Computer systems analysts analyze business or scientific tasks and plan and develop the hardware systems and software that allow a computer to complete these tasks. Most employers will require that a computer systems analyst have a college education. An undergraduate degree in computer science, a background in accounting and business management or even an MBA, are all things that a potential employer will be looking for. Computer systems analysts are often employed by one of the following:

• Businesses
• Universities
• Hospitals
• Government agencies

The employment outlook for a computer systems analyst is very favorable and expected to grow much faster than average. The median yearly wage for a computer systems analyst is roughly $67,000.