Systems integrator

Systems technicians are responsible for installing and configuring equipment (hardware and software), whether IT or telecommunications equipment, and integrating it into a network system. They handle the installation of the complete system, with all its components (computers, peripherals, servers, etc.). They may work in companies that manufacture or sell complete computer systems or in large companies that need an internal systems integration team. They normally work on a team led by the systems consultant.

• Participate in the developmental stage of the design.
  Meet with systems engineers to assess the interface between hardware and software: provide a more specialised viewpoint regarding specific devices.
  Analyse software requirements to determine the feasibility of the design from a technical point of view.
  Analyse information to determine changes to be made to existing systems.
• Perform system implementation.
  Purchase necessary equipment to install the system.
  Program equipment for integration.
  If necessary, write application programmes based on design requirements.
  Conduct tests to verify that requirements are met.
• Handle the installation of the integrated system.
  Install and configure the final system at the client's office, including both hardware and software.
  Resolve problems that may arise during installation.
  During installation, the client may want more features; in this case, notify systems engineers.
  Train users of the new system or of the modifications.
  In some cases, recommend the purchase of humidity control systems to properly maintain equipment.
  Evaluate system capacity and requirements with programmes or by monitoring operation during installation.

Regulated training and graduates

• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Sistemes de gestió d'informació (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Gestió de xarxes de veu i dades (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Seguretat informàtica (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Administració i disseny de xarxes departamentals (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Informàtica i comunicacions: Gestió de sistemes informàtics (Nivell 3)
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of IT and Communications - Advanced Level: Computer Systems Network Administration

Complementary training

Other specific skills

Analytical thought: Level 2

Initiative: Level 3

Communication: Level 2

Team work and cooperation: Level 2

Planning and organisation: Level 2

Customer orientation: Level 2

New technologies

People who show an interest in this field are motivated by the development and advanced use of new technologies in any of their applications (software, hardware, telecommunications) from an innovative perspective and in accordance with the continuous updates of technologies, programmes and equipment that appear on the market. The design, installation, management and maintenance of computer systems and new technologies are activities specific to this field.

Systems administrator

Network Administrator

Network manager

Systems manager

Systems analyst

• Work hours

  Full time, split shift.

• Salary

  Gross annual salary from 18.663 to 26.561 euros, depending on experience. Median: 22.265 euros annum gross.
  
  Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.

• Professional category

  Technician