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!
How do i create a software which is useful for hotels?
Q. I have good idea in hotel line so i want to create a accounts software how can i do it
A. The hotel industry is well catered for, so if I were you I'd move on. Their booking systems may look simple when you lean over the desk and catch a glimpse of the computer screen, but they are in fact one of the most complex database programs on earth, possibly developed by a team of 200 or more highly skilled programmers.
The program modules encompass bookings, forward bookings, tours, room usage, trends, accounting, staffing, catering, conferences, hall bookings, weddings and the list goes on. I'm not sure that you or anyone else will ever come up with a convincing reason for them to drop their Ten Thousand Dollar programs and change. There are plenty of other niche markets you could focus on, such as a very simple to use cashbook system for very small businesses such as the local butcher or cleaner. have a look on the Internet, you'll struggle to find one!
The program modules encompass bookings, forward bookings, tours, room usage, trends, accounting, staffing, catering, conferences, hall bookings, weddings and the list goes on. I'm not sure that you or anyone else will ever come up with a convincing reason for them to drop their Ten Thousand Dollar programs and change. There are plenty of other niche markets you could focus on, such as a very simple to use cashbook system for very small businesses such as the local butcher or cleaner. have a look on the Internet, you'll struggle to find one!
how do i become licensed and insured to assemble small furniture?
Q. I work at an office supply store and I want to start assembling furniture for customers on the side--just small desks and bookcases--things you would find at a place like IKEA.
A. I don't know of ANY state that requires a license to assemble furniture kits... You can check with your state's Sectretary of State.
If you are going to do this as a 'business' then you may need a business license with the city where you live, or plan to work.
For insurance... all you really need is liability insurance...which is usually based on how much your 'business' labor totals are. I think you will find that you probably do not want this type of insurance, as it can cost more than you will earn, assembling this kind of furniture. Unless you are actually doing something in the home to alter the electrical or plumbing... I wouldnt bother with it.... If I damaged the piece of furniture, I'd just replace it with another... that would be cheaper, in the long run, than paying for liablity insurance.
Liability insurance for a handy-man type service, usually has a minimum amount of insurance you can buy... usually around $100,000.... Now, as I said, if you are doing something to the home's electrical, or structure... or using tools that could damage the home, like torches, welders, etc.... then it would make sense to carry that kind of insurance.
Taxes! You will probably want to get an Employer Identification Number (EIN)... you can actually handle this over the phone, if dealing with the IRS, in the US. Doesnt cost anything.
Keep track of your start-up and business costs.... anything purchased in the first year can go towards start-up costs, and as such are 100% deductible. After the first year, you have to 'depreciate' all major purchases.
Quicken (just the regular package) is an excellent accounting software that will help you keep track of all your expenses... I also use Turbo Tax... and it will import the info from Quicken automatically... saving me a LOT of time, when it comes time to do the business taxes, lol. Unless you are a Contractor, or some such, that needs to quote a lot of bits, or estimates... do not bother with QuickBooks. Just the normal Quicken package will work just fine.
Good Luck!
If you are going to do this as a 'business' then you may need a business license with the city where you live, or plan to work.
For insurance... all you really need is liability insurance...which is usually based on how much your 'business' labor totals are. I think you will find that you probably do not want this type of insurance, as it can cost more than you will earn, assembling this kind of furniture. Unless you are actually doing something in the home to alter the electrical or plumbing... I wouldnt bother with it.... If I damaged the piece of furniture, I'd just replace it with another... that would be cheaper, in the long run, than paying for liablity insurance.
Liability insurance for a handy-man type service, usually has a minimum amount of insurance you can buy... usually around $100,000.... Now, as I said, if you are doing something to the home's electrical, or structure... or using tools that could damage the home, like torches, welders, etc.... then it would make sense to carry that kind of insurance.
Taxes! You will probably want to get an Employer Identification Number (EIN)... you can actually handle this over the phone, if dealing with the IRS, in the US. Doesnt cost anything.
Keep track of your start-up and business costs.... anything purchased in the first year can go towards start-up costs, and as such are 100% deductible. After the first year, you have to 'depreciate' all major purchases.
Quicken (just the regular package) is an excellent accounting software that will help you keep track of all your expenses... I also use Turbo Tax... and it will import the info from Quicken automatically... saving me a LOT of time, when it comes time to do the business taxes, lol. Unless you are a Contractor, or some such, that needs to quote a lot of bits, or estimates... do not bother with QuickBooks. Just the normal Quicken package will work just fine.
Good Luck!
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