Big data roles overview july 2013
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This document from IBM discusses the emerging roles in big data and analytics. It identifies several new roles including data scientist, data architect, data policy professional, data developer, business analyst, and chief data officer. For each role, the document outlines the core skills and disciplines involved, as well as example degree programs that could prepare individuals for each position. It also provides common job titles associated with each analytics role.
Big data roles overview july 2013
- 1. © 2013 IBM Corporation Big Data & Analytics Roles Big Data & Analytics Professionals of the Future 1
- 2. @ 2013 IBM Corporation http://hbr.org/2012/10/data-scientist-the-sexiest-job-of-the-21st-century
- 3. @ 2013 IBM Corporation http://www.cutter.com/bia/fulltext/reports/2013/02/index.html http://ibmdatamag.com/2013/02/i-am-an-information-strategist
- 4. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Surprise! Data Policy is fastest growing job role
- 5. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Data skills needed elsewhere too Law & Government – Data lawyer – Open Data Business – Business schools are aggressively tackling analytics, but building skills to address larger implications of data is often a gap: • MBA programs, business analytics programs, and information systems programs (which often reside within business schools) typically have minimal curriculum spanning the larger issues of data Literacy for all (students & professionals) – Data literacy – Analytics literacy Field specific competency – Bio/health informatics is just the beginning http://bit.ly/XZcji7 http://bit.ly/15A1PIE
- 6. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Data Scientists are curious: exploring, asking questions, doing “what if” analysis, questioning existing assumptions and processes Discipline incorporates skills across: • Data Strategy, Governance, Ethics • Analytics (descriptive, predictive, prescriptive, decisive) • Data Visualization, • Computer Programming • Data Mining • Database Engineering • Machine Learning Example Programs: Common titles: • Data Scientist • Decision Scientist • Analytics Specialist • Predictive Modeler • Data Visualization Specialist • Machine Learning Engineer • Computational Scientist Master of Science in AnalyticsData Science Certificate
- 7. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Chief Data Officers understand how to use data to create strategic opportunities; responsible for organizational data strategy & governance Discipline incorporates skills across: • Data Strategy • Data Policy, Governance, Law, Ethics • Enterprise & Cloud Data Architecture • Database Engineering • Data Warehousing • Information Integration • Data Science & Analytics Example Programs: Where will the CDO come from? • Data Architect • Data Engineer • Data Warehouse / Business Intelligence Architect • Information Architect • Information Strategist • Director/VP Data Management
- 8. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Data Policy Pros strategically manage data across the enterprise, while ensuring high levels of data quality, integrity, availability, security, and privacy. Discipline incorporates skills across: • Data Architecture • Data Lifecycle / Data Supply Chain • Data Privacy & Security • Data Quality • Master Data Management • Understanding & compliance with business rules; laws & regulations Example Programs: Common titles: • Data Curator / Steward • Data Governance Specialist / Lead • Data Architect - Governance • Data Privacy Manager • Compliance Manager - Data Management • Master Data Management Architect Master of Information Management MS in Information Management
- 9. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Data Architects create enduring data models & architects providing users timely & reliable access to data & analytics needed for established and new business initiatives. Discipline incorporates skills across: • Enterprise IT / Data Architecture • Database Engineering / Performance Optimization • Data Governance • Data Warehousing • Information Integration • Data Science & Analytics Example Programs: Common titles: • Data Architect • Data Warehouse Architect • Business Intelligence Architect • Data Engineer • Information Architect • Infrastructure Architect • Information Strategist • Director/VP Data Management Masters in Information Technology & Management MS in Computer Information Systems (Database Management & Business Intelligence)
- 10. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Visual Analysts promote the effective use of interactive visual information systems in in dealing with complex and data-rich problems in organizations and society Discipline incorporates skills across: • Visual Information Systems • Human Cognition • Statistical Modeling • Analytical Reasoning • Data Management • Information Privacy Example Programs: Common titles: • Visualization Developer / Engineer • Visualization Data / Information Specialist • Visual Designer • Director, Visual Analysis • Visual Analytics Researcher 10 Certificate in Visual Analytics
- 11. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Big Data Developers combine skills in software engineering, statistics & machine learning, and complex systems architectures to manage data at extreme scale. Discipline incorporates skills across: • Computer Science • Computational Analytics • Machine Learning • Database Engineering • Systems Engineering & Architecture Example Programs: Common titles: • NoSQL* software engineer / architect • Machine Learning software engineer / architect • Algorithms engineer / designer • BI / analytics developer / architect 11 MS in Computer Science
- 12. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Business Analysts combine deep analytics skills with strong communication skills and strategic mind set to transform data into a competitive asset. Discipline incorporates skills across: • Data Driven Business Strategy • Industry specific experience • Critical & Analytical Methods • Analytics Driven Decision Making • Communicate Analytical Findings • Understanding of legal & ethical implications of data analysis Example Programs: Common titles: • Business Analyst • Data Analyst • Market Analyst • Financial Analyst • Supply Chain Analyst • Business Planning • Business Strategist 12 Msc in Business AnalyticsMS in Business Analytics MS in Marketing Analytics
- 13. @ 2013 IBM Corporation http://ibm.com/developerworks/bigdata/
- 14. @ 2013 IBM Corporation http://bigdatauniversity.com
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- 16. @ 2013 IBM Corporation Big Data & Analytics EdCon 2013 – November 2nd & 3rd in Las Vegas http://edcon2013.ischool.syr.edu/ Two day event $795 rate for Faculty includes both EdCon & IOD Saturday : – Hands on Tutorials with select products • Big Insights • BLU • Cognos • SPSS Sunday: – Call for papers closed July 10th – Agenda TBA
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Editor's Notes
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