Job Outlook
IT employees are in demand!
Employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 15 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations according to US Bureau of Labor Statistics. These occupations are projected to add about 667,600 new jobs.
Demand for these workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security.
What is the Pay Range?
The median annual wage for computer and information technology occupations was $97,430 in May 2021, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $45,760.
Your degree or certificate can lead you to many well-paying, satisfying jobs in the IT field. Review median salaries and featured careers to discover the opportunities that await you!
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Featured Careers
Featured Careers
Computer Support Specialist
Computer Support Specialists (CSS) provide technical assistance to computer users. They resolve computer hardware and software problems in person, via telephone or electronically. New workers start around $45,839. Normal pay is $80,776 per year. Employment of computer support specialists (CSS) is projected to grow 6 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Online collaboration, online banking, and streaming video all rely on networking as the foundation. Virtually all companies rely on some kind of network infrastructure. New workers start around $65,755. Normal pay is $118,517 per year.
Cybersecurity / Information Security Analysts
Online collaboration, online banking, and streaming video all rely on networking as the foundation. Virtually all companies rely on some kind of network infrastructure. New workers start around $65,755. Normal pay is $118,517 per year.
Computer System Analysts
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software. New workers start around $76,435. Normal pay is $124,654 per year.
Cloud Computing / Computer Systems Engineers
Cloud computing continues to grow at a rapid pace and as a result the demand for cloud computing professionals is exploding. Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions. Normal pay is $122,741 per year.
Information Technology Project Managers
Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. Serve as liaison between business and technical aspects of projects. Plan project stages and assess business implications for each stage. Monitor progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met. Normal pay is $122,741 per year.
Computer Programmer
Computer programmers write and test code that allows computer applications and software programs to function properly. Programmers usually work in offices, most commonly in the computer systems design and related services industry. Normal pay is $126,964 per year.
Web Developers
Design, create, and modify Web sites. Analyze user needs to implement Web site content, graphics, performance, and capacity. May integrate Web sites with other computer applications. May convert written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible Web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of Web and multimedia content. The median worker in this occupation earns $109k per year.
Computer Network Architects
Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and Intranets New workers start around $89,448. Normal pay is $152,892 per year.
Computer & Information Systems Managers
Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers or IT project managers combine their IT skills with their team management skills. They plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a bright outlook for these jobs (8% to 10%) for these jobs. New workers start around $126,460. Normal pay is $206,247 per year.