performance delivery and service level agreements
• troubleshooting and providing service support in diagnosing, resolving and repairing server-related hardware and software malfunctions, encompassing workstations and communication infrastructure
• preparing and maintaining documentation, policies and instructions, and recording and detailing operational procedures and system logs
• ensuring that the design of computer sites allows all components to fit together and work properly, and monitoring and adjusting the performance of networks
• continually surveying the current computer site to determine future network needs and making recommendations for enhancements in the implementation of future servers and networks

Specialisation:
Information Technology Security Manager

Occupation: 272311 - Clinical Psychological

Consults with individuals and groups, assesses psychological disorders and administers programs of treatment. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• collecting data about clients and assessing their cognitive, behavioural and emotional disorders.
• administering and interpreting diagnostic tests and formulating plans for treatment
• developing, administering and evaluating individual and group treatment programs
• consulting with other professionals on details of cases and treatment plans
• conducting research studies of motivation in learning, group performance and individual differences in mental abilities and educational performance
• collecting data and analysing characteristics of students and recommending educational programs
• formulating achievement, diagnostic and predictive tests for use by teachers in planning methods and content of instruction
• developing interview techniques, psychological tests and other aids in workplace selection, placement, appraisal and promotion
• conducting surveys and research studies on job design, work groups, morale, motivation, supervision and management
• performing job analyses and establishing job requirements by observing and interviewing employees and managers

Specialisations:
Forensic Psychologist
Health Psychologist
Neuropsychologist

Occupation: 252213 - Naturopath

Treats internal health problems, metabolic disorders and imbalances through treatment of the whole person using natural therapies.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• assessing patients to determine the nature of the disorder, illness, problem or need by questioning, examining and observing
• developing and implementing treatment plans using applications such as acupuncture, homoeopathic and herbal medicine, and dance, drama, hypnotic and music therapies
• evaluating and documenting patients' progress through treatment plans
• providing dietary and lifestyle advice and guidelines
• prescribing natural medicines, such as herbal, mineral and animal extracts, to stimulate the body's capacity for self-healing

Occupation: 253317 - Intensive Care Specialist

(Intensive Care Medicine Specialist, Intensivist)

Investigates, diagnoses and treats patients in need of intensive and critical care. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the nature and extent of problems after referral from General Medical Practitioners and other medical specialists, and undertaking laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures
• analysing test results and other medical information to make diagnoses
• prescribing and administering drugs, and remedial and therapeutic treatment and procedures
• recording medical information and data
• reporting specified contagious and notifiable diseases to government health and immigration authorities
• may admit or refer patients to hospitals
• may consult other medical specialists

Occupation: 253521 - Vascular Surgeon

Performs surgery to treat patients with conditions affecting their arteries and veins. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• examining patients to determine the necessity of operations, estimating and explaining risks to patients, and selecting the best operational procedures
• reviewing reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical histories
• consulting with Anaethetists regarding the correct anaesthesia for patients
• performing surgical operations
• examining instruments, equipment, and surgical set-up to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods have been followed
• instructing other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patient and instrument and equipment requirements
• prescribing post-operative care, and observing and investigating patients' progress
• maintaining records of operations performed
• may specialise in particular types of operations

Occupation: 254416 - Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)

(Mental Retardation Nurse)

Provides nursing care to people with intellectual and development disabilities ina range of health, welfare and community settings. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualificatioon (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
• working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
• providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
• promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
• answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
• supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Occupation: 262113 - Systems Administrator

(Systems Manager)

Plans, develops, installs, troubleshoots, maintains and supports an operating system and associated server hardware, software and databases ensuring optimum system integrity, security, backup and performance.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• designing and maintaining database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all data master files
• performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls
• implementing and administering database documentation, guidelines, policies and procedures
• testing database systems and upgrades, such as debugging, tracking, reproduction, logging and resolving all identified problems, according to approved quality testing scripts, procedures and processes
• accepting responsibility for the processes, procedures and operational management associated with system security and disaster recovery planning
• liaising with security vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources; analysing, recommending, installing and maintaining software security applications; and monitoring contractual obligations, performance delivery and service level agreements
• troubleshooting and providing service support in diagnosing, resolving and repairing server-related hardware and software malfunctions, encompassing workstations and communication infrastructure
• preparing and maintaining documentation, policies and instruction, and recording and detailing operational procedures and system logs
• ensuring that the design of computer sites allows all components to fit together and work properly, and monitoring and adjusting the performance of networks
• continually surveying the current computer site to determine future network needs and making recommendations for enhancements in the implementation of future servers and networks