career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Systems Analysts and Forensic Science Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Systems Analysts | Forensic Science Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1211 | 19-4092 |
| title | Computer Systems Analysts | Forensic Science Technicians |
| onet code | 15-1211.00 | 19-4092.00 |
| description | Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software. | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. |
| job zone | 3 | 3 |
| major group | 15 | 19 |
| tot emp | 497,800 | 19,450 |
| a mean | 111,960 | 75,260 |
| a median | 103,790 | 67,440 |
| a pct10 | 63,160 | 45,560 |
| a pct25 | 80,900 | 53,310 |
| a pct75 | 132,360 | 88,710 |
| a pct90 | 166,030 | 110,710 |
| h mean | 53 | 36 |
| h median | 49 | 32 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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