# Web Administrators

> Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

- Code: 15-1299.01 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 15-1299)
- Family: [Computer & Mathematical](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-15), one of its 38 occupations
- Tasks: 35 tasks (34 core and 1 supplemental)
- Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/15-1299.01
- JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/15-1299.01.json

## What the work is made of

1. Monitor systems for intrusions or denial of service attacks, and report security breaches to appropriate personnel.  
   Core task · Task 14734 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
2. Identify or document backup or recovery plans.  
   Core task · Task 14741 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
3. Back up or modify applications and related data to provide for disaster recovery.  
   Core task · Task 14731 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
4. Correct testing-identified problems, or recommend actions for their resolution.  
   Core task · Task 14758 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
5. Identify, standardize, and communicate levels of access and security.  
   Core task · Task 14748 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
6. Determine sources of Web page or server problems, and take action to correct such problems.  
   Core task · Task 14732 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
7. Implement updates, upgrades, and patches in a timely manner to limit loss of service.  
   Core task · Task 14740 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
8. Implement Web site security measures, such as firewalls or message encryption.  
   Core task · Task 14735 · Rated by 19 occupational experts, August 2018
9. Collaborate with development teams to discuss, analyze, or resolve usability issues.  
   Core task · Task 14737 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
10. Test issues such as system integration, performance, and system security on a regular schedule or after any major program modifications.  
   Core task · Task 14750 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
11. Perform user testing or usage analyses to determine Web sites' effectiveness or usability.  
   Core task · Task 14756 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
12. Document application and Web site changes or change procedures.  
   Core task · Task 14753 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
13. Track, compile, and analyze Web site usage data.  
   Core task · Task 14749 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
14. Test backup or recovery plans regularly and resolve any problems.  
   Core task · Task 14738 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
15. Recommend Web site improvements, and develop budgets to support recommendations.  
   Core task · Task 14751 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
16. Review or update Web page content or links in a timely manner, using appropriate tools.  
   Core task · Task 14733 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
17. Install or configure Web server software or hardware to ensure that directory structure is well-defined, logical, and secure, and that files are named properly.  
   Core task · Task 14743 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
18. Gather, analyze, or document user feedback to locate or resolve sources of problems.  
   Core task · Task 14744 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
19. Set up or maintain monitoring tools on Web servers or Web sites.  
   Core task · Task 14762 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
20. Monitor Web developments through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.  
   Core task · Task 14739 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
21. Develop or document style guidelines for Web site content.  
   Core task · Task 14759 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
22. Develop Web site performance metrics.  
   Core task · Task 14745 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
23. Collaborate with Web developers to create and operate internal and external Web sites, or to manage projects, such as e-marketing campaigns.  
   Core task · Task 14742 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
24. Identify or address interoperability requirements.  
   Core task · Task 14746 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
25. Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.  
   Core task · Task 14754 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
26. Check and analyze operating system or application log files regularly to verify proper system performance.  
   Core task · Task 14761 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
27. Provide training or technical assistance in Web site implementation or use.  
   Core task · Task 14755 · Rated by 19 occupational experts, August 2018
28. Evaluate testing routines or procedures for adequacy, sufficiency, and effectiveness.  
   Core task · Task 14764 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
29. Inform Web site users of problems, problem resolutions, or application changes and updates.  
   Core task · Task 14752 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
30. Document installation or configuration procedures to allow maintenance and repetition.  
   Core task · Task 14747 · Rated by 19 occupational experts, August 2018
31. Develop testing routines and procedures.  
   Core task · Task 14763 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
32. Test new software packages for use in Web operations or other applications.  
   Core task · Task 14765 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
33. Develop and implement marketing plans for home pages, including print advertising or advertisement rotation.  
   Core task · Task 14760 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
34. Evaluate or recommend server hardware or software.  
   Core task · Task 14757 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018
35. Administer internet or intranet infrastructure, including Web, file, and mail servers.  
   Supplemental task · Task 14736 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2018

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## Where this comes from

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