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What They Do |
The following is a summary of the main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
 | Information systems business analysts and consultants confer with clients to identify and document requirements, conduct business and technical studies, design, develop, integrate and implement information systems business solutions, and provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management, security and service delivery. |
| Systems security analysts confer with clients to identify and document requirements, assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware, and develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches. |
| Information systems quality assurance analysts develop and implement policies and procedures throughout the software development life cycle to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness and overall quality of software products and information systems. |
| Systems auditors conduct independent third-party reviews to assess quality assurance practices, software products and information systems. |
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Where They Find Work — Top Occupational Areas |
| Computer systems design and related services |
38.0% |
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| Public administration |
11.0% |
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| Finance and insurance |
10.0% |
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| Information and cultural industries |
7.0% |
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| Management scientific and technical consulting services |
4.0% |
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| The unionization rate (22%) is below the average (32%) for all occupations. |
| The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Information Systems Analysts and Consultants are found in Alberta and Ontario while the lowest concentrations are in Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland. |
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