IT & Engineering jobs

Req ID: RQ229128 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Skills: Information Technology Security,National Sec...
Hybrid Eligible Fisher-Bennett-English Dept Full time JR00128109 University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and in...
Working/Functional Title Junior Analyst Position Summary The College of Ag and Natural Resources (ANR) IT Technology Services delivers primary leadership and comprehensive IT support for the CANR through a collaborative...
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Business Analyst Partners with business functions to define, determine, analyze, document, and communicate the objectives, business requirements and priorities...
Summary In this position you will work as a member of the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC), IT Services Division. This position is located in MWEOC is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. The...
Summary In this position you will work as a member of the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC), IT Services Division. This position is located in MWEOC is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. The...
Description We are looking for an Information Technology Technician to support daily IT operations and asset coordination in Los Angeles, California. This Contract position focuses on maintaining organized hardware inven...
Summary This position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Information and Technology (OIT), Compliance, Risk, and Remediation (CRR), Data Breach Response Services (DBRS) serving as an IT Spec...
Req ID: RQ229011 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Data Science and Data Engineering Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI),Keras,Langua...
Req ID: RQ228779 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Data Science and Data Engineering Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI),Emerging T...
Req ID: RQ229159 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Skills: Ccna Networking (Inactive),Network Adminis...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
Req ID: RQ229220 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: Complex Systems,Hardware Systems...
Req ID: RQ228747 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: NACI (T1) Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Skills: Network Configurations,Networking,Net...
Req ID: RQ228151 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Data Science and Data Engineering Skills: Analytics,Big Data Engineering,Data Manag...
Req ID: RQ228977 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: NACI (T1) Job Family: Professional Engineering Skills: AI Prompting,Automation,PostgreSQL,SQL Query...
Req ID: RQ229216 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...
Req ID: RQ229120 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: Other Job Family: Software Engineering Skills: Agile Methodology,Agile Software Development,Software...
Req ID: RQ228374 Type of Requisition: Temporary Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Confidential Public Trust/Other Required: Other Job Family: Process and Operational Efficiency Skills: Agile Environments,Agile Meth...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
HarmonyTech is currently looking for a talented and self-motivated Collibra Platform Engineer with the ability to work in a challenging, consultative, and collaborative environment. The selected candidate will provide te...
Description SAIC is seeking an XT Task Lead / EA Task Lead / Data Task Lead to serve as the Primary Point of Contact (POC) for the DC3 Information Technology (XT) Directorate under the DC3 TABO Task Order. This is a form...
Job Title: Senior Principal Software Developer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...
About the role As a Senior Java Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications using Core Java, Python, PL/SQL, and microservices. You will work collaborative...

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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