Job Opportunities

Information Technology Specialists

Information Technology Specialists earn varying wages based on their experience level. Entry-level positions typically offer approximately $12.90 per hour, while experienced professionals can earn up to $33.90 per hour.

Sector: Information Technology

About the Job:

Computer User Support Specialists provide technical assistance to computer users. They answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. Their assistance may cover the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

Education & Training Requirements:

To qualify for positions in this field, educational requirements can vary; some roles may require a bachelor's degree, while others may accept an associate degree or a postsecondary certificate. Holding industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) can significantly enhance job prospects. Additionally, having prior work-related skills, knowledge, or experience is considered beneficial and can improve employability in competitive job markets.

Where Are the Jobs in Mississippi:

Computer User Support Specialists are employed across various sectors in Mississippi.

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Copiah-Lincoln Community College

Cybersecurity & Networking Technology

The increasing dependence on technology ensures a growing demand for qualified Information Technology graduates. The Cybersecurity & Networking Technology program on the Wesson Campus is a two-year program that will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain employment as a network administrator, computer support specialist, or computer technician. The program provides training in the design, creation, and maintenance of a local area network.

Network administrators typically perform tasks such as adding and deleting network users, backing up the network server, loading software applications, providing printing services, maintaining network security, and general network troubleshooting. An Associate in Applied Science degree is earned upon successful completion of the Computer Networking Technology curriculum.

East Central Community College

Information Systems Technology

Information Systems Technology offers training in network administration, network security, and client/server systems. Employment opportunities vary in different careers such as PC/network technician, network administrator, computer consultants, and network security analysts.

Many industries such as financial institutions, hospitals, manufacturing, retail, state and local governments, and small businesses hire qualified IT graduates in their respective fields.

While enrolled in the Information Systems option at ECCC, students will have the opportunity to earn the following certifications: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+.

East Mississippi Community College

Computer Networking Technology

East Mississippi Community College is proud to offer an Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Networking Technology on our Golden Triangle Campus. This program is a certified Cisco Networking Academy program as well as an approved CompTIA Academy. New students can begin this course of study in either the Fall or Spring semester. Coursework focuses on the principles of designing, building, and maintaining networks. Specific areas of study include evaluating protocols, operating systems, hardware components, networking devices, and software tools to make a network run efficiently.

Hinds Community College

Computer Networking Technology

Our Computer Networking Technology program is a two-year curriculum that offers training in network technologies, network administration, maintenance, and network operating systems. You will learn how to create, install, and maintain local area networks, understand protocols and hardware environments used to access and transfer large quantities of data, and gain experience in different network environments using the latest network technologies.

Holmes Community College

Information Systems Technology

The Computer Networking Technology degree prepares students to work in the areas of network setup, computer maintenance, and system support. This program prepares students for the CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Cisco, and Microsoft certifications.

The Computer Programming pathway is a program which offers training in the design of coding and testing of business applications, network management, and computer system operations.

Itawamba Community College

Information Systems Technology

The Information Systems Technology – Computer Networking Technology option offers training in telecommunications, network technologies, network security, administration, hardware maintenance, operating systems and network planning and implementation. Information Systems Technology – Computer Networking graduates will have opportunities for employment as computer support specialists, network technicians and network managers or administrators. Upon completion of the two-year curriculum, the student will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Systems Technology – Computer Networking. Successful completion of 30 hours in the selected discipline entitles the individual to receive a Career Certificate.

Jones College

Information Systems Technology

The Information Systems Technology (IST) department offers technical programs, leading to associate degrees or certifications, designed to develop marketable skills and promote economic development.

Students entering Information Systems Technology may choose a Computer Networking Technology option or a Web and Programming Technology option. The IST department at Jones College has partnerships and affiliations with national vendors such as Cisco Systems and Microsoft. The Web and Programming technology option is a two-year program which offers training in the design, coding, and testing of websites, e-commerce development, server administration, graphics manipulation, Internet programming, and database interaction.

This option offers training in desktop, web, and mobile application development. The curriculum teaches students skills such as Visual Basic, PHP, ASP.Net, JavaScript, “C”, Mobile, HTML, CSS, and SQL. Also, students are prepared to earn their IC3, CIW, CompTIA’s A+, and programming language certifications.

The Computer Networking option is a two-year program which offers training in hardware, operating systems, network design, network administration and client/server systems. The curriculum offers students the education needed to earn IC3 certifications, Cisco’s CCNA certification, Microsoft’s MCP certification, and CompTIA’s A+, Network+, Security+, and Linux+ certifications.

Mississippi Delta Community College

Computer Networking Technology

The Computer Networking Technology option offers training in telecommunications, network technologies, administration, hardware maintenance, operating systems and network planning, and implementation. Computer Networking Technology graduates will have opportunities for employment as computer support specialists, network technicians, and network managers or administrators. The curriculum for CNT is based upon data as collected from curricula guides, input from business, and a revision team.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

IT Specialist Technology

Get the skills and expertise required to work as a computer or IT support specialist! You’ll be working to improve the lives of workers by supporting the technology they use every day.

MGCCC’s IT Specialist Technology program prepares students to install, maintain, and service PC hardware and mobile IT systems as well as diagnose operational problems in these systems arising from software, mechanical, or electrical malfunctions.

In addition to PC and mobile support, further emphasis is placed on support of computer networks, server maintenance, and cloud technologies.

The program curriculum is mapped to CompTIA’s A+ certification objectives.

This program leads to an Associate of Applied Science Degree and is preparatory for employment upon graduation from MGCCC.

Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northwest Mississippi Community College

Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology

Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individuals to manufacture metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, milling machines, and Computer Numerical Control equipment. Entry into the postsecondary program is based upon mastery of Baseline Competencies which are taught in the secondary programs. Students who do not possess such skills must complete additional coursework in order to graduate from the program.

Southwest Mississippi Community College

Computer Networking Technology

The Computer Networking Technology program contains a broad set of computer science courses and training including telecom, computer hardware, software, troubleshooting, upgrades, repair, networks, routing, switching, wireless, mobile devices, programming languages, IT Security, database design and more. Employment opportunities for graduates are found in every industry around the world. An IST career is a rewarding field.

An IST graduate is awarded an Associate of Applied Science degree and have the opportunity to earn CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications.