Wondering what kind of gigs or jobs you can get with a Bachelor of Information Technology (IT) degree?
With technology being part of our everyday life, it’s no secret that a lot of industries require an IT person to keep their technology smooth sailing and up to date. This means that you can basically work in any area you like such as agriculture, transportation, journalism, entertainment, corporate, real estate and manufacturing.
If you’re wondering what studying a Bachelor of IT is all about, find out more by clicking on our previous articles on the IT degrees that Australian universities offer:
- University of Technology Sydney
- Macquarie University
- Western Sydney University
- University of New South Wales
- University of Sydney
So, where do we even start? Lucky for you, here are 20 jobs that you can LAN with an information technology degree. Let’s byte into it (okay, this is the last pun I promise)!
Making New Things
Discovering New Things
Making Things Work
Turning Ideas Into Reality
Helping Others
If your interest is… making new things!
#1: Software Developers
Thinking of taking the world by storm just like how Fruit Ninja, Flappy Bird or Pokemon Go did?
Unleash your creativity as a software developer as you design, create and deploy new applications and systems. Besides developing programs, a software developer also carries out evaluations and modifications to their products and fixes the slightest glitches in applications, operating and network systems to ensure that they are working at a top-notch level.
You may need to work with other IT professionals such as the programmers, UI designers and backend developers to refine your products.
This job requires high technical and analytical skills, so if you’re someone who likes writing codes, solving complex problems and generating practical ideas then this job would be perfect for you!
#2: Web Developer
Was it just me or did we all spend our 2012 working on our Tumblr HTML to make our blogs look “aesthetic”?
Now, you can get paid to do that as a web developer! A web developer essentially codes for the design, appearance and layout of websites.
You’ll have to use HTML, CSS and Javascript codes to apply graphics, interactive features and content into the websites. Once you build these websites, you will continue maintaining these websites to keep them trendy and up-to-date!
If you’re a creative-minded person who is ready to work with a different task everyday, this job will be highly satisfying for you!
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $1,596 per week with a strong future growth rate.
#3: User Interface Designer (UI Designer)
Let’s admit it, we are all guilty of falling for aesthetic designs.
And a User Interface Designer is the person who entrances us with their creative magic! They are the ones who choose the colours, shapes, sizes and other elements that build an attractive, interactive and easy to navigate interface from our point of view.
They often use design tools such as Sketch, Adobe and InVision to work. Interestingly, a UI designer requires a certain degree of empathy to put themselves in the user’s perspective to optimise the appearance and practicality of their projects.
So, if you’re someone who’s in tune with their creative and empathetic side, maybe becoming a User Interface Designer will be highly interesting for you!
JobOutlook: Same as Web Developer
#4: User Experience Designer (UX)
Are you good at putting yourself into other people’s shoes?
Not literally of course! But as a user experience designer, you ensure that your users get the full experience with the purchasing, marketing and functioning of your product. You’ll be overseeing the entire process of development and at the end, you will collect and overview feedback from your users to find out how to improve your product further.
Unlike a UI job, a UX designer is less concerned about the graphics and more of the practicality of the product. So, if you’re someone who naturally empathises with people, this job may be quite a fit for you.
JobOutlook: Same as Web Developer
#5: Backend Developer
Not a fan of the spotlight?
You can choose to work behind the scenes as a backend developer who develops, maintains and implements what are called “server-side functions” that the users do not see. These server side functions include establishing API communication or a connection to a database to store and retrieve data when required.
PHP, Python, Ruby, Java and .Net are just some of the programming languages you’ll become familiar with.
This job also revolves around writing scripts to diagnose and debug codes alongside front end developers such as UI designers and UX architects to ensure that the product is functioning logically inside and out!
If you’re a detail-oriented person who loves to solve problems and collaborate with others, a backend developer sounds like a suitable job for you!
#6: Programmer
Programmer versus developer, aren’t they the same?
Aha, they are actually not! While a software developer takes the more creative reins of the entire project, a programmer specialises in coding and coding only. This involves creating, testing, troubleshooting and regulating the foundational codes for computer programs.
Unlike software developers, programmers don’t use a lot of creativity and follow instructions by the books to turn developers’ ideas into functioning technology via coding. As a programmer, you’ll find yourself working with HTML, JavaScript and CSS a lot!
If you’re someone who loves all things to do with coding, this job will be perfect for you!
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $2,003 per week with a very strong future growth rate.
If your interest is… discovering new things!
#7: Data scientist
When we think of scientists, we tend to think of people in lab coats carrying out chemical experiments.
Data scientists are kind of the same, except they don’t wear lab coats, and they work on data instead of chemicals. These scientists develop and administer methods to collect and analyse lots and lots data to gain insights and also build big behavioural models to predict trends.
