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Most promising IT jobs next 5-10 years?
Asked by Atlas
I have over a decade of experience in infrastructure services/technical services (advanced tech support, OS image building and maintenance, network administration, rollouts, some proj management) including consulting and a permanent gig with a huge reputable company for the last 8 years. Last year I got my MBA and PMP because I want to get away from the day to day techie tasks all the time. Current job being eliminated in next couple months due to merger. Having trouble finding jobs in my area of IT but don't really want to be in tech services anymore anyway.
What are some of the more promising IT jobs in the near future? I am NOT a programmer nor do I want to be, so Java/SAP/PeopleSoft programming or any system analyst jobs are out even though those are hot now (SAP is all I see these days). Where should I go from here? Especially given my tech services background? Thanks!
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Best Answer:
Security & Disaster Recovery. You and I are pretty much similar- same tech background, no interest in programming/db, higher ed level and sick of to techie intensive stuff.
I switched over to Security. Vulnerability assessment/ penetration testing, firewall mgmt, application and db sec but I manage the group. I would suggest going the tech route first then switch over to mgmt since you don't have an extensive mgmt background.
DR is another area you may want to consider- less tech but still involved
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I'm in the same boat except for the job elimination part. I have been looking into teaching at the local technical university. With an MBA and your backround you would have a good chance with something like that. Without the experience of manager on your resume you will be hard pressed to find a company to take a chance for a management position. You may need to get a job that is techie at first but plenty of room to advance. Just be sure to be up front with them so they know where you want to go. This is also a huge risk because they could lead you wrong in the interview and you could potentially waste a year or so. Good Luck!
Answered by umph_mcgee
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A couple of areas to consider: 1)Non-profit technology related companies and organizations and 2) Consulting. The non-profit sector is particularly interesting because they need people with tech and business skills and are grateful for folks like you. Also, you'll make a difference in the world. Or, you can combine both non-profit and consulting together - depends on your frame of mind.
Answered by manno
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+ Networking Administration
+ Database Administration
+ Systems Management
...all management types of jobs in any IT fields...Almost all the companies now are automated, but you still need to manage 'em...so here you go...
Answered by Saj
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Easiest way to learn ERP is to go to PeopleSoft HRMS. You can learn it faster than SAP and it is easy also. Check the below site how to get started in PeopleSoft with free downloads from Oracle and interview questions and other materials. There are free tutorials and lots of resources to get into this area. Check it out, it is an alternative solution :
Answered by PSGuy
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