The world of computers is ever changing, with new technology being added regularly. Gone are the days of simple computing, today you have mobile computing, big data, cloud computing etc. This clearly indicates that the IT sector is set to rise and there is going to be a high demand for specialists. In order to keep enterprises current there is going to be a great demand for IT specialists. In addition, there is also a rising demand for staff that is well versed with technology to support the infrastructure. Also, web developers with good Java and .NET skills are sought after.
Here are some of the hot IT jobs of 2013 to look out for;

  •     Network Engineers: They are responsible for the installation, maintainance and support of the computers communication network in an organization or between organizations. It is their duty to ensure that there is smooth operation of communication network in order to provide best performance. In recent times, they are also responsible for smooth integration of cloud computing with the other technologies. They also ensure that there is secure flow of data sharing to other multiple locations via LAN and WAN. An average projected salary in this field is $79,500 to $104,250.
  •     Computer Systems Analyst: a computer system analyst studies the present computer systems and procedures of the company, based on which he makes recommendations to help the organization function more efficiently and effectively. They determine the role of IT in the company and how crucial it is for company operations, based on that the review is made. They work in close conjunction with the business leaders of the organization in order to help the IT team realize how best the computer systems can be used to further help the organization streamline its operations. Employment is set to rise by 22% from 2010 to 2020, clearly indicating its importance.

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