133-Information and communications technology service managers

Job Title ( International classification ): 
Information and communications technology service managers
ISCO Code: 
133
Job Description: 
Information and communications technology service managers plan, direct, and coordinate the acquisition, development, maintenance and use of computer and telecommunication systems.
Tasks: 

Main Tasks include -

  • consulting with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements and specifying technology to meet those needs
  • formulating and directing information and communication technology (ICT) strategies, policies and plans
  • directing the selection and installation of ICT resources and the provision of user training
  • directing ICT operations, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines
  • overseeing the security of ICT systems
  • assigning, reviewing, managing and leading the work of systems analysts, programmers, and other computer- related workers
  • evaluating the organization's technology use and needs and recommending improvements, such as hardware and software upgrades
  • establishing and managing budgets, controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of resources
  • establishing and directing operational and administrative procedures
  • overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff
  • representing the enterprise or organization at ICT related conventions, seminars and conferences.
Inclusions: 

Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit groups:

1330 Information and communications technology service managers