Perhaps more than any other function currently, information technology is the backbone of a company, and its operation and effectiveness has a direct impact on an organization’s health and prosperity.
Supporting everything from the efficiency of daily administrative tasks to identifying and securing customers, information technology is a strategic tool that advances an organization’s productivity, messaging and global reach.
There are many functions in the IT arena and they generally fall into 2 main categories: infrastructure and applications.
Infrastructure is the hardware and software that comprises the operating environment, providing secure, scalable connectivity and throughput for the flow of data.
Applications encompass the purchased, customized and developed software that automates and supports the key functional areas of a business.
There are a range of job functions in both areas including such roles as Help Desk, Technical/Desktop Support, Network and Systems Administrator/Engineer, Computer Operator, Database Administrator, Programmer, Analysts, Developers, QA and Architects. There are also those who lead cross-functional initiatives including Project Managers, Business Analysts and a host of management titles leading to the CTO and CIO levels.
In this section of Job-Hunt, we will explore the best tips and techniques to help IT professionals and leaders advance their careers and succeed in their job searches.
