5种实现IT工作梦想所需的技能 （IT)

不可否认的是，技术行业正在崛起，就业机会已经成熟。需求已从30年前的大型机转向虚拟化，从而为该领域提供了充足的机会。今天，一切都与优化和协作有关，IT决策者正在对这些新的基础架构进行大量投资。

我们云计算，企业技术和大数据的翅膀飞过了2012年。如今，似乎我们在方方面面都遇到了“即服务”或“生产力”的问题。商业格局已经发生了变化，信息技术是推动车轮运转的引擎。

随着经济的发展，我们可能会继续看到组织削减开支，但是IT预算却在蓬勃发展。 《计算机世界》对IT招聘经理的年度预测显示，超过33％的人计划在2013年招聘新人员，而2012年这一比例为29％。

根据CompTIA的《 2013年IT行业展望》，如果这还不足以吸引您的注意，那么到2020年，就业机会预计将增长22％。雇主正在寻找精通云计算，跨维度的IT专业人员，他们可以管理云计算的需求不断发展的市场。

这对我们意味着什么？随着仅面向IT专业人员的低成本在线学习门户网站的兴起，再没有比现在更好的时间来学习有价值的新技能并为下一次职业发展制定计划。如果是正在工作，或者正在考虑转向IT职业，现在是时候了。

以下是在2013年提升水平所需的主要技能：

安全基础架构

如果奥巴马总统关于增加网络安全基础设施的行政命令没有给出足够的迹象，那么安全是2013年的重中之重。仅五角大楼就计划增加4,000个工作岗位防御网络攻击。私营部门正在采取类似的预防措施，尤其是在移动设备方面，以防止恶意软件，垃圾邮件和未经授权的系统渗透。

随着黑客不断适应并找到新的攻击途径，安全机会将继续受到需求。雇主正在寻找除部署防火墙，威胁检测和加密技术外还精通业务基础架构的跨职能专业人员。

精通以下技能：CompTIA Security +，经过认证的道德黑客，CISSP

云，SaaS

随着公司从物理数据中心转移到云中，云和SaaS基础架构方面的专业知识将成为IT的必备条件。 SaaS和基于云的解决方案是业务的未来，可实现协作并减少本地化。

商业技术的这一新阶段为优化和开发提供了充足的空间，使雇主可以使用SaaS和云专业知识来寻求技能。随着企业继续采用云的灵活性和节省成本的优势，对于经验丰富的支持这些系统的IT专业人员的需求将不断增加。

熟练使用：System Center 2012，VMware vCloud Director

虚拟化

公司正在整合数据中心并迁移到虚拟服务器，从而导致从物理连接向逻辑连接的转变。虚拟化使企业可以降低成本，提高敏捷性并提高效率，使虚拟化成为未来业务运营的核心。

根据存储实现类型的不同，虚拟化的按需技能可能有所不同，但是通常，大多数决策者都在寻找能够了解会影响存储需求的应用程序和操作系统之间的复杂性和相互依赖性的IT管理员和技术人员。如果您曾在已迁移到虚拟化或基于云的环境的组织中工作，这将使您更加理想。

熟练掌握：VMware vSphere 5管理，Hyper-V v3，System Center 2012

大数据

大数据是2013年许多公司的首要任务之一。根据Gartner的研究，到2015年，大数据估计将达到440万个工作岗位，但其中只有三分之一将被填补。需求没有得到满足，这使其成为IT专业人员利用这个市场的最佳时机。

如果您正在寻找大数据方面的工作，那么您将需要精通技术和业务敏锐性来分析数据并将其转变为商业智能。组织正在寻找其数据专业知识可以推动创新的专业人员。

熟练使用：SQL Server 2012商业智能，Microsoft PowerView，Microsoft Excel

互联网

对于进入2013年的IT专业人员来说，机遇是无穷的，而且这种光似乎不会很快消失。对网络管理的需求是永恒的，并且已经存在多年了。但是，既然我们看到虚拟化和云计算有了一定的增长，那么网络技能将不会很快被淘汰。

熟练掌握：CompTIA Network +，Cisco CCNA，Microsoft网络监控

充分利用2013年并完善自己的做法技术技巧。 最抢手的IT技能主要集中在新技术的开发，部署和管理上，因此请确保您在这个瞬息万变的市场中保持竞争力。

与往年不同，今年您有很多机会做出一些积极的职业决策。 掌控您的未来。

5 In-Demand Skills for Landing a Dream IT Job

There is no denying it -- the technology sector is on the rise and jobs are ripe for the taking. Demand has shifted from the mainframes of 30 years ago to virtualization, opening up ample opportunity in the field. Today, it's all about optimization and collaboration, and IT decision makers are investing heavily in these new infrastructures.

