120,861 IT Specialist Jobs Nationwide

An IT (information technology) specialist may work in several different areas of technology, including computer repair, computer security, network support, sever administration and customer support. IT specialists can be found in a variety of work places, too. Schools, government offices, insurance companies and private businesses all employ IT specialists to keep computer systems and databases running smoothly.

Skill Set:

An IT specialist must have a great deal of knowledge of computers, operating systems, networks and computer servers. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are very important to people working in this field; IT specialist routinely troubleshoot and diagnose complex computer problems.

Education:
Most people working in the field have several types of certifications including A+ certification, C+ certification, Security + certification and Network + certification. Some may have additional training in specialized systems and many hold an associates degrees or higher level degree.

Career Path:

Some college is almost always necessary to find entry level IT work. Community colleges may offer a two year degree or basic IT certifications, though a B.A. in computer science or a related field is usually recommended. Internships are also very helpful for IT students for gaining additional work experience.