The field of computer science and information technology is one of the most in-demand fields of employment today. The Federal Government projects a 22% increase in the total number of jobs between now and 2020. The trend is expected to continue.

Industry experts say public and private sector employers are looking for qualified individuals to work as web developers, security analysts, network administrators, IT support specialists and other specialized IT-related jobs.

College graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge in information technology can have numerous job opportunities. The demand is widespread.

However, the fact is that America’s colleges and universities are not preparing enough people to fill vacancies. Evidence that employers are having difficulty finding qualified Americans to work in computer-related occupations can be found in the continued demand for H-1B visas for foreign workers.

The Brookings Institution reports that American companies continue to face a shortage of available workers in the fields of science and technology. Computer occupations continue to be among the job classifications for which H-1B visas are sought. Brookings recommends that the federal government immediately adjust the limits so that employment needs by region can be filled as quickly as possible. The Institute further suggests that the fees charged to apply for the H-1B visa be spent on programs that train American workers in the high-demand occupations that are currently being filled by workers from other countries.

Cisco, a major global networking company, confirms that the demand for skilled workers outstrips supply. Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn, vice president and general manager of Learning at Cisco, recently said in a Forbes magazine article, “Absolutely, there is a skills gap in IT. It’s where the jobs will be in the future.”

William Kamela, senior director of education and workforce at Microsoft’s Office of Legal and Corporate Affairs, said, “Nationally, there are about 40,000 computer science graduates a year, but the nation needs 122,000.” Kazmela adds, “Microsoft can’t find enough people to fill all their positions.”

The demand for information technology workers is high and compensation for information technology workers is above average. Modern society and economies are literally powered by computer technology. Hundreds of thousands of information specialists are needed to make it work.

There seems to be a serious disconnect between the demand for employment, educational institutions and students. An education leader says, “The education system in the US has failed to address the demand for employment. School administrators talk badly but ignore reality. The existing college curriculum tends to be too broad. Students have to take responsibility and learn about career opportunities. Most schools avoid doing this. A person who gains the information technology skills and knowledge that are in demand can be recession-proof for their future. Heaven is heaven. limit”.

The facts confirm that the US has a shortage of skilled information technology workers. The demand for such workers is strong. Industry leaders continue to complain that qualified workers are hard to find. Universities and colleges are failing to meet the demand. Information technology job opportunities are plentiful.