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Top tips for pivoting into a tech career
Aug 18, 2023
There are so many different ways to begin a career in tech. Those starting out may begin with a computer science degree and work there way up in a traditional trajectory. But there are plenty of stories of those who made the switch to tech much later in life, having worked in other roles, for example as a car mechanic or a teacher. READ MORE AT SILICONREPUBLIC
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Which tech jobs have the most open postings?
Jul 24, 2023
If you’re considering a career in project management, data analytics, or software development, now’s a good time to jump into those respective markets. All of these roles also require time and resources to learn the necessary skills, but there are multiple paths to becoming whatever you envision. READ MORE AT DICE
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How to overcome imposter syndrome in tech
May 15, 2023
In a fast-paced, ever-changing industry like tech, and especially in the world of engineering where the trending language can change by the month, it’s common to feel unprepared or out of place. Ashley Griffin, an engineering manager at  HealthVerity , has dealt with impostor syndrome throughout her career, even when earning a master’s degree and landing her managerial role. READ MORE AT TECHNICAL.LY
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10 cities with the fastest-growing Tech salaries
Mar 06, 2023
As more and more tech salaries increase, so too has there been a rise in nontraditional tech hubs in the U.S. According to Dice’s latest Tech Salary Report, more IT professionals are moving away from tech hubs like California to neighboring states like Arizona, which saw a 20 percent increase in tech salaries last year. READ MORE AT CRN  
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Tech jobs are still hot in 2023
Feb 06, 2023
Big-name tech firms like Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft are undergoing mass layoffs, but job prospects for applicants in the broader tech ecosystem are poised to be among the best of any industry in 2023, according to a new ranking. Eight of the top 10 “best jobs” in the U.S. this year are technology roles, according to Indeed, which conducts an annual list of the top roles for job seekers....
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These are the best jobs, according to Indeed.com
Jan 30, 2023
The tech industry has seen job cuts recently, but there is still a high demand for people who work in software and data. The employment site Indeed.com is out with its list of best jobs and ranks full-stack developer as the No. 1 position, CBS News reports. Indeed.com ranks jobs based on salary, availability and flexibility. READ MORE AT CBS KCCI8
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The hottest tech jobs that didn’t exist a few years ago
Oct 26, 2022
To fill the most in-demand positions, from cloud architect to metaverse specialist, universities and companies are changing what they teach and how they hire.  According to data collected by the Digital Business School (ISDI) in Madrid, “metaverse specialist” is now one of the most sought-after professions, along with about 40 other innovative career titles that would have sounded like science fiction just a few years ago....
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The most in-demand Tech jobs in 2022
Jul 18, 2022
Tech jobs are booming. After a slight slowdown in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, companies are hiring for tech-based roles at rates never seen before. While across the board, demand for tech jobs is high and that’s not expected to change, some job demand is more than others. On top of high demand and comparatively high entry-level salaries, many people may not know that these tech jobs don’t require a degree or traditional...
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5 tips to help you land that dream tech job
Jul 01, 2022
Whether you're just starting in the tech industry or trying to advance in an established career, the goal will always be to get paid as well as possible for doing work you enjoy. But if you're going to land that dream position you found while scouring tech job sites, you need to bring your A-game to the application process. Fortunately, a handful of tips can give you an edge over the job-seeking competition. READ MORE AT ZDNET
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Network your way into a tech company
Feb 24, 2022
While networking can lead to new career opportunities, it offers so much more. Your network can give you support, advice, and confidence, along with role models and professional guidance. Digital networking may be less personal than traditional face-to-face methods, but it's also more convenient, flexible, and accessible.   Here, we look at the benefits of building a network and provide our top networking tips to guide you along the...
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Top 5 tips for Women to build a career in Cybersecurity
Aug 15, 2021
Representation of women in the cybersecurity industry has grown over the past years and, while this is positive, there is still room for improvement. Growth and success in this area require that everyone work together to amplify each other, but this is easier said than done. Interestingly, not everyone in cybersecurity started with a technical background. Some of the women currently in cybersecurity started in non-stem-related...
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U.S. has almost 500,000 job openings in cybersecurity
May 20, 2021
There are about 465,000 open positions in cybersecurity nationwide as of May 2021, according to Cyber Seek — a tech job-tracking database from the U.S. Commerce Department — and the trade group CompTIA.  "You don't have to be a graduate of MIT to work in cybersecurity," said Tim Herbert, executive vice president for research at CompTIA. "It just requires someone who has the proper training, proper certification...
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