IT & Engineering jobs

Req ID: RQ218227 Type of Requisition: Temporary Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Interns Skills: Information Assurance,Security Information and Event Management (...
Req ID: RQ217562 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Data Science and Data Engineering Skills: Analytical Thinking,Big Data,Da...
Req ID: RQ217966 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Skills: Help Desk Administration,IT Help...
Req ID: RQ217601 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Skills: Cross Domain Solutions,C...
Req ID: RQ218115 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Network and Telecommunications Skills: Cisco Voice over IP,Video Engineer...
Req ID: RQ217943 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: SSBI (T5) Job Family: Program Delivery and Execution Skills: Copy Editing,Project Deliverables,Secti...
Req ID: RQ218223 Type of Requisition: Temporary Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Interns Skills: Information Assurance,Security Information and Event Management (...
Req ID: RQ218002 Type of Requisition: SCA Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: SCA Skills: Blueprints,Fabrication,Hand Tools Experience: 1 + years of related experi...
Req ID: RQ218217 Type of Requisition: Temporary Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Interns Skills: Problem Solving,Programming Languages,Statistical Analysis Techni...
Req ID: RQ218006 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software Engineering Skills: Java Tools,JCL,SQL Tools,Systems Development Experienc...
Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply"...
Summary This position is part of the Department of War (DoW), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will support sustainment of the Decision Advantage Platform environments, including system monitoring, troubleshoo...
Parker Hannifin At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support....
Job Duties Assists the Information Technology Director in ensuring technology is working as expected for the City's day-to-day operations. Setup, maintain, train on, and support end-user systems, equipment, department-sp...
Req ID: RQ217207 Type of Requisition: Temporary Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: NACI (T1) Job Family: Interns Skills: Information Assurance,Information Systems,Information System...
Req ID: RQ218221 Type of Requisition: Temporary Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Interns Skills: Information Assurance,Security Information and Event Management (...
Req ID: RQ218176 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software Engineering Skills: C++ Programming Language,Java,So...
Calling all innovators - find your future at Fiserv. We're Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations...
Calling all innovators - find your future at Fiserv. We're Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations...
Summary This is a full-time position with the Office of Information Technology at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Friday, 05/01/2026, 11:59 PM ET Please note that this vacancy has...
NY HELP No Agency Education Department, State Title Information Technology Specialist 4, Box PIMS-1089/01780 Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences Salary Grade 25 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scien...
Position summary: This is a 9-month faculty position within the Business & Information Technology Department. A full load consists of 15 contact hours, and 10 office hours. Expectations for this position include teac...
Req ID: RQ218147 Type of Requisition: SCA Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: SCA Skills: Account Management,Active Directory (AD),Customer Service,IT Troubles...
United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer / Administrator with strong experience in Cisco Networks and General System Administration, and...
United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer / Administrator with strong experience in Cisco Networks and General System Administration, and...
United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer / Administrator with strong experience in Cisco Networks and General System Administration, and...
United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer / Administrator with strong experience in Cisco Networks and General System Administration, and...
United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer / Administrator with strong experience in Cisco Networks and General System Administration, and...
United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer / Administrator with strong experience in Cisco Networks and General System Administration, and...
United States Suitability/Public Trust Fully remote Information Technology GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer / Administrator with strong experience in Cisco Networks and General System Administration, and...

1. What IT and Engineering Do (High Level)

Information Technology (IT)

  • Focuses on computing systems, software, networks, and data
  • Supports, builds, and secures digital infrastructure
  • Plays a key role in automation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation

Engineering

  • Applies math, science, and technical principles to design and build solutions
  • Covers both software and physical systems
  • Drives innovation in infrastructure, products, and technology

2. Common IT Jobs

Entry-Level / Early Career

  • IT Support Specialist / Help Desk Technician
  • Junior Software Developer
  • Systems Administrator (Junior)
  • QA Tester

Mid-Level Roles

  • Software Engineer / Developer
  • Network Engineer
  • Database Administrator
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Cloud Engineer

Senior / Leadership Roles

  • Senior Software Engineer
  • IT Manager
  • Solutions Architect
  • Director of IT
  • Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Key IT Skills

  • Programming (Python, Java, JavaScript, C#)
  • Networking & systems (Linux, Windows, TCP/IP)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Cybersecurity & compliance
  • Troubleshooting and automation

3. Common Engineering Jobs

Core Engineering Disciplines

  • Software Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering

Entry-Level / Early Career

  • Graduate Engineer / Junior Engineer
  • Engineering Technician
  • Design Engineer (Junior)

Mid-Level Roles

  • Project Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • Process Engineer
  • Quality Engineer

Senior / Leadership Roles

  • Senior Engineer / Principal Engineer
  • Engineering Manager
  • Director of Engineering
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Key Engineering Skills

  • Technical design & analysis
  • CAD and simulation tools
  • Problem-solving & critical thinking
  • Project management
  • Compliance and safety standards

4. Industries That Hire IT & Engineering Professionals

  • Technology & SaaS
  • Manufacturing & automotive
  • Construction & infrastructure
  • Energy & utilities
  • Healthcare & biotech
  • Aerospace & defense
  • Finance & fintech
  • Government & public sector

5. Career Growth & Pay Potential

  • Both fields offer strong job demand and competitive salaries
  • IT roles often evolve faster due to rapid tech changes
  • Engineering roles offer long-term specialization and leadership paths
  • Certifications (AWS, Cisco, PMP, PE) can boost earnings and mobility

6. Who Should Choose Which?

Choose IT if you enjoy:

  • Working with computers and software
  • Continuous learning and fast-changing tech
  • Automation, security, and data

Choose Engineering if you enjoy:

  • Designing and building solutions
  • Applying math and science
  • Working on tangible, real-world projects


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