Computer & IT Careers
Top Skills Required
- Java
- SQL
- Oracle
- Microsoft C#
- Linux
Top Technical Certifications
- IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
- Project Management Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security
- Professional (CISSP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified A+ Technician
Did You Know?
Many Northeast Ohio computer companies are eliminating a bachelor’s degree requirement in favor of finding candidates with relevant skills and experience.

Computer and IT Top Occupations and Emerging Careers
Click on the jobs below to explore salaries and education requirements. The Top Emerging Careers have been identified as emerging by industry leaders in Northeast Ohio.
Top Occupations: Computer & IT
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Total Job Demand 2019
5,067
Median Annual Salary
$79,155
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s
Minimum Education Required
Skills Training
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Total Job Demand 2019
460
Median Annual Salary
$66,235
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s DegreeMinimum Education Requested
Skills Training -
Total Job Demand 2019
879
Median Annual Salary
$53,560
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s
Minimum Education Required
Skills Training
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Total Job Demand 2019
715
Median Annual Salary
$78,165
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s
Minimum Education Required
Skills Training
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Total Job Demand 2019
591
Median Annual Salary
$86,384
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s
Minimum Education Required
Skills Training
Top Emerging Careers: Computer & IT
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Median Annual Salary
$98,838
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s
Minimum Education Required
Skills Training
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Median Annual Salary
$114,091
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s
Minimum Education Required
Skills Training
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Median Annual Salary
$86,384
Minimum Education Preferred
Bachelor’s
Minimum Education Required
Skills Training