IT Careers

IT Technician

Implements fixes to devices, often overlapping heavily with Help Desk and IT Support Specialist. Duties focus on hands-on work, such as installing or replacing hardware, configuring devices, and  network maintenance. 


Entry-Level Salary: $33,300 – $51,400 
Median National Salary: ~$47,611 (for Connecticut) 

Web Developer

Focuses on building, maintaining, and enhancing websites and web applications. Responsibilities include writing code, meeting with clients/management, creating applications, and testing for bugs. They typically specialize in Front-End, Back-End, or Full-Stack. 


Entry-Level Salary: $50,000 – $70,000 
Median National Salary: ~$67,416 

Software Engineer

Creating, modifying, and testing code and scripts; building networks and operating systems for applications; using scientific analysis to design systems. 


Entry-Level Salary: $65,000 – $120,000
Median National Salary: ~$120,000 

Network Technician

Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots a company's Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN). They focus on hardware like switches, routers, and cabling, and ensure uninterrupted connectivity and security. 


Entry-Level Salary: $47,000 – $60,500
Median National Salary: ~$55,420

(Pay varies by personal experience, job position, and location)