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IT Careers: 7 Tips for Job Security in a Bad Economy

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Recession fears have IT jobs in jeopardy. Here's how to outlast, outrun and outsmart the competition.

Hot IT Certifications for a Cool Job Market

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Not all technical certifications will boost your IT career. So in tough times, you have to choose them wisely. Here are the top 5 IT certifications in terms of pay growth.

H1-B Visa Battle Could Erupt at Department of Homeland Security

Patrick Thibodeau — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Obama's DHS candidate, Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano, has a strong record of support for the H-1B program.

IT Jobs: How to Re-Skill Yourself for a Higher-Paying One

Thomas Hoffman — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

It's not easy for IT professionals to make a wholesale switch to a different technical discipline, but it's not impossible, either. You just have to take the initiative.

Job Security Tips for IT Pros

Denise Dubie — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

If you want to make sure you're not the victim of a layoff during this economic downturn, sharpen your skills and pitch in. Helping out with new projects will enhance your resume when the economy rebounds.

Top IT Schools to Watch

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

These are the top 10 IT schools that are best able to meet the demands of IT in the workplace.

4 Tips for Making Your IT Graduate Degree Work For You in a Job Search

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Graduate degrees can help job seekers stand out by combining their knowledge of advanced technology with hands-on work experience.

IT School to Watch: Carnegie Mellon University

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

CMU trains students for roles in behavioral science.

Opinion: A Master's in IT Will Help You Stay on Solid Ground

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Those with a master's degree are part of a small group of specialists in the workforce with excellent chances for survival.

Are You Hiring the Wrong IT Staff to Achieve Your Alignment Goals?

Thu, 08 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Your problems with IT-business alignment stem from the people you hire. If you're placing too much emphasis on hiring IT professionals with computer science degrees, you're not going to get candidates who understand business operations and can bridge the IT-business alignment gap.

Mobile/Wireless Skills to Top IT Manager Most Wanted Lists

Al Sacco — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

IT workers looking to secure future employment would be wise to hone their mobile and wireless skill sets, according to new research, which suggests such skills will soon top security proficiency on the list of IT manager hiring priorities.

Recession-Proofing Your Career in IT

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

IT professionals who continually update their skills and build their networks keep themselves in high demand when employers start tightening their belts.

Are Career Paths the Best for Professional Advancement?

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT

There is no defined path to any professional career any longer. Life events, accomplishments, job experimentation and new interests fuel career development changes.

Six Techniques to Get More from the Web than Google Will Tell You

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Google is great, but it can't always tell you what makes a website or source of research material authoritative. Professional librarians and researchers explain where to look online to find the professional, technical and industry expertise you need.

The H-1B Visa Debate

Gary Beach — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 04:00:00 GMT

CIO Publisher Gary Beach believes the American education system, particularly in science and math, needs a makeover if we want to compete with countries like India and China. The H-1B six-year temporary visa program is a Band-Aid covering up our science and math woes.