Information Technology define as an industry that uses computers, networking, software programming, and other equipment and processes to store, process, retrieve, transmit, and protect information. It also refers to the employment of computer hardware and software applications to manage data. Any medium or channel that stores and processes information. Anything that renders data, information or perceived knowledge in any visual format whatsoever, via any multimedia distribution mechanism, is considered part of Information Technology. From computer hardware to software applications, information technology is part of our world.


DUTIES

Installing applications
Computer Networks
Information Database
Data Management
Networking
Engineering
Computer hardware
Database Design
Software Design
System management


JOBS

Network Engineer - is involved in the design and maintenance of both the hardware and software necessary for a computer network. They are high level technical analysts with a specialty in Local Area Networks (LANs) or Wide Area Networks (WANs).

Network Administrator - is a professional in charge of the maintenance of the computer hardware and software systems that make up a computer network.

System Administrator - are responsible for maintaining the computer systems of a company. Server management is a primary responsibility, and a System Administrator would be responsible for installing, maintaining and upgrading servers.

Database Administrator - is the one that use database software to store and manage information. They will often set up database systems and are responsible for making sure those systems operate efficiently.

Chief Information Officer - (CIO) is a job title for the head of information technology within an organization.

IT Project Manager - is responsible for managing the resources of large projects. For Tech Careers, can mean managing large Software Development projects, Networking projects, IT installations or conversions, or any other function where business and technology needs have to be managed and resources have to be coordinated.


IT SKILLS

Computer Networking
Information Security
IT Governance
ITIL
Business Intelligence
Linux
Unix
Project Management


Information Technology Certifications

Information Security Certifications
Oracle DBA Certifications
Microsoft Certifications
PMP Certification
Cisco Certifications
Highest Paying Certifications


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