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why did you choose to be an IT Technician?
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CAREER DEFINITION FOR AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Kefuwe IT technician is a broad job description whose exact duties and job requirements depend upon the nature of each individual position. Employers seek those candidates with a demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, which is best evidenced by formal education. Most employers prefer at least an associate's degree in computer science or information technology, through 4-year college degree programs, not necessarily in computer science, provide the most solid career opportunities. Regardless, IT technicians should have a knowledge base in commonly used business applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, MS Explorer and ORACLE. Many IT technicians find certificate programs offered by local colleges to be a good source for augmenting existing skills to meet the continually evolving needs of a business. In addition to solid diagnostic skills, an IT technician must possess patience, composure and empathy. Some users always make the same mistakes and others require hours of individual tutoring to be able to perform the simplest computer tasks. This isn't a position for anti-social geeks who love technology but hate people; excellent people and communication skills are important. Demand for computer support specialists, among which are IT technicians, is expected to see the growth of 11% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Employment continues to increase because computer systems are continuously developed with improved technology and because the healthcare industry is increasingly utilizing information technology systems, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS reported median annual earnings of computer support specialists as $66,900 for user specialists and $71,500 for network specialists, as of May 2018. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
ALTERNATIVE IT CAREERS
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
Those who want a job installing and maintaining network equipment should consider a career in network administration. These administrators discuss computer needs with management, hook up new components or upgrade existing machines, observe systems operations, make necessary repairs, grant access to the network and teach users about software and hardware. A bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science or a related field is usually necessary to enter this profession, but workers with only a technical school certificate might find employment. The BLS expects 12% job growth for computer systems and network administrators between 2016 and 2026. The average Network Administrator III salary in the United States is $76,500 as of July 27, 2020, but the range typically falls between $67,500 and $85,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST
For those interested in evaluating the performance of computer technology at a company and recommending modifications, becoming a computer systems analyst may be a good career option. With an understanding of what an organization needs, computer systems analysts decide what current equipment is still effective, plan what costs will be, select new equipment, manage installation activities and create user documentation manuals. To work in the field, a bachelor's degree is required, and a wide variety of majors are acceptable to employers, including liberal arts, business and computer science. Analysts may also need to know about the industry in which they are employed. The average Computer Systems Analyst salary in the United States is $71,500 as of July 27, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $61,900 and $82,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. These professionals should experience 9% growth in employment from 2018-2028, as stated by the BLS.
Kefuwe the workplace has excellent opportunities for information technology (IT) professionals. Almost every business has a need for IT-focused employees. Computer and information technology jobs are among the fastest-growing occupations, with employment in computer and information technology occupations projected to grow 9-12% from 2018 to 2028, which is much faster than the average for all occupations.
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Communication Skills – Communication skills are important for anyone in IT, as information technology professionals are often required to work across many teams and groups. IT professionals often have to provide tech solutions for people who aren’t as savvy. They have to demonstrate leadership at all levels of projects, and with many different groups. They’re often called on to present ideas and reports to larger groups of people.
Knowledge and Computer Networks – Knowledge about networking is something that will be required of most IT professionals, in companies both large and small. Knowledge networking is an extension of good communication skills, as it requires gathering groups of people in a working environment to share what they know, in order to build a system of knowledge within an organization that is more than the sum of its parts.
Time and Project Management – Many IT professionals will need to be self-directed and self-motivated, and a big part of self-directed work means an ability to manage projects well. Technology work can often take longer than anticipated, as proven by how often timelines and milestones change over the course of a long project. An IT professional should be able to assess accurately how long a project should take, and then be able to stick to those timelines.
Coding Skills – One of the basic skill sets an employer will look for in an IT professional is the ability to write code. If the job is programming or software/web development, an employer may seek a candidate who can code in several different languages, as many systems are built using multiple languages.
