Assist scientists, technologists, or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide...
Research or develop geospatial technologies. May produce databases, perform applications programming, or coordinate projects. May specialize in areas such as agriculture, mining, health care, retail trade, urban...
Apply knowledge of nursing and informatics to assist in the design, development, and ongoing modification of computerized health care systems. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the...
Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of...
Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general...
Develop and execute software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes.
The information technology (IT) field has been the fastest growing group of jobs over the past ten years. This diverse field covers all areas of technology and computer science, including hardware, software, Internet, networking, data administration, design, and programming. Common jobs include Computer Scientists, Computer and IT Support roles, Application Designers and Programmers, Database Administrators, Network Administrators, IT Security Analysts, and technical Project Managers.
Technology and computers have driven the rapid advance of the IT practice into a formalized career track. The most common degree program to enter into the IT profession is a Computer Science degree. In addition, many degree and certificate programs are available without an undergraduate degree, such as the A+ network certification program. Salaries for IT professionals vary by type and background requirements and specializations; however, the IT group as a whole is highly compensated. The median salary for software developers is over $90,000 and Networking, Database, and Systems Engineers have a median income of approximately $70,000. In addition, job prospects for technology and computer science remain high: labor demand is anticipated to remain high and exceed the number of qualified applicants.