Why Have a Career in Information Technology?
Today's workplace relies on cutting edge and reliable computer-related technologies in order to stay up with or beat out the competition. The job of providing, maintaining and supporting those technologies falls on the shoulders of the company's Information Technology (IT) department or person. If you'd like to be part of that team, perhaps a career in Information Technology is right for you.
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Diverse Opportunities
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A huge and constantly growing field, an Information Technology professional may perform system maintenance, network administration, end user support, system analysis and desktop hardware and software deployment.
Environment Choices
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As an IT professional you can choose the type of environment--a big corporation with a large IT department or a smaller company, or you might become a consultant and bring your skills to many different companies.
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Rewards
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You get the satisfaction of providing a highly critical service to the company and helping others to perform their jobs easier and more efficiently.
Compensation
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According to a 2008 Computerworld.com survey, the monetary rewards can be anywhere from $40,000 for entry-level or staff positions to upwards of $100,000 for senior management positions. Advanced training, continuing education and certifications will allow you to earn the higher salaries.
Training
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There are many educational and training opportunities, from undergrad and graduate degrees to technical institutions, online programs, and certification bootcamps that will help you land that first IT job.
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