We flew through 2012 on the wings of cloud computing, enterprise technology and big data. These days it seems like everywhere we turn we run into "as-a-service" this or "productivity" that. The business landscape has evolved, and information technology is the engine keeping the wheels turning.

As the economy limps along, we may continue to see organizations make cuts, but IT budgets are booming. Computerworld's annual forecast of IT hiring managers reveals that over 33 percent plan to hire new personnel in 2013, up from 29 percent in 2012.

If that isn't enough to grasp your attention, jobs are expected to grow by 22 percent through 2020, according to CompTIA's IT Industry Outlook 2013. Employers are looking for cloud-savvy, cross-dimensional IT professionals who can manage the demands of an evolving market.

What does this mean for us? With the rise of low-cost online learning portals just for IT professionals, there is no time better than the present to learn a valuable new skill and make plans for that next career move. If working in the field, or considering making a career change to IT, now is the time to do it.

Here are the top skills needed to up your game in 2013:

Security Infrastructure

If President Obama's executive order to increase infrastructure for cybersecurity didn't give enough indication, security is a top priority for 2013. The Pentagon alone plans to add 4,000 jobs to defend against cyberattacks. The private sector is taking similar precautions, especially in terms of mobile devices, to protect against malware, spam and unauthorized attempts to penetrate systems.

Opportunities in security will continue to be in high demand as hackers adapt and find new avenues for attack. Employers are looking for cross-functional professionals who are well versed in business infrastructure in addition to deploying firewalls, threat detection and encryption technology.

Skill up with: CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker, CISSP

Cloud, SaaS

As companies move beyond physical data centers and into the cloud, expertise in cloud and SaaS infrastructure will become a must for IT resumes. SaaS and cloud-based solutions are the future of business, empowering collaboration and reducing localization.

This new phase in business technology offers plenty of room for optimization and development, making SaaS and cloud expertise sought-after skills for employers. As businesses continue to embrace the flexibility and cost-saving benefits of the cloud, demand will increase for IT pros experienced in supporting these systems.

Skill up with: System Center 2012, VMware vCloud Director

Virtualization

Companies are consolidating data centers and moving to virtual servers, creating a shift from physical to more logical connections. Virtualization allows for businesses to reduce cost, improve agility and increase efficiency, making virtualization core to business operations of the future.

In-demand skills for virtualization may vary depending on the type of storage implementation, but in general most decision makers are looking for IT administrators and technicians who understand the complexities and interdependencies among applications and operating systems that affect storage requirements. If you've worked at an organization that has migrated to virtualization or a cloud-based environment, this will make you all the more desirable.

Skill up with: VMware vSphere 5 Administration, Hyper-V v3, System Center 2012

Big Data

Big data is one of the top priorities for many companies in 2013. According to a Gartner study, big data is estimated to reach 4.4 million jobs by 2015, but only one-third of those positions will be filled. There is a demand that is not being met, making it the perfect time for IT pros to capitalize on this market.

If you're looking for a job in big data, you'll want to brush up on both your technical and business acumen for analyzing data and turning it into business intelligence. Organizations are looking for professionals whose data expertise can drive innovation.

Skill up with: SQL Server 2012 Business Intelligence, Microsoft PowerView, Microsoft Excel

Networking

The opportunities are boundless for IT pros going into 2013, and it doesn't look like this light will burn out anytime soon. Demand is perpetual for network management and has been for years. However, now that we've seen a definite uptick in virtualization and cloud computing, networking skills won't be taken off the must-have list any time soon.

Skill up with: CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, Microsoft Network Monitoring

Make the most of 2013 and polish up your repertoire of skills. The most in-demand IT skills focus largely on development, deployment and management of new technologies, so make sure you remain competitive in this quickly transforming market.

Unlike years past, there is ample opportunity to make some aggressive career decisions. Take charge of your future today.

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Scott Skinger