Also called:
Information Systems Director (IS Director), Information Systems Manager (IS Manager), Information Technology Director (IT Director), Information Technology Manager (IT Manager)
In the Air Force:
All Source Intelligence Analyst; Aviation Resource Management Superintendent; Cyber Surety; Cyber Warfare Operations; Cyber Warfare Operations, Cyberspace Defense Analysis; Cyberspace Operations, Air Force Intranet Control; Cyberspace Operations, Helicopter or EWO; Fusion Analyst Craftsman, Analysis and Production; Maintenance Management Analysis Craftsman; Signals Intelligence Analyst Helper; Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Superintendent
In the Army:
Air Defense (AD) Battle Management System Operator; CYBER Operations Technician; Cyber Electromagnetic Operations Officer; Cyber Operations Officer, General; Geospatial Engineer; Information Operations Officer; Information Services Technician; Military Intelligence (MI) Systems Maintainer/Integrator; Network Management Technician; Senior Network Operations Technician
In the Coast Guard:
Data Processing; Information Resources Management; Information Systems Management
In the Marine Corps:
Aviation Logistics Information Management System (ALIMS) Specialist; Communications Chief; Cyber Network Operations Officer; Cyberspace Exploitation Operator; Cyberspace Operations Chief; Data Systems Chief; Data Systems Specialist; Defensive Cyberspace Operator; Information Security Technician; Management, Data Systems Officer
In the Navy:
ADP Customer Liaison Officer; ADP System Director; Anti-Submarine Warfare Operations Manager; CWO - Information Warfare Technician; Cryptologic Technician Technical; Electronics Technician; Joint Data Network Operations Officer; LDO - Communications, Submarine; Management Information Systems Officer; RL - Special Duty Officer - Cyber Warfare Engineer; Shipboard Nontactical Automatic Data Processing System Coordinator
More than ever before, decision makers at all levels rely on having the information they need right at their fingertips. Computer and information systems managers, also called Information Technology – or IT – managers, do the work of making information accessible. IT managers keep computer systems working properly and efficiently. They determine a company's computer needs, create project budgets, and work with senior management to put the necessary resources in place. These managers develop computer networks and set up Internet and Intranet sites, ever mindful of future needs, and of securing the organization’s data. IT managers oversee training programs and handle technical problems, often under high stress and tight timelines to avoid system failure. Though a college degree is expected, often in an IT major, this position requires a proven track record in a related occupation such as systems analyst or computer programmer. Some IT managers hold advanced IT degrees and certifications, or specialize in areas such as security or web hosting. Constant re-training is typical. If you love the challenges of keeping pace with computer technology, power up a career in IT management.
What they do:
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
On the job, you would:
Direct daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines.
Meet with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity.
Engineering and Technology
computers and electronics
product and service development
Business
customer service
management
Arts and Humanities
English language
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Basic Skills
thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
Verbal
communicate by speaking
listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information
notice when problems happen
Math
add, subtract, multiply, or divide
choose the right type of math to solve a problem
People interested in this work like activities that include leading, making decisions, and business.
They do well at jobs that need:
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Dependability
Initiative
Cooperation
Analytical Thinking
You might use software like this on the job:
Web platform development software
JavaScript
PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Microsoft Dynamics GP
Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
Development environment software
C
Common business oriented language COBOL
bachelor's degree or some college usually needed
Get started on your career:
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
In the military:
see titles from the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or Navy.
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