£26,000 Average salary at age 20
£59,280 Average Salary
39 Average hours per week

Description

Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of tasks not elsewhere classified in MINOR GROUP 213: Information Technology and Telecommunication Professionals.

Main Tasks

  • Undertakes the testing of software, systems or computer games for errors, identifies source of problems and proposes solutions;
  • Develops, implements and documents test plans for IT software, systems and computer games;
  • Develops quality standards and validation techniques;
  • Makes recommendations concerning software/system quality;
  • Examines IT system for potential threats to its security and integrity and draws up plans for disaster recovery if security is compromised;
  • Deals with and reports on breaches in security.

Qualifications

Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification, although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. There is a variety of relevant vocational, professional and postgraduate qualifications available.

UK Prospects

217900 Workforce Size
11.11% Predicted growth 2025 - 2035

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