Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
IT administration and management
Listed by colleges as Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Colleges award this field under 7 named programs, from Network and System Administration/Administrator to Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other.
Inside the major
Programs within this field
Colleges may offer this field under 7 more specific program names. The program you choose affects the courses you take.
- Network and System Administration/Administrator
- Prepares you to manage the computer operations and control the system configurations emanating from a specific site or network hub. Covers computer hardware and software and applications; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) networking; principles of information systems security; disk space and traffic load monitoring; data backup; resource allocation; and setup and takedown procedures.
- System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
- Prepares you to oversee and regulate the computer system and performance requirements of an entire organization or network of satellite users. Covers performance balancing; redundancy; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) network management; system migration and upgrading; outage control; problem diagnosis and troubleshooting; and system maintenance, budgeting, and management.
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
- Prepares you to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Covers computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.
- Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
- Prepares you to develop and maintain web servers and the hosted web pages at one or a group of web sites, and to function as designated webmasters. Covers computer systems and networks, server installation and maintenance, web page design and editing, information resources management, web policy and procedures, Internet applications of information systems security, user interfacing and usability research, and relevant management and communications skills.
- Information Technology Project Management
- Prepares you to design, develop, and manage information technology projects in a variety of companies and organizations. Covers principles of project management, risk management, procurement and contract management, information security management, software management, organizational principles and behavior, communications, quality assurance, financial analysis, leadership, and team effectiveness.
- Computer Support Specialist
- Prepares you to provide technical assistance, support, and advice to computer users to help troubleshoot software and hardware problems. Covers computer concepts, information systems, networking, operating systems, computer hardware, the Internet, software applications, help desk concepts and problem solving, and principles of customer service.
- Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other
- Computer/information technology services administration and management not listed above.
Also called Network Administration
Also called Information Assurance, IT Security, Internet Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Information Systems Auditing and Control
Also called Website Development, Web Development, Webmaster
Also called Technical Support Specialist, Help Desk Specialist, IT Support Specialist
Where it can lead
Careers this field can lead to
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- Hiring change through 2035
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