http://www.cio.com/ en (c) Copyright 2009 CXO Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:55:50 GMT 2009-11-23T03:55:50Z en (c) Copyright 2009 CXO Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. http://www.cio.com/article/507899/Career_Watch_Escaping_From_a_Bad_Boss?source=rss_it_skills Computerworld Premier 100 IT Leader Scott Newman answers readers' questions about dealing with a bad boss, the top tech skills for the future, and entering the IT field. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT Jamie Eckle <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/507899/Career_Watch_Escaping_From_a_Bad_Boss?source=rss_it_skills 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/507177/Security_Pros_Seek_Hacking_Forensics_Skills?source=rss_it_skills The Computing Technology Industry Association of 1,500 IT workers found that majority intend to pursue security and related certifications in the coming years. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT Denise Dubie <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/507177/Security_Pros_Seek_Hacking_Forensics_Skills?source=rss_it_skills 2009-11-09T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/505594/The_10_Key_Capabilities_of_Next_Generation_Project_Managers?source=rss_it_skills To succeed today, project managers need more skills and capabilities than ever before. It's no longer enough to be fluent in project management best practices, tools and methodologies. Next-generation project managers also need refined leadership, management and soft-skills, according to a new report from Forrester Research. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT Meridith Levinson <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/505594/The_10_Key_Capabilities_of_Next_Generation_Project_Managers?source=rss_it_skills 2009-10-21T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/503158/Enterprises_Still_Face_Significant_IT_Skills_Shortage?source=rss_it_skills Despite the economic downturn, IT departments are still struggling with a "significant" skills gap, according to new research from accounting and consulting firm Deloitte. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT Tom Jowitt <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/503158/Enterprises_Still_Face_Significant_IT_Skills_Shortage?source=rss_it_skills 2009-09-24T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/502739/IT_Careers_Bank_of_America_Touts_Mainframe_Work_As_a_Safe_Career?source=rss_it_skills Large financial services companies like Bank of America are scouring colleges and universities in search of skills needed to run the mainframe systems that are still widely used at their firms. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT Patrick Thibodeau <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/502739/IT_Careers_Bank_of_America_Touts_Mainframe_Work_As_a_Safe_Career?source=rss_it_skills 2009-09-18T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/501016/Career_Watch_Millenials_Make_the_Most_of_This_Recession?source=rss_it_skills Author and management consultant Bob Jennings thinks hard times will bring out the best in the youngest workers. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT Jamie Eckle <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/501016/Career_Watch_Millenials_Make_the_Most_of_This_Recession?source=rss_it_skills 2009-08-31T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/500904/IT_Hiring_Expected_to_Increase_in_Canada_Over_Next_Three_Months?source=rss_it_skills According to a new survey from Sapphire Technologies Canada and IBM Canada Ltd., 87 percent of Canadian IT leaders expect to maintain or increase their staffing levels over the next quarter. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT Jennifer Kavur <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/500904/IT_Hiring_Expected_to_Increase_in_Canada_Over_Next_Three_Months?source=rss_it_skills 2009-08-26T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/500223/Online_Class_Helps_Security_Pros_Sharpen_Their_Skills?source=rss_it_skills To help IT security professionals sharpen their skills, InfoWorld is offering a free, 20-lesson "Security Boot Camp" online class. The class is conducted via e-mail, with students getting one assignment each workday that connects the theory of best security practices with the hands-on reality of implementing such advice. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT InfoWorld staff <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/500223/Online_Class_Helps_Security_Pros_Sharpen_Their_Skills?source=rss_it_skills 2009-08-21T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/499115/Five_Ways_to_Get_Affordable_Certification_Skills?source=rss_it_skills Training is often among the first items cut from budgets when companies need to trim expenses. Industry watchers and IT professionals share tips on how to get certification-level IT skills with little cash. Thu, 06 Aug 2009 04:00:00 GMT Denise Dubie <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/499115/Five_Ways_to_Get_Affordable_Certification_Skills?source=rss_it_skills 2009-08-06T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/498766/Some_IT_Skills_Hot_Even_in_Down_Economy?source=rss_it_skills Foote Partners&#8217; latest analysis shows that pay for 28 IT skills and certifications is on the rise, while 46 skills and certifications saw a decrease in pay in Q2. Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT Denise Dubie <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/498766/Some_IT_Skills_Hot_Even_in_Down_Economy?source=rss_it_skills 2009-07-31T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/498307/Business_Analysts_Role_Changes_Require_New_Skill_Sets?source=rss_it_skills The business analyst's job has changed this year -- and so have the critical skills that companies demand. New research shows that while communication is still key, knowledge of Lean and Agile methods is a must-have as well. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT Thomas Wailgum <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/498307/Business_Analysts_Role_Changes_Require_New_Skill_Sets?source=rss_it_skills 2009-07-28T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/498265/Those_with_Skills_Staying_Employed_Survey_Shows?source=rss_it_skills Information technology is being less affected by the recession than many other employment sectors, because it is seen as a core business function. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT David Watson <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/498265/Those_with_Skills_Staying_Employed_Survey_Shows?source=rss_it_skills 2009-07-27T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/495532/Layoffs_Are_Increasing_Demand_for_Tech_Freelancers?source=rss_it_skills Analysts say the fast growing demand for contract technology workers doesn't indicate that the economy is turning around - yet. Sun, 21 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT Patrick Thibodeau <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/495532/Layoffs_Are_Increasing_Demand_for_Tech_Freelancers?source=rss_it_skills 2009-06-21T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/494986/5_Ways_to_Make_Your_Company_a_Best_Place?source=rss_it_skills Don't let the growing talent pool fool you. Though unemployment levels are at an all-time high, the war for talent still rages on. Competition in the IT industry for highly skilled workers is as fierce as ever. Companies realize that these "A" players are now, more than ever, critical to the ongoing success of their operations. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT Adam Lawrence <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/494986/5_Ways_to_Make_Your_Company_a_Best_Place?source=rss_it_skills 2009-06-15T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/494744/How_to_Lead_A_Videoconference?source=rss_it_skills Video conferencing advice from Dale Carnegie CEO Peter Handal Wed, 10 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT Peter Handal <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/494744/How_to_Lead_A_Videoconference?source=rss_it_skills 2009-06-10T04:00:00Z