This position provides technical and analytical support in the administration or operation of computer(s) or groups of computers, troubleshooting and improving operation systems, and monitoring the usage and workload of the computer systems and auxiliary equipment. Operational procedures of computer applications are analyzed to determine potential for automation to improve efficiency or correct recurring errors. Problems with operational functions and application performance are analyzed to determine when situations require changes or enhancements to be designed, tested, and implemented. Updates to operational software or new utilities to optimize system performance are installed requiring analysis of impact to existing computer systems and languages and other applications. Overall system functions are reviewed for performance failures, slowdowns, and space shortages and corrective actions are determined. This position may involve tuning of existing functions within the computer operational systems or determining new products or changes from vendors to alleviate situations.