Skills Framework for the Information Age
Version 3.0

SFIA 3.0

Framework summary

The purpose of SFIA

How SFIA works

How SFIA is used

Levels of responsibility

Skills

Index of skill definitions

Skill definitions

Strategy & planning

Development

Business change

Service provision

Procurement & management support

Ancillary skills

Moving from SFIA 1 or 2

SFIA 3: changes in detail

Useful stuff

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System software (SYSP)

Specialist technical expertise in the installation and maintenance of system software such as operating systems, data management products, office automation products and other utility software.

Level 3 Uses system management software and tools to collect agreed performance statistics. Carries out agreed system software maintenance tasks.

Level 4 Reviews system software updates and identifies those that merit action. Tailors system software to maximise hardware functionality. Installs and tests new versions of system software. Investigates and coordinates the resolution of potential and actual service problems. Prepares and maintains operational documentation for system software. Advises on the correct and effective use of system software.

Level 5 Evaluates new system software, reviews system software updates and identifies those that merit action. Ensures that system software is tailored to maximise hardware functionality. Plans the installation and testing of new versions of system software. Investigates and coordinates the resolution of potential and actual service problems. Ensures that operational documentation for system software is fit for purpose and current. Advises on the correct and effective use of system software.