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Job designation: - IT Specialist
The IT Specialist will be the primary point of contact for all IT-related issues. The IT Specialist will also be responsible for managing a variety of technology tasks and projects. The goal of the role is to help improve the efficiency, security, and reliability of all shared technology resources.
Duties and responsibilities of an IT Specialist
The primary responsibility of a IT specialist is to make sure that all the software and hardware systems work smoothly and efficiently. They also ensure that the right policies have been installed by maintaining an inventory of all software, hardware, and data.
Install and configure new computers and peripherals
Maintain network of pcs and laptops
Troubleshoot PC hardware and software problems
Troubleshoot network problems
Manage laptops on the go
Maintain backups of all company data
Assist with computer upgrades
Assist with data backup process
Assist with office move/relocation
Install new software on computers
Provide computer training for employees
Provide technical assistance to employees with PC or laptop problems or questions about using technology at work or home.
Places of employment for an IT Specialist
Schools
Universities
Telecommunications companies
Computer service shops
Computer maintenance companies
Work schedule of an IT Specialist
IT specialists usually work 40 hours a week with 8 hours per day. However, they may have to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Qualifications required to become an IT Specialist
There are several qualifications required to become an IT Specialist. The first one is having a bachelor degree in engineering or computer science. Another qualification is that you need to be proficient in at least one of the following programming languages, Python, C++, Java, Ruby or Scala.
Under-graduate courses to become an IT Specialist
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Bachelor of Management Studies with specialization in IT management
Eligibility to pursue the course: -
The candidate should have passed 10+2 examination or its equivalent, from a recognized Board and must have obtained a minimum aggregate score in Mathematics and Physics as well as English as compulsory subjects, which is not less than 55%.
Entrance-exams to be taken to pursue the course
Joint Entrance Examination (JEE)
All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE)
National Eligibility Test (NET)
Institutes which are offering these courses
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
Post-graduate courses for an IT Specialist
Master of Computer Engineering (MCE)
Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
Eligibility to pursue the course: -
Graduation in Computer Engineering with 55 or 60 percent pass
Entrance-exams to be taken to pursue the course
CAT
MAT
XAT
GATE
Institutes which are offering these courses
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT)
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi
National Centre for Software Technology (NCST) - Pune
Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad
National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Mumbai
Key/Technical skills
Data Analysis and Cybersecurity
Understanding database design and implementation, accessing data from SQL queries through either ODBC or JDBC drivers.
Designing an enterprise-wide computer system infrastructure that can handle large volumes of traffic with appropriate levels of security and reliability.
Designing network topologies such as Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wireless networks (WANs)
Salary expectations
Average salary: -Rs. 11 Lakhs per annum
Entry level salary: - Rs. 3 Lakhs per annum
Experienced-level salary: - Rs. 20 Lakhs per annum
Process of getting the job of an IT Specialist
Placement from colleges, universities and other recognised institutions
Job searching on linkedin or Indeed for IT Specialist posts
Checking out any institution’s profile and requirements for an IT Specialist
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