IT & Engineering jobs

We are seeking an Associate Programmer Analyst II to join our team in Richardson, TX.
Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Emerging Technologies (Department of Business and Economics) FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT York College, founded in 1966, is a center of academic excellence in the heart of J...
Req ID: RQ228198 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Skills: Information Technolo...
Req ID: RQ228144 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Skills: Analytical Thinking,Client Billings,Cloud...
Req ID: RQ228159 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: CI/CD,Git,Python (Programming La...
Req ID: RQ228167 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: CI/CD,Git,Python (Programming La...
Req ID: RQ228169 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Data Science and Data Engineering Skills: AI Agents,AI Ops,AI...
Req ID: RQ228241 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: Information Technology (IT),Micr...
Summary WHAT IS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s): IT - Infrastructure Te...
Summary This position is located with Business Operations, Chief Information Office. The Chief Information Office (CIO) develops and manages the Information Technology (IT) systems, applications, operating environments,...
What You Will Do Join the Chief Information Office (IT Organization)! We are seeking energetic graduate students to support the Laboratory's I&T environment. The IT organization provides direct support to both unclas...
Summary This position is located with the Chief Information Office. Incumbent leads by example in defining an organizational culture to ensure that all employees, partners, and stakeholders are treated with respect and c...
Summary This position is located with the Chief Information Office. Incumbent leads by example in defining a customer service culture to ensure that whenever possible the CIO staff cultivates partnerships with customers...
Summary This position is located in Business Operations, Chief Information Office (CIO). CIO oversees the Forest Service's information technology and resources to support mission priorities. The role emphasizes strong cu...
Summary This position is located in the Chief Information Office. The Chief Information Office (CIO) manages the Information Resources environment for the Forest Service. This staff is responsible for facilitating the co...
Location: East Chicago, IN Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation and sustainability. We...
Location: Cleveland, OH Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation and sustainability. We of...
Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for an Information Technology (IT) Analyst to join our Phoenix, AZ office! This is an in-office position. Responsibilities In this role, you will collaborate with both local and region-wid...
Location: West Chester, OH Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation and sustainability. We...
Req ID: RQ227893 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Skills: Communication,Critical Systems,Disaster...
Job No: 543667 Work Type: Full-time Location: PHOENIX Categories: Information Technology/Services,Research,Program Management,Misc/Other/Not Applicable AHCCCS Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System The Arizona Healt...
Experience Required None Minimum Education Required High School Diploma or Equivalent Compensation $25.00 - $45.00 / Hourly Hours Per Week 40 Number Of Positions 1 Shift First Shift (Day) Job Description Surveys CADD Tec...
Experience Required None Minimum Education Required High School Diploma or Equivalent Compensation $25.00 - $45.00 / Hourly Hours Per Week 40 Number Of Positions 1 Shift First Shift (Day) Job Description Surveys CADD Tec...
In Some Jobs You Take Orders. In This One, You Write History. Join the healthcare information technology team that's turning drug and medical device data into knowledge used by thousands of hospitals; the majority of U.S...
Job Title: Software Developer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Continenta...
Working/Functional Title Security Analyst II Position Summary Reporting to and supporting the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager, the Security Analyst II plays a key role in implementing MSU's cybersecurity g...
Job Title: Azure IaaS Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Travel: None The Oppor...
Job Title: AVD (Azure Virtual Desktop) Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Trave...
Job Title: Senior AWS Full Stack Engineer Location: Knoxville, TN, Columbia SC or Lafayette, LA or Birmingham, AL Description: Senior AWS Full Stack Engineer to join a team supporting enterprise applications within the f...
Job Title: Linux Systems Engineer (VM & Cloud Operations) Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Trav...

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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