Q. Obviously, there are "traditional" jobs for people graduating with a BA in Computer Science, such as jobs as a software engineer. I'm wondering - what types of "non-traditional" jobs are there for Computer Science BAs willing to get a graduate degree, either in computer science or another field?
A. The obvious CS degree jobs are programming related but there are many other IT jobs like these:
Computer Technician - Works on computer hardware at user location or in service center. (entry level IT Job)
Service Center Coordinator - Schedules the repair of user community computers, orders spare parts, schedules staff, establishes priorities, maintains loaner laptops and non-US laptops for travel outside of US.
Help Desk Staff - answer questions and resolve problems for the user community. (entry level IT Job - Tier 1 support)
Storage Administrator - in charge of mass storage servers and devices.
Network Administrator - Works on routers, switches, hubs, cables, load balancers and all the other hardware that handles LAN and WAN network traffic. Also, may be responsible for IP phone service.
Systems Administrator or Systems Engineer- Works with servers, laptops and desktop computers to keep them free of problems and secure the data they contain. Responsible for Security group creation and memberships, server patching, anti-virus protection updates, password changes and any automated mechanisms that make these changes. These positions may be divided into server and desktop teams. Tier 2 support.
Enterprise Administrator - Handles Enterprise support and design issues. Tier 3 support.
Active Directory Administrator - Designs and administers Active Directory infrastructure, AD policies, access permissions, roles, group policies, separation of duties.
Exchange and Messaging Administrator - maintains mail systems servers, other mail related devices and the company messaging infrastructure.
Backup Administrator - Maintains backup devices and determines backup strategies so data that was deleted accidentally or intentionally can be recovered. Design and control how and when data is backed up, where the backups are stored and how long the backups are retained. They will test to be sure backups are valid and usable.
Disaster Recovery Specialist - Plans for disaster events so the company data and infrastructure can be brought back online as quickly as possible after a fire, flood, earthquake, terrorism or other disaster event. Plans for failover of services to alternate locations, if the primary location is not available.
Database Administrator - Maintains the company databases which may include customer and sales records, billing information, inventory and other data.
Computing Security Specialist - A company's biggest asset is its data and the Computing Security Specialist will work to try to keep that data protected from loss. They may be dealing with and defending against viruses, hoaxes, malware, keyloggers, phishing attacks, internal attacks and domestic and foreign intrusion. Develops monitoring and interception systems, filters and strategies and works with appropriate government agencies.
Ethical Hacker â performs intrusion and vulnerability testing of systems. Works with Computing Security to insure intrusion prevention systems are working correctly.
Corporate IT Acquisition Specialist - Works with acquired outside companies to establish migration into the corporate computing infrastructure.
Data Center Administrator - Maintains the data center facilities where the company's servers and other devices reside. They are responsible for physical security and may review badge reader and camera information to be sure that only individuals with proper access are getting close to the company's servers and other critical devices. Also, maintain backup power devices (UPS or generators).
In a small business the list of jobs above might be performed by one or two people doing all these jobs. In a large Enterprise environment this could be hundreds of people.
Computer Technician, Service Center Coordinator, Help Desk Staff, Storage Administrator, Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, Systems Engineer, Enterprise Administrator, Active Directory Administrator, Exchange and Messaging Administrator, Backup Administrator, Disaster Recovery Specialist, Database Administrator, Computing Security Specialist, Corporate IT Acquisition Specialist and Data Center Administrator, just to name a few.
In a small business the list above might be one or two people doing all these jobs. In a large Enterprise environment this could be hundreds of people.
Best wishes!
Computer Technician - Works on computer hardware at user location or in service center. (entry level IT Job)
Service Center Coordinator - Schedules the repair of user community computers, orders spare parts, schedules staff, establishes priorities, maintains loaner laptops and non-US laptops for travel outside of US.
Help Desk Staff - answer questions and resolve problems for the user community. (entry level IT Job - Tier 1 support)
Storage Administrator - in charge of mass storage servers and devices.
Network Administrator - Works on routers, switches, hubs, cables, load balancers and all the other hardware that handles LAN and WAN network traffic. Also, may be responsible for IP phone service.
Systems Administrator or Systems Engineer- Works with servers, laptops and desktop computers to keep them free of problems and secure the data they contain. Responsible for Security group creation and memberships, server patching, anti-virus protection updates, password changes and any automated mechanisms that make these changes. These positions may be divided into server and desktop teams. Tier 2 support.
Enterprise Administrator - Handles Enterprise support and design issues. Tier 3 support.
Active Directory Administrator - Designs and administers Active Directory infrastructure, AD policies, access permissions, roles, group policies, separation of duties.
Exchange and Messaging Administrator - maintains mail systems servers, other mail related devices and the company messaging infrastructure.
Backup Administrator - Maintains backup devices and determines backup strategies so data that was deleted accidentally or intentionally can be recovered. Design and control how and when data is backed up, where the backups are stored and how long the backups are retained. They will test to be sure backups are valid and usable.
Disaster Recovery Specialist - Plans for disaster events so the company data and infrastructure can be brought back online as quickly as possible after a fire, flood, earthquake, terrorism or other disaster event. Plans for failover of services to alternate locations, if the primary location is not available.
Database Administrator - Maintains the company databases which may include customer and sales records, billing information, inventory and other data.
Computing Security Specialist - A company's biggest asset is its data and the Computing Security Specialist will work to try to keep that data protected from loss. They may be dealing with and defending against viruses, hoaxes, malware, keyloggers, phishing attacks, internal attacks and domestic and foreign intrusion. Develops monitoring and interception systems, filters and strategies and works with appropriate government agencies.
