IT Career Guide: Advice for IT Professionals (Q & A)

The low-down on IT careers, from what it’s like to work in IT, to the hottest types of IT jobs and the skills and certifications you’ll need to land them. From hiring and salary data to expert advice, CIO.com’s complete IT career guide helps you succeed.

CIO —

• Is an IT career a good idea right now?
• A lot of U.S. IT jobs are being lost due to offshoring and the recession. What are the odds I’ll be able to get an IT job in this market, let alone keep one?
• What’s a career in IT like?
• What kinds of IT jobs might I pursue, and how are IT roles changing?
• What skills are needed to be successful in an IT career?
• What IT certifications might improve my odds of landing a job or enhancing my career?
• Is the money good in an IT career? What are IT salaries like?
• I’m fed up with my corporate IT career. What other career paths might I consider, where my skills and background might be transferable?

Advertisement