The programming skills used by data scientists are often more complex and theory-based with methods such as machine learning, algorithms and statistics to review data from all sources.
While a data scientist may find information that may be helpful for the practical side of things, their job is not to apply it to real life but just to provide knowledge. As such, if you’re a person who loves the learning process, a data scientist job may be very insightful for you!
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $2,060 per week with a strong future growth rate
If your interest is… making things work!
#8: Network Administrator
Don’t you hate it when the internet breaks down? I know I do.
So, if you ever want to save someone from the devastating life without Wi-Fi, you can become a network administrator. This job involves installing, testing and maintaining communication avenues such as local area networks (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and virtual private networks (VPN) that connect servers using routing methods.
Some tasks you may carry out include IP addressing, VLAN and configuring firewalls — basically, anything to do with a network.
If a little patience doesn’t hurt when you’re solving problems, this job will be highly rewarding for you, especially if providing a smooth-sailing network for others is your life’s passion.
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $2,021 per week with a very strong future growth rate.
#9: Systems Administrator
If specialising in networks isn’t your thing, maybe you’d wanna try looking into systems administration.
A systems administrator works with both computer hardware and software to install, configure and update them. The roles of a systems administrator and a network administrator are blurred and tend to be interchangeable in a small setting, but this divide grows in a bigger company.
A systems administrator may also be involved in the regulation of network equipment and servers but in short, their job is more broad, focusing on executive roles with delivering new software updates, organising emails and internet filters.
So, if you like a job that is more flexible but also involves the same fun you get from problem-solving and critical thinking, a systems administration may be something you’d want to try.
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $1,932 per week with a very strong future growth rate.
#10: Database Administrator
Are you the type of person who loves to buy paper holders, folders or any sort of organisation tool to feel like you have your life together?
Perhaps you’d be interested in becoming a database administrator! A database administrator organises data so it’s secure, accessible and consistent.
They do this by developing logical database designs so it’s easy to investigate and extract data from it. Database administrators also maintain the infrastructure of these databases by solving complex bugs the user experiences.
Almost all fields require a database administrator (e.g. health, finance, communication and transport systems), so you can basically work in any field with this job
JobOutlook: Same as Systems Administrator
#11: IT Manager
Would you say that you’re a natural-born leader?
If yes, then being an IT Manager will be perfect for you. With this title, you’ll be supervising projects from its developing phases up until its implementation stages. Specifically, you’ll be overseeing critical deadlines, budget limits and standards for your team to meet.
If you like leading a team, this job will be highly suitable for you as you will be collaborating with other information technology professionals and colleagues from multiple backgrounds to figure out back-up plans, budget and goals.
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $2,766 per week with a stable future growth rate.
#12: Computer Network Architect
Are you someone who loves to pull people together?
A computer network architect creates and designs communication networks to allow members of the company to smoothly communicate with each other. You’ll find yourself designing data layout plans, integrating security systems and updating communication technologies like network drivers, adapters and routers.
A good understanding of business plans is also very important, as you’ll often be working with colleagues to build networks, determine the most strategic place to install these networks and what new technologies need to be incorporated to boost business.
So, if you’re someone who likes to solve complex problems and work with people, this job will keep you on your toes!
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $2,279 earnings per week with a strong future growth rate.
#13: Cloud Engineer
Does studying IT make you feel like you’re in Cloud 9?
Jokes aside, another job you can take on is becoming a Cloud Engineer. This job involves developing, integrating and managing cloud systems such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure to ensure data security for others.
Cloud data storage is becoming increasingly popular amongst companies as it is highly accessible and efficient with low cost, so your job prospects as a specialised cloud engineer are sky-rocketing!
If you’re someone who loves to troubleshoot problems with an eye for detail, you’d enjoy this job!
If your interest is… making ideas a reality!
#14: Information Technology Business Architect
Do you like putting IT ideas into motion?
Business Architects are the dreamworkers of the IT world. They essentially act as the bridge between the IT and business sides of a project to facilitate smooth execution of IT ideas into reality.
They work in an interdisciplinary team to see how things could work from different perspectives, ultimately forming a big picture. Overall, they deal with the logistics of a project such as developing capability maps, create action plans and determining budget prioritisations.
So, if you’re someone who likes to work in different areas to build something valuable, this job may be quite fulfilling for you!
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $2,274 per week with a strong future growth rate.
#15: Information Technology Business Analyst
Are you a strategist at heart?
Then, maybe becoming an Information Technology Business Analyst is a job that you’ll find highly stimulating.
As an IT business analyst, you’ll be carrying out IT analysis to find, develop and implement the best strategy to use IT to meet business needs. The end goal of IT business analysts is to ensure that the quality of IT products and services are in tip-top shape by running tests and fixing bugs, ultimately helping your clients live a better life.
