Sets local or teambased standards for programming tools and techniques, including security guidelines, and the. Sfia the definition of a level of responsibility the 7 sfia levels of responsibility are described in a consistent manner using a common set of generic attributes. Based on sfia v5 code description sfia level reqm requirements definition and management 2 bsmo business modelling 2 desn systems design 2 dbds database design 2 prog programming software development 2 test testing 2 port porting software integration 3 chmg change management 2 asup application support 2 dtan data analysis 2. Some practices match more than one skill or skill level depending on context 34 specific skill level combinations on average mapping to a specific sfia level is essential as each sfia skill level has its own set of activities management and governance accountabilities sfia levels 5 7 operational responsibilities sfia levels 1 5. Performs a broad range of work, sometimes complex and non. This should not be used as a checklist applicants do not need to meet all of. The specification of business requirements to a level that enables effective delivery of agreed changes. Is fully responsible for meeting allocated technical andor. Sfia based role profiles and job descriptions reduce business risk, increasing the chances of recruiting. Senior project manager example sfia level 5 roleprofile. In academia, a fulltime lecturer teaching itrelated subjects at nzqa. They provide the link between the eventual users objectives and the project and engineering frameworks, including. Unclassified job profile associate software developer file name. Consultancy cnsl level 5 business risk management burm level 5 project management prmg level 5 stakeholder relationship management rlmt level 5 contributing skills.
It is overseen and administered by the sfia foundation as well as defining 96 itrelated skills, sfia defines 7 levels of responsibility and competency. The skills framework for the information age sfia is a competency and skills matrix used by the it industry in over 100 countries to assess and match it skills. It describes the typical roles in it and the skills needed to fulfil them. Facilitates scoping and business priority setting for large or complex changes, engaging senior stakeholders. Note that the subjective sfia definitions below paint a picture of the sorts of expectations of someone operating at level 5 of the framework. Requirements definition management bai02 cobit2019. Selects the most appropriate means of representing business requirements in the context of a specific change initiative. I am a system designer operating at sfia level 5, i am a business analyst operating at sfia level 4. This means that wherever you are in your career, whatever your field of it, you can learn something new and plot. The collaborative creation and iteration of viable specifications and acceptance criteria in preparation for the deployment of information and communication systems. The sfia foundation is a global notforprofit organisation which oversees the production and use of the skills framework for the information age. The definition of requirements for improving processes and systems, reducing their costs, enhancing their sustainability, and the quantification of potential business benefits. For each sfia skill at each level, sfiaplus offers six additional task definitions and eight additional skills resources. Senior it professionals are regarded as those operating at level 5 or above of the sfia framework.
Whizdom recruitment hiring project manager tspv in. Find out what changes were released in version 6 of the skills framework for the information age sfia. So i thought i would try and link this to sfia and see if it could help it professionals. The skills framework for the information age sfia is the uk government backed high level it skills standard. Sfia alignment this subject is aligned to sfia level 5 business process improvement skill, and level 6 innovation skill. Introduction getting it right with sfia a3 sfia chart quick reference sfia skills reminder sfia reference guide transition guide moving to sfia 4 excel file of sfia skill descriptions all are available to download from the sfia website or purchase on cd. The sfia level 3 definition is below and should be considered for the first four parts, with your chosen skill outlined for part 5. Takes responsibility for integrity of testing and acceptance activities and coordinates the execution of these activities. During recruitment sfia helps employers to accurately describe what they need, in a. The sfia foundation is a global notforprofit organisation which oversees the production and use of the skills framework for the information age housekeeping about us. First and foremost it is a global common language for describing skills and competencies in the digital world. The skills framework for the information age sfia, pronounced like the name sophia is a model for describing and managing skills and competencies for professionals working in ict, software engineering and digital transformation. Sfia level 5 generic business skills includes the following analyses, designs, plans, executes and evaluates work to time, cost and quality targets.
A combined analysis using raci and identified work outputs reveals the real skill requirements. The art and science of guiding the endtoend engineering of complex space systems art because it involves extensive people skills and leadership science because it requires rigorous applications of tools and methodologies key objectives 1. In predictable and structured areas may supervise others. Sub category and skills n level 1 level 2 level 3 level 4 level 5 level 6 level 7 systems developme nt systems development management dlmg 8 3 data analysis dtan 25 25 11 2 systems. Enterprise and solution architect responsibility levels. Makes decisions which may impact on the individuals or phases of projects.
May have working level contact with customers and suppliers. Facilitates scoping and business priority setting for large or complex changes, engaging senior stakeholders as required. Sfia helps integrate these processes by ensuring that consistent criteria are used when recruiting, assigning, assessing, analysing and developing sk ills. Sfia project management prmg technology workforce body of. Sfia skills and levels it professionals new zealand te pou.
Sfia skills and levels it professionals new zealand te. Requirements for supportersreferees institute of it. The ceng is more for the engineering side of it and not every aspect of it is classed as engineering. The result is the industrys most established and widely adopted model, enabling both employers and practitioners to identify career pathways and. Who should attend motivated it practitioners who wish to undertake postgraduate study to increase their knowledge and career opportunities. Coordinates and manages planning of the system andor acceptance tests, including software security testing, within a development or integration project or programme. Is fully responsible for meeting allocated technical andor projectsupervisory objectives. Level 5 ensure, advise autonomy works under broad direction.
Business analysis buan 29 17 5 one requirements definition and managementreqm 31 30 18 4 one. The definition of software, components, interfaces and related characteristics. The specification and design of software to meet defined requirements by following agreed design standards and principles. Supporting docs it professionals new zealand te pou. Develops models and plans to drive forward the strategy, taking advantage of opportunities to improve business performance. The sfia framework can be incorporated in the job descriptions, profiles of specific roles at various levels, corresponding expected mindsets, and training requirements. Analyses requirements and advises on scope and options for continuous operational improvement. Selects, adopts and adapts appropriate requirements definition and management methods, tools and techniques selecting appropriately from predictive plandriven approaches or adaptive iterativeagile approaches.
In industry, operating as a team leader, be in a staff supervisory role, or be responsible for significant outcomes. Sfia 5 framework reference institute of it professionals. Liaises with client functions to establish business requirements and identifies, proposes, initiates and leads. The most obvious references in the sfia level 6 generic responsibilities are contributes to the formulation and implementation of it strategy. This sets the highest sfia level you can expect to map against. Takes technical responsibility for all stages in the software development process. The example shows just one of the three levels level 7 of business process improvement, and illustrates how the skill definition relate to sfias generic definition.
The specified person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of sfia level of responsibility 5. Skills framework for the information age wikipedia. Must hold either a current topsecret positive vetting tspv security clearance or have held a tspv in the previous 12 month period which has since been downgraded. One thing to remember that even though you have to reach sfia level 5 for both the ceng and the citp, if you meet the requirements for the citp it is not automatic that you gain the ceng. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. Certifications aligned to sfiaplus we certify practical, relevant it skills from foundation to expert level with over 90 certificates all aligned with sfia plus. In sfia strategic skills come into play at level 6 and level 7. Skills framework for the information age sfia version 5 4 skills framework for the information age contents framework summary 5 the common language of it 7 what sfia is 7 generic skills and levels of responsibility 7 professional skills what they are, what they are not 7 when generic meets specific 8 the skills context 8. Level 5 plans and drives scoping, requirements definition and prioritisation activities for large, complex initiatives.
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