Does anyone work in the IT field?

[SilverNitr8]

Ever consider IT Consulting? I've been with Accenture for 10+ years, started as an analyst and learned different things like code deployment, then release management/pmo, functional designer and functional tester. Eventually you learn about software delivery life cycle. From requirements to production. One thing I can say that's good about IT consulting is that you go from project to project and learn different things until you find what you like then start concentrating your skills as you move up the chain. I started as an analyst and I'm a manager now. Out of everything I experienced in consulting, I like being a Business Architect/Functional Business Analyst the most. I basically gather requirements and design the system's functionality. I don't code, but I do have to learn about different technologies that can be applied to solve problems like AWS, Salesforce, JSON, EFT, etc. The most rewarding in my job I would say is that when all is said and done, it's my design that is out there in the real world being used by millions of people.

 

[monusa]

Thank you! Very good input!

Always glad to pass on info to anyone who asks....

The greatest way to learn is to be open to the possibility that *gasp* I can be wrong about something

My advice may be ok but this is SPOT ON in IT!!!!! Of course, you want to make sure that if there are any doubts about a decision, you are in a "test" environment....LOL. A lot of people get into IT with a very big "ego" on their shoulder only to find out when they hit "<ENTER>, they just sent a command to the CORE switch on their company's network effectively "deleting" ALL VLANS and now, the business just came to a screeching halt..............

Guy and ego are long gone....... this was a fictitious account but could very well happen if not sure of what you are doing in a full-on "production" environment. NEVER STOP LEARNING!!!!

After nearly 20 yrs in the profession, I constantly still look to learn something new.....hazards of the job

 

[WRXtoStingerGT]

Ever consider IT Consulting? I've been with Accenture for 10+ years, started as an analyst and learned different things like code deployment, then release management/pmo, functional designer and functional tester. Eventually you learn about software delivery life cycle. From requirements to production. One thing I can say that's good about IT consulting is that you go from project to project and learn different things until you find what you like then start concentrating your skills as you move up the chain. I started as an analyst and I'm a manager now. Out of everything I experienced in consulting, I like being a Business Architect/Functional Business Analyst the most. I basically gather requirements and design the system's functionality. I don't code, but I do have to learn about different technologies that can be applied to solve problems like AWS, Salesforce, JSON, EFT, etc. The most rewarding in my job I would say is that when all is said and done, it's my design that is out there in the real world being used by millions of people.

I have a friend who moved into consulting and he says he loves it. I love talking to people and explaining things so I could see that in my future. I do like the idea of working on different tasks/assignments and learning a broader range of information. I genuinely enjoy learning new stuff; even if I find a lot of the IT concepts a bit tricky haha! That does sound very impressive and exciting with what you do! Funny enough I used Salesforce when I worked for Tesla but never of course designed anything from the programmer/developer side of things. What type/kind of analyst did you start as? I'm glad to hear you enjoy it and are proud to see your work being used. I am sure that is a very good feeling!

Always glad to pass on info to anyone who asks....


My advice may be ok but this is SPOT ON in IT!!!!! Of course, you want to make sure that if there are any doubts about a decision, you are in a "test" environment....LOL. A lot of people get into IT with a very big "ego" on their shoulder only to find out when they hit "<ENTER>, they just sent a command to the CORE switch on their company's network effectively "deleting" ALL VLANS and now, the business just came to a screeching halt..............

Guy and ego are long gone....... this was a fictitious account but could very well happen if not sure of what you are doing in a full-on "production" environment. NEVER STOP LEARNING!!!!

After nearly 20 yrs in the profession, I constantly still look to learn something new.....hazards of the job

Hahaha it seems more and more rare as time goes on! Thank you friend!

 

[Kimberly Lazarski]

I've