The Skill(s) You Need in 2020 to Succeed!

The Skill(s) You Need in 2020 to Succeed!  Cloud computing  Cybersecurity  Application development and programming  Networking and wireless  Analytics and data management  Systems and enterprise architecture  Project management  AI and machine learning  Help desk and tech support  Virtualization 1. Cloud computing Cloud skills are in high demand, because it intersects with every other skill on this list; Also the highest salaries in IT cloud. Cloud is the ultimate enabler, opening new channels of revenue by leveraging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) & the Internet of Things (IoT), Data analytics, Networking, Project management & Cyber security, All have been Greatly influenced by cloud adoption. The public cloud services market is expected to grow 17.3% this year.1 There’s a Cloud skills shortage to fill cloud job vacancies. Three of the five top-paying IT certifications are cloud-based. 2. Cyber security Security is the top concern for a majority of organizations. 55% of consumers switch platforms/providers due to the threat of a data breach, &78% switch, if a breach impacted them directly Cyber attacks are escalating; As a result, companies are scrambling to hire Cyber Professionals. IT security is the most challenging hiring area for decision-makers. Cyber-certified professionals make nine percent more than the average IT professional. “This Global shortage of Cyber Security Professionals has created an in-demand market for anyone who wants to rise to the challenge and build career-advancing skill sets.” 3. Application Development & Programming Developer jobs are growing continuously & are forecast to grow by 31% and software developer jobs 24% by 2026.Overall, that’s more than 550,000 new developer jobs. Top programming languages like SQL, C#, Python and JavaScript are also some of the most mentioned skills amongst over one million job listings. 4. Networking and wireless The market for software-defined networks (SDN) is growing quickly, For those with an updated Networking skills, there certainly are opportunities for Advancement and Higher pay. Cisco is the market leader in Networking & wireless, & Cisco’s Routing and Switching Certifications are one of the most popular throughout IT. The SD-WAN market reached $833 million in 2017 and will balloon to $4.5 billion by 2022. 5. Analytics & Data Management Analytics & Data management are used in critical business decisions are made with data as the driving force. IT professionals with these skills are tasked with helping organizations solve problems and make more informed evaluations. IT professionals are needed desperately to manage the data growth. 6. Systems & Enterprise Architecture Systems & Enterprise Architecture Professionals are needed to ensure Legacy Programs & Procedures align with modern practices. It’s a highly complex role that requires a lot of planning and coordination with different departments. According to CompTIA only 34% of firms currently Build IT Architecture strategies beyond 12 months because it’s difficult to predict IT environment changes. It’s the Second Highest-paying IT functional area. 7. Project management There are a lot of roadblocks preventing projects from being completed on time and within budget. It’s a project manager’s job to create, communicate and execute a project strategy. Project managers ensure projects are highly visible to stakeholders. It’s a delicate balance, as critical skills aren’t always readily available. IDC believes that by 2020, 90% of all organizations will have adjusted project plans, delayed product/service releases, incurred costs or lost revenue because of lack of IT skills, with losses worldwide totaling $390 billion annually. Project Management Professional (PMP)/ Certified ScrumMaster, is one of the most important professional certifications. 8. AI (Artificial Intelligence) & Machine Learning 55% of IT Professionals worldwide are job overloaded. Enter Artificial Intelligence, which frees up employees to focus on more consequential responsibilities. AI and Machine Learning are key Investment areas for 2019-2020. Cloud migration has amplified the need for automation. With a majority of organizations shifting to the cloud, manual migration tasks have been automated to save time. 9. Service Desk & Tech support This particular skill set (service desk or tech support) is In-Demand due to the growing amount of Hardware & Software that organizations are utilizing & distributing. Technical support Professionals is the fourth most in-demand tech skill. 10. Virtualization Virtualization is a useful way to reduce IT Expenses & increase IT agility. This year it is the No. 6 Tech. Interest Area worldwide. VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V6.7] remains one of our most popular training courses.