Kefuwe IT technician is a broad job description whose exact duties and job requirements depend upon the nature of each individual position. Employers seek those candidates with a demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, which is best evidenced by formal education. Most employers prefer at least an associate's degree in computer science or information technology, through 4-year college degree programs, not necessarily in computer science, provide the most solid career opportunities. Regardless, IT technicians should have a knowledge base in commonly used business applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, MS Explorer and ORACLE. Many IT technicians find certificate programs offered by local colleges to be a good source for augmenting existing skills to meet the continually evolving needs of a business. In addition to solid diagnostic skills, an IT technician must possess patience, composure and empathy. Some users always make the same mistakes and others require hours of individual tutoring to be able to perform the simplest computer tasks. This isn't a position for anti-social geeks who love technology but hate people; excellent people and communication skills are important. Demand for computer support specialists, among which are IT technicians, is expected to see the growth of 11% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Employment continues to increase because computer systems are continuously developed with improved technology and because the healthcare industry is increasingly utilizing information technology systems, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS reported median annual earnings of computer support specialists as $66,900 for user specialists and $71,500 for network specialists, as of May 2018. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
ALTERNATIVE IT CAREERS
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
Those who want a job installing and maintaining network equipment should consider a career in network administration. These administrators discuss computer needs with management, hook up new components or upgrade existing machines, observe systems operations, make necessary repairs, grant access to the network and teach users about software and hardware. A bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science or a related field is usually necessary to enter this profession, but workers with only a technical school certificate might find employment. The BLS expects 12% job growth for computer systems and network administrators between 2016 and 2026. The average Network Administrator III salary in the United States is $76,500 as of July 27, 2020, but the range typically falls between $67,500 and $85,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST
For those interested in evaluating the performance of computer technology at a company and recommending modifications, becoming a computer systems analyst may be a good career option. With an understanding of what an organization needs, computer systems analysts decide what current equipment is still effective, plan what costs will be, select new equipment, manage installation activities and create user documentation manuals. To work in the field, a bachelor's degree is required, and a wide variety of majors are acceptable to employers, including liberal arts, business and computer science. Analysts may also need to know about the industry in which they are employed. The average Computer Systems Analyst salary in the United States is $71,500 as of July 27, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $61,900 and $82,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. These professionals should experience 9% growth in employment from 2018-2028, as stated by the BLS.
Kefuwe the workplace has excellent opportunities for information technology (IT) professionals. Almost every business has a need for IT-focused employees. Computer and information technology jobs are among the fastest-growing occupations, with employment in computer and information technology occupations projected to grow 9-12% from 2018 to 2028, which is much faster than the average for all occupations.
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Thank You.
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I appreciate it.
Kefuwe
Your Welcome Kefuwe, it was my Pleasure. “Hold fast to dreams, For if dreams die, Life is a broken-winged bird, That cannot fly.” – Langston Hughes
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Thank you Vineeth for your continued support. When we focus on problems, we get more problems. When we focus on possibilities, we have more opportunities.
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Kefuwe M.,
I really liked your question and it made me question, "how did I choose IT?" In a way, I really discovered it through experiences and from the choices I made. Coming out of high school, many years ago, I went to college and took some Computer Science classes. Turns out that I didn't like computer programming though. I took one class in digital electronics and realized that I liked to use my hands more. So I joined the Army and went into the career field of Satellite Communications Operator / Maintainer. This field is a lot like computer networking, to be able to connect specific electronic hardware, program them, in order to pass signal information from one place to another. Learning about myself and what I really enjoyed in a career led me and my choices to earn multiple degrees and IT certifications. There are also a lot more jobs in the IT sector than in Satellite Communications.
One thing to keep in mind is that the field of IT is very broad. I prefer the networking side, but you may find databases or cloud services more to your interests. I would recommend taking different classes to discover your path.
I really liked your question and it made me question, "how did I choose IT?" In a way, I really discovered it through experiences and from the choices I made. Coming out of high school, many years ago, I went to college and took some Computer Science classes. Turns out that I didn't like computer programming though. I took one class in digital electronics and realized that I liked to use my hands more. So I joined the Army and went into the career field of Satellite Communications Operator / Maintainer. This field is a lot like computer networking, to be able to connect specific electronic hardware, program them, in order to pass signal information from one place to another. Learning about myself and what I really enjoyed in a career led me and my choices to earn multiple degrees and IT certifications. There are also a lot more jobs in the IT sector than in Satellite Communications.
One thing to keep in mind is that the field of IT is very broad. I prefer the networking side, but you may find databases or cloud services more to your interests. I would recommend taking different classes to discover your path.
I appreciate it and Thank You .
Kefuwe
Vineeth Rua
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Information Technology or more commonly known as I.T is the most popular career and the fastest growing industry in the world. Few reasons to choose IT.
* The biggest advantage of choosing information technology for a career is that it has a very low cost of education as compared to many other career choices.
* The Information Technology industry operates at a speed much faster than any other industry and for this reason, there’s always a significant demand for highly-skilled workers.
* It is a well-known fact that Information Technology professionals are paid well, compared to other professionals. An I.T. professional with the right mix of certifications and experience can find a permanent position in either the public or private sector.
* Information technology is the field of millennial. Aspiring I.T. professionals must know that in order to succeed in the I.T. field they must be committed to learning and adapting to new technological advancements in order to stay competitive.
Information Technology programs will train you to get the skills you need for the jobs of today.
* The biggest advantage of choosing information technology for a career is that it has a very low cost of education as compared to many other career choices.
* The Information Technology industry operates at a speed much faster than any other industry and for this reason, there’s always a significant demand for highly-skilled workers.
* It is a well-known fact that Information Technology professionals are paid well, compared to other professionals. An I.T. professional with the right mix of certifications and experience can find a permanent position in either the public or private sector.
* Information technology is the field of millennial. Aspiring I.T. professionals must know that in order to succeed in the I.T. field they must be committed to learning and adapting to new technological advancements in order to stay competitive.
Information Technology programs will train you to get the skills you need for the jobs of today.