{"id":2651,"date":"2021-11-29T05:57:09","date_gmt":"2021-11-29T05:57:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cn7w3i4565-staging.onrocket.site\/?p=2651"},"modified":"2021-11-29T05:57:09","modified_gmt":"2021-11-29T05:57:09","slug":"entry-level-it-jobs-for-tech-graduates-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/entry-level-it-jobs-for-tech-graduates-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Entry-level IT jobs for tech graduates 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We live in a world that seems to thrive on technological advancements. Because the emphasis on IT jobs is greater than it has ever been, isn\u2019t it time to rethink the future of your career? <a href=\"http:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\">Adzuna<\/a> did some research and uncovered some of the best entry-level IT jobs for tech pros of the future. From support to programming. These opportunities can equip you with all the right skills you\u2019ll need to excel in our rapidly growing digital world. Read on to find out just how far you can leap!<\/p>\n<h2>Top entry-level IT jobs for 2022<\/h2>\n<h3>Desktop Support Technician<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Opportunities from here:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Systems Administrator<\/li>\n<li>Network Management Specialist<\/li>\n<li>Business Analyst<\/li>\n<li>Data Centre Operator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to get started:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A good foundation to have for becoming a desktop support technician is a bachelor\u2019s degree in Information Technology. You can also get in with a minimum of 5 C-grade GCSEs and a deep passion for solving problems within a fast-paced environment. After that, it\u2019s good to equip yourself with certifications like a Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) and CompTIA A+ so you\u2019ll gain insights into the different facets of the business and take the leap to a role like a business analyst.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/11\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"&#x1f4a1;\" \/> Average salary:<\/strong> R207,819 per year<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/developer-3461405_1280.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2653\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/developer-3461405_1280-1024x682.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/developer-3461405_1280-1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/developer-3461405_1280-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/developer-3461405_1280-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/developer-3461405_1280.png 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Junior Systems Administrator<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Opportunities from here:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Senior Systems Administrator<\/li>\n<li>Technical Lead<\/li>\n<li>IT Management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to get started:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A good start for a systems administrator is a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. You also need to show a keen interest in network technology. Additionally, you need a passion for keeping up to date with new tech trends. Moreover, a drive to figure things out will ensure that you keep learning from your mistakes to help you prepare for the challenges that lie ahead. Keep equipping yourself with skills like Cisco\u2019s CCNA and administrative languages like Python, Ruby, Windows PowerShell, and Perl, and you\u2019ll be able to take the leap to Technical Lead Roles within IT management.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/11\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"&#x1f4a1;\" \/> Average salary:<\/strong> R220,000 per year<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Junior Software Engineer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Opportunities from here:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Java Developer<\/li>\n<li>Information Technology Consultant<\/li>\n<li>Information Technology Architect<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to get started:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Firstly, you\u2019ll need a Computer Science or Mathematics bachelor&#8217;s degree to get started as a software engineer. Secondly, a great understanding of computer languages like, for instance, Java, C++, Oracle, .NET and a passion for creating new technologies are great to have. The opportunities for growth here are endless as long as you\u2019re able to master a multitude of programming languages and get certified for it. Once you\u2019re into the swing of things and have a few years of experience, you can take the leap to bigger roles like that of an IT Architect or Java Developer.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/11\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"&#x1f4a1;\" \/> Average salary:<\/strong> R230,000\u00a0 per year<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/web-1935737_1280.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/web-1935737_1280-1024x477.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/web-1935737_1280-1024x477.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/web-1935737_1280-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/web-1935737_1280-768x358.png 768w, https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/web-1935737_1280.png 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Junior Business Analyst<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Opportunities from here:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Business Architect<\/li>\n<li>Business Analyst Consultant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to get started:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Analysis, Business Management, or Computer Science can help you get one foot in the door to become a business analyst. However, you also need a varied set of skills. These include communication, problem-solving, negotiating skills, and a hunger for accepting new challenges. Together with some experience and on-the-job training, you can take the leap and become a Business Architect or Business Analyst Consultant.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/11\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"&#x1f4a1;\" \/> Average salary: <\/strong>R340,000 per year<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Concluding Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>As you might know, it is essential to arm yourself with a few basic skills if you want to kick off a junior IT career. The four options we\u2019ve listed here today are just a few picks that can pave the way to a long and successful IT career. But it is important to always keep upskilling yourself. This way, you\u2019ll stay relevant in your field of work! If you\u2019re ready to show the world of IT what you\u2019re made of, head over to Adzuna\u2019s listings right now and start browsing<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/browse\/it-jobs\"> vacancies<\/a> that match your skills and experience!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We live in a world that seems to thrive on technological advancements. Because the emphasis on IT jobs is greater than it has ever been, isn\u2019t it time to rethink the future of your career? Adzuna did some research and uncovered some of the best entry-level IT jobs for tech pros of the future. From<a class=\"moretag\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/entry-level-it-jobs-for-tech-graduates-2022\/\"> Continued \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":2652,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[146,393],"tags":[471],"class_list":["post-2651","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-career-advice","category-dream-job","tag-featured"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2651","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/27"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2651"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2651\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2652"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2651"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2651"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2651"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}