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computer science

latest jobs related to information


technology

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Information technology (IT) professionals are responsible for helping
organizations maintain their digital infrastructure and providing
troubleshooting assistance to technology consumers. IT employees
are in demand to help others keep up with technological advances and
security procedures.

Here are some latest jobs related to information technology:

1. IT technician

National average salary: $51,569 per year

Primary duties: An IT technician collaborates with support


specialists to analyze and diagnose computer issues. They also
monitor processing functions, install relevant software and perform
tests on computer equipment and applications when necessary. They
may also train a company's employees, clients and other users on a
new program or function as well.

Requirements: IT technicians must earn an associate degree in IT or a


bachelor's degree in computer science or networking. Technicians
render services for IT companies depending on the industry they
choose to work in and may need to learn more about database
programming to give themselves an advantage in an entry-level role.
2. Support specialist

National average salary: $58,536 per year

Primary duties: Support specialists are responsible for reviewing and


solving computer network and hardware problems for a business. They
can work in a variety of industries to provide general support to a
company's employees or at a technology or software-as-a-service
(SaaS) company to provide technical support on user experience
issues that require technical assistance.

Requirements: Support specialists typically obtain a bachelor's degree


in IT or computer science. Having a certificate or an associate degree
paired with relevant professional experience may also be acceptable.

3. Quality assurance tester

National average salary: $65,518 per year

Primary duties: Quality assurance testers are technicians or engineers


who check software products to see if they're up to industry standards
and free of any issues. This role is common for gaming systems,
mobile applications and other technology that needs further testing
and maintenance when recommended.

Requirements: Many quality assurance testers have a bachelor's


degree in software design, engineering or computer science. Testers
can work on different software for IT companies, which may influence
what degree or specialization they pursue. These professionals should
also have excellent time management and communication skills to
help document test cases.
4. Web developer

National average salary: $67,854 per year

Primary duties: Web developers design the appearance, navigation and


content organization of a website. They use coding languages such as
HTML, CSS and JavaScript to manage graphics, applications and
content that address a client's needs.

Requirements: Many web developers earn an associate degree in web


development or another relevant IT field. Some may pursue a
bachelor's degree in IT or another business field. Others may develop
their web design skills through certificate programs or self-paced
learning. To secure employment, previous experience and a portfolio
of work are often required.

5. IT security specialist

National average salary: $71,818 per year

Primary duties: IT security specialists work in various industries to


build and maintain digital protective measures on intellectual property
and data that belong to an organization. They help companies create
contingency plans in case information gets hacked from their
networks and servers. These professionals also create strategies to
troubleshoot problems as they arise.

Requirements: A bachelor's degree or professional certification is


often required. Courses may involve math, programming and operating
systems and certifications offered by the Information Systems
Security Certification Consortium (ISC2).
6. Computer programmer

National average salary: $73,218 per year

Primary duties: A computer programmer is someone who writes new


computer software using coding languages like HTML, JavaScript and
CSS. Video game software can be updated to improve online
gameplay, which is an opportunity for programmers to troubleshoot
problems experienced by gamers after the game is released to the
general public.

Requirements: A programmer typically completes a bachelor's degree


in computer science and an internship to build their skills.
Certifications are also strongly encouraged, and there are many coding
academies to choose from.

7. Systems analyst

National average salary: $82,373 per year

Primary duties: A systems analyst reviews design components and


uses their knowledge of information technology to solve business
problems. They identify ways that infrastructure needs to change to
streamline business and IT operations. They can also assist
technicians in training staff to implement the changes they propose.

Requirements: A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related IT


field is often required. Coursework in business administration,
management and finance may help these professionals better apply
their IT knowledge to improving business practices.
8. Network engineer

National average salary: $89,326 per year

Primary duties: Network engineers work on the day-to-day


maintenance and development of a company's computer network,
utilizing their skills to make the network available and efficient for all
employees within an organization.

Requirements: These professionals typically need a bachelor's degree


in computer science or information systems to understand the
functions of a network and become familiar with potential solutions
needed to maintain one. Some employers may also require a Master of
Business Administration (MBA) degree for those who work with other
internal stakeholders of the organization to determine the best
technology practices.

9. Software engineer

National average salary: $93,817 per year

Primary duties: Software engineers apply their knowledge of


mathematics and computer science to create and improve new
software. They may work on enterprise applications, operating
systems and network control systems, which are all examples of
software that can be used to help businesses scale their IT
infrastructure.

Requirements: Most computer scientists need both a bachelor's and a


master's degree to become experts in software development and
maintenance. They learn and practice skills in technical problem-
solving, diagnosis, troubleshooting and programming languages.
10. User experience designer

National average salary: $94,954 per year

Primary duties: A user experience (UX) designer is involved with all


facets of product development regarding its purchasing, branding,
usability and functionality. They collect and review user feedback to
determine what a product needs to be efficient, functional and
successful. They apply this feedback to the design, organization and
usability. These professionals then monitor the process of testing and
revising products until they meet their consumers' high-quality
standards.

Requirements: UX designers may pursue an associate or bachelor's


degree program in an IT field and pursue additional coursework or
training in design, business, web development and programming.
Others may be self-taught in programming, design and development.
Many employers do seek previous experience so an internship or
portfolio may help these professionals secure employment.

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