Are you considering entering the world of technology professionals, but aren’t sure what the future of the job market holds? We’ve done some research and are happy to tell you, the prospects are looking good. If you want to know what jobs are hiring, what jobs are expected to grow, and how much you could make doing those jobs, this is for you.
Computer Systems Analyst
Computer systems analyst, or system architects, study an organization’s computer systems and procedures, and design creative solutions to help the organization run more efficiently. Computer analysts bring business and IT needs together to create a more well-rounded solution for the company.
The first thing a systems analyst does is to understand their client’s business. They do this by studying the client’s computer systems and business processes. Understanding how the client uses technology goes a long way into moving the business forward. Systems analysts them prepare a cost benefit analysis, and oversee the changes to the new or upgraded system. If problems arise during or after the upgrade, the systems analysts are on hand to troubleshoot and fix the problems.
The median salary for a systems analyst in 2017 was $88,270. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is expecting a 9% employment growth between 2016 and 2026. This should be about 53,000 new jobs. If you’re looking into this as a potential career, there’s a lot of promise in the future.
Web Developer
Web developers design and create websites, and are responsible for the look of the site. They take care of the images, display, and special effects. They develop the technical aspects of the site, like performance and capacity.
After meeting with clients, the developers begin designing. They write code, add animation, fix problems, and test the site on the client’s server. Web developers can work the whole site, from design in Photoshop to writing the code in HTML or CSS. Others work in teams and split the responsibilities.
The median salary for web developers in 2017 was $67,990. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is expecting a 13% employment growth between 2016 and 2026. This should be about 21,300 new jobs. As more and more companies move toward the digital future, there will be a great need for quality web developers.
Software Developer
Software developers are responsible for all of the tech we use every day. Did you use the alarm clock on your phone today? Did you listen to music or podcasts on your way into work? Did you look at social media? Did you check your bank balance online? If you answered yes to any of those, you’ve used something a software developer helped design. So much of what we do today is dependent on good software developers.
The best software developers have ideas and the know how to make their ideas become a reality. Software developers are sometimes portrayed as sitting behind a desk all day writing code. And sometimes, they do. But their job goes far beyond that. They work with clients, write code from scratch, de-bug code, and collaborate with other developers. The best developers can think outside the box to solve problems and think analytically.
The median salary for software developers in 2017 was $103,560. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is expecting a 24% employment growth between 2016 and 2026. This should be about 253,400 new jobs. There’s a high demand for software developers right now, in a wide variety of industries. It’s a great time to be a software developer.
Information Security Analyst
Information security analysts are the security guards of technology and information systems. Their job is to create defenses to protect their client’s computer systems from cyberattacks, data breaches, or other hacks.
With more and more companies storing information online or on computers, it’s becoming increasingly important to have security analysts that can detect and prevent attacks.
The median salary for information security analysts in 2017 was $95,510. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is expecting a 28% employment growth between 2016 and 2026. This should be about 28,400 new jobs.
Are You Ready?
Are you ready to join the technology professional workforce and make a difference in the world? Any one of these exciting career options is booming and ready to grow. Will you be a part of the growth? Call (800) 617-6172 for one of our representatives to assist you.
