Where Are All the Qualified IT Workers?
Where Are All the Qualified IT Workers?
Organizations plan to hire more tech experts, but many are struggling to find talent with specialized skills in cloud computing, data analytics and security.
Expanding View
21% of U.S. CIOs plan to increase IT department staffing.
Cautious Position
63% plan to hire only for open IT positions, and 13% are putting hiring plans on hold.
Small Sample
Just 3% plan to cut IT staffing.
Rare Talent
61% said it’s either “somewhat” or “very” challenging to find skilled IT pros today.
Most In-Demand Tech Skills
Network administration: 57%, Desktop Support: 55%, Database management: 53%
Five Hiring Hotspots for IT: Minneapolis
29% of CIOs in Minneapolis/Twin Cities plan to boost tech department staffing, and only 3% plan to reduce IT staffing.
Five Hiring Hotspots for IT: Indianapolis
27% of CIOs in Indianapolis intend to expand IT staffing, while just 3% said they’ll cut staffing.
Five Hiring Hotspots for IT: Detroit
26% of CIOs in Detroit said they’ll expand IT staffing, with only 4% intending to reduce staffing.
Five Hiring Hotspots for IT: Raleigh
24% of CIOs in Raleigh indicate that they’ll be adding more staff, and just 2% plan to cut staffing.
Five Hiring Hotspots for IT: Washington, D.C.
23% of CIOs in Washington, D.C., plan to increase staffing, and only 2% intend to reduce staff.