Ethical Hacker â performs intrusion and vulnerability testing of systems. Works with Computing Security to insure intrusion prevention systems are working correctly.
Corporate IT Acquisition Specialist - Works with acquired outside companies to establish migration into the corporate computing infrastructure.
Data Center Administrator - Maintains the data center facilities where the company's servers and other devices reside. They are responsible for physical security and may review badge reader and camera information to be sure that only individuals with proper access are getting close to the company's servers and other critical devices. Also, maintain backup power devices (UPS or generators).
In a small business the list of jobs above might be performed by one or two people doing all these jobs. In a large Enterprise environment this could be hundreds of people.
Computer Technician, Service Center Coordinator, Help Desk Staff, Storage Administrator, Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, Systems Engineer, Enterprise Administrator, Active Directory Administrator, Exchange and Messaging Administrator, Backup Administrator, Disaster Recovery Specialist, Database Administrator, Computing Security Specialist, Corporate IT Acquisition Specialist and Data Center Administrator, just to name a few.
In a small business the list above might be one or two people doing all these jobs. In a large Enterprise environment this could be hundreds of people.
Best wishes!
what is a good help desk tracking system?
Q. My company and I are looking for a reliable help desk tracking software. We wanted to be webbased, easy to use for end users, asset management, able to assign tickets and to have a report builder.
Thanks!!
Thanks!!
A. Hi,
I'm also looking for the same sort of help desk tracking system which is free and open source. So far, I found this site to be the best. http://www.helpdeskreloaded.com/
Their demo system can be accessed from http://www.demohelpdesk.com/index.php
Check it out. Hope it helps.
For more enterprise software listing, check out http://www.wareprise.com
I'm also looking for the same sort of help desk tracking system which is free and open source. So far, I found this site to be the best. http://www.helpdeskreloaded.com/
Their demo system can be accessed from http://www.demohelpdesk.com/index.php
Check it out. Hope it helps.
For more enterprise software listing, check out http://www.wareprise.com
How can i get loan with ease to finance a business in another country?
Q. This business which is surely going to be a success is to be esterblished and operated in another country, how can i get loan from the United states to finance this business. Right now, i don't have any money of mine that i can commit to this business. i would need about $5 million to start. I live in New Jersey,U.S
A. This is a very curious question, I'm not sure if I understand it,
but I can tell you a few hints to consider:
First of all 5 million dollars is a considerable sum of money, and most lenders that I know of would want heavy collateral and
assurances of making sure their money would be paid back with interest.
You would have to show that you are permanently employed, you have at least 30% disposable income to be available, you would have to show the strengths or possibilites of your business venture, from top to bottom, they would have to know the politics of the country you intend to work out of, the exchange rate of the US dollar which changes daily. potential trouble spots that may
come about as a country might nationalize all its assets, and that
includes private business and property, and other confiscations.
The stability of the government in which you intend to do business in and with (you will have to pay their business taxes)
Your lender would ask you such questions as:
If I grant you the money how can you assure me you will repay it within an agreed upon contractual time limit?
Exactly what is the product or service you will be selling?
Have you done a marketing analysis to assure us there is a market for your product or service?
Do you intend to make or buy at wholesale levels?
Will there be inventories to maintain?
What about transportation if needed? USPS/UPS/FEDEX/DHL?
What modes of advertisement do you wish to use?
What do you intend to do to stay away from undercapitalization?
Once in business, what are the possibilities of going broke, or declaring bankruptcy?
Do you intend to use full information technology(IT) management
aids?
Cell phones, printers, MP3s, Ipods, PDAs, main frame computers, lap tops and desk top computers? FAX?
Software costs associated with all IT users, what would be your plan in that department?
See, the lender will require a master plan laid out clear and proper to be able to see what you got, and then decide accordingly.
If you fall short on any of this criteria, the lender migh become
skiddish, and turn down your request for financing.
But these items I have laid out cover the lion's share of questions
you can expect to answer, when the lender comes to call.
Thats my message, good luck.
Donald H. Sites
sueanddon350@sbcglobal.net
but I can tell you a few hints to consider:
First of all 5 million dollars is a considerable sum of money, and most lenders that I know of would want heavy collateral and
assurances of making sure their money would be paid back with interest.
You would have to show that you are permanently employed, you have at least 30% disposable income to be available, you would have to show the strengths or possibilites of your business venture, from top to bottom, they would have to know the politics of the country you intend to work out of, the exchange rate of the US dollar which changes daily. potential trouble spots that may
come about as a country might nationalize all its assets, and that
includes private business and property, and other confiscations.
The stability of the government in which you intend to do business in and with (you will have to pay their business taxes)
Your lender would ask you such questions as:
If I grant you the money how can you assure me you will repay it within an agreed upon contractual time limit?
Exactly what is the product or service you will be selling?
Have you done a marketing analysis to assure us there is a market for your product or service?
Do you intend to make or buy at wholesale levels?
Will there be inventories to maintain?
What about transportation if needed? USPS/UPS/FEDEX/DHL?
What modes of advertisement do you wish to use?
What do you intend to do to stay away from undercapitalization?
Once in business, what are the possibilities of going broke, or declaring bankruptcy?
Do you intend to use full information technology(IT) management
aids?
Cell phones, printers, MP3s, Ipods, PDAs, main frame computers, lap tops and desk top computers? FAX?
Software costs associated with all IT users, what would be your plan in that department?
See, the lender will require a master plan laid out clear and proper to be able to see what you got, and then decide accordingly.
If you fall short on any of this criteria, the lender migh become
skiddish, and turn down your request for financing.
But these items I have laid out cover the lion's share of questions
you can expect to answer, when the lender comes to call.
Thats my message, good luck.
Donald H. Sites
sueanddon350@sbcglobal.net
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