The job also involves a lot of communication between those in IT and those who are not, such as business branches who you’ll be working closely with to help them meet their goals.
Compared to other information technology jobs, an IT Business Analyst has the most dynamic work environment because of the high diversity of requests from your unique clients. However, unlike an IT business architect, it’s less applicable and more analysis focused.
If you’re looking to apply what you’ve learnt to build something productive, an IT business analyst is the perfect job for you!
JobOutlook: Same as IT Business Architect
#16: Computer Systems Engineer
Isn’t it cool to have a computer with functions that are personalised just for you?
A computer systems engineer makes this a reality as they create computer systems that meet the unique needs of different types of clients. They design, install, maintain and repair computer systems while providing advice for clients to select the most appropriate hardware or software tools that are suitable to what they want to do.
Ultimately, securing a safe data storage system for customers is the most important job of a computer systems engineer.
In some respects, this job can be quite complex as you have to integrate engineering, computer science and mathematics to customise technology to your customer’s needs. But if you’re someone who loves a dynamic work environment where you get to solve different problems everyday, this job may be highly interesting for you.
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $2,019 per week with a very strong future growth rate.
If your interest is… helping others!
#17: Information Technology Consultant
Like giving out advice?
An IT consultant does just that! To become an IT consultant, you can either have your own practice or work at a consultant firm but you’ll need a lot of experience in order to compete with others for clients. One way to rise above the rest is to specialise your expertise in one or more industries.
Overall, the work involves looking through your client’s needs, limitations and areas for improvement to provide strategies using IT to achieve business goals. On top of this, you’ll need to be able to review contracts as you negotiate working agreements with your clients.
Besides working with clients, you’ll also be collaborating with other IT professionals to design new systems, solutions and policies.
If you like delivering valuable ideas to others and work independently, a job as an information technology consultant will be highly satisfying for you!
JobOutlook: Same as IT Business Architect
#18: Cybersecurity Specialist
Some heroes wear capes while others wear “white hats”.
In other words, Cybersecurity Specialists are the deliverers of justice in the IT world. Cybersecurity specialists ensure IT security is in top-notch condition by analysing, planning, assessing and implementing security strategies. This works to guarantee there are no holes for threats such as hackers, viruses and malware.
Some tasks that you may carry out as a cybersecurity specialist include creating emergency plans, troubleshooting security problems, assess strategies (e.g. via exception testing, penetration tester) and recovering files that may have been manipulated or deleted. If you’re working in the forensic sector, you may even undertake cases involving hacking, fraud and cyber-bullying.
If you’re someone who aspires to make the online world a safer place, a cybersecurity specialist job will be highly rewarding for you!
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $1,932 per week with a very strong future growth rate.
Discover what it takes to become a Cyber Security Analyst here!
#19: Data Centre Technician
Inspired by the Guardians of the Galaxy?
Well, with an IT degree, you can work as a data centre technician who is basically the guardian of the company’s computer hardware networks and data servers. They keep company data safe by overseeing, repairing and updating systems, servers and equipment.
They also collaborate with colleagues to ensure that data is kept the way they want it to be while also providing technical help.
If you’re more of a hands-on person who doesn’t mind standing for long periods of time and carrying heavier stuff, a data centre technician can be quite a satisfying job for you as you get to help people along the way.
JobOutlook: Estimated earnings of $1,498 per week with a strong future growth rate.
#20: IT Support Technician
Do you like a support job that’s a bit more dynamic?
With an IT degree, you can work as an IT Support Technician who works in customer service to help customers with their inquiries and fix their concerns regarding products and services provided by the company. Tasks involve installing hardware and software, reviewing IT issues and configuring errors.
Everyone needs an IT support person, so you can work almost anywhere including healthcare, education and telecommunication areas! Even if you are working at a company, you can work in any department including sales, marketing, operations and more!
Each day is not the same in this job, so if you’re someone who likes to spice up your daily routine while also helping others, an information technology job as a support technician will be very interesting and valuable for you.
JobOutlook: Same as Data Centre Technician
And that’s 20 jobs you can do with a Bachelor of Information Technology!
There are so many different areas you can find yourself in and you aren’t limited to just this list. We hope this article has given you a taste of the wide variety of jobs that you can end up in with an Information Technology degree!
Kate Lynn Law graduated in 2017 with an all rounders HSC award and an ATAR of 97.65. Passionate about mentoring, she enjoys working with high school students to improve their academic, work and life skills in preparation for the HSC and what comes next. An avid blogger, Kate had administered a creative writing page for over 2000 people since 2013, writing to an international audience since her early teenage years.
