Career Cluster - Information Technology
The Information Technology (IT) career cluster focuses on the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services, encompassing roles like software development, network administration, and cybersecurity.
Core Focus:
Design, Development, Support, and Management: IT professionals are involved in all aspects of technology, from creating new systems and software to maintaining and troubleshooting existing ones.
Hardware, Software, Multimedia, and Systems Integration: The cluster encompasses a wide range of technologies, including computer hardware, software applications, multimedia content, and the integration of different systems.
Dynamic and Entrepreneurial Field: The IT industry is known for its rapid growth, innovation, and opportunities for entrepreneurship.
Key Career Pathways:
Information Support and Services: This pathway focuses on providing technical assistance, managing information systems, and implementing computer systems and software.
Network Systems: This pathway involves the design, installation, maintenance, and management of computer networks, including local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs).
Programming and Software Development: This pathway focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining computer software and applications.
Web and Digital Communications: This pathway involves creating, designing, and producing interactive multimedia products and services, including websites and digital content.
Skills and Knowledge:
Technical Skills: IT careers require strong technical skills, including programming, networking, troubleshooting, and system administration.
Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: IT professionals need to be able to identify, analyze, and solve technical problems.
Communication and Collaboration Skills: IT professionals often work in teams and need to be able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Adaptability and Continuous Learning: The IT industry is constantly evolving, so IT professionals need to be able to adapt to new technologies and learn continuously.
154 W Broadway St.
Sparta, IL 62286
At CTS, We Proudly Stand as Your Trusted Partner for Cutting-Edge Technology Solutions, Committed to Delivering Innovation and Excellence that Drives Your Success in the Digital Era.
1200.5 Tower Square
Marion, IL 62959
You do what you do best, and we'll do what we do best to make what you do best look even better. We are branding and creative design studio completely driven to deliver measurable results for our clients. We give brands a visual punch and love every gosh darn minute of it.
304 E Walnut St.
Carbondale, IL 62901
Founded by James Mayer in 2006, Mayer Networks has grown to be one of the largest IT consulting firms in Southern Illinois with a vast range of IT solutions for many different industries. Our steadfast mission is to provide cutting-edge consistent, dependable service, and solutions to each of our clients. Our experienced and dedicated professionals partner with your business to solve complex business problems with technology-enabled solutions. Additionally, Mayer Networks uses the latest support technologies to reach clients outside of Southern Illinois and is currently a multi-state IT support and consulting firm. You will never be too far away for support.
1603 E DeYoung St.
Marion, IL 62959
With almost 30 years of experience managing and monitoring a sophisticated network, Mediacom Business delivers reliability and consistent internet speeds. Our continued network investments and resources to help when problems arise make us the local partner your business can depend on.
308 N 16th St.
Herrin, IL 62948
Megabytes has grown to provide a full range of I.T. services including PC sales and service, servers, network storage, networking, wireless, security cameras, business VoIP telephony solutions, custom applications, web sites, web hosting, mobile device planning, backup, network security, and training. Specifically designed to serve small and medium businesses, Megabytes focuses on cost-effective solutions that deliver enterprise-level performance.
4501 West Deyoung St.
STE 104B
Marion, IL 62959
Nextgen Solutions is a Veteran owned Managed Solutions Company. We specialize in networks, computers and servers, managed print, VoIP service & phones, O365, low voltage cabling, and so much more. At Nextgen we strive to be more than a faceless IT company. We listen to our clients needs and work to meet or exceed them every step of the way. It is our belief that technology should bring innovation to business, reducing costs not increasing them.
1834 N Court St.
PO Box 294
Marion, IL 62959
At ProTek Fiber, our team is dedicated to providing quality broadband options in Southern Illinois. We are a local team, with a hometown approach to broadband.
PO Box 335
1170 N Cedar Ct
Carbondale, IL 62901
We have innovative business assessment tools and techniques used by our expert technicians to simplify your business processes through networking and establishing cost-effective solutions tailored to your needs. Let SINC save you time and money!
Chances are that your network isn’t being used anywhere near its potential. A large percentage of the business networks that SINC is hired to administer either have software that isn’t being fully utilized or is outright misconfigured. Contact us today for your free consultation and let us help technology work for you!
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