Design, integration, implementation, modification, and coordination of the installation, testing, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hardware and software systems. Functions include developing functional and technical requirements and specifications; allocating systems resources; managing accounts, documentation, and access to systems and equipment; monitoring the performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability of installed systems; implementing security procedures and tools; maintaining systems configuration; managing the installation and integration of system patches, updates, and enhancements; ensuring the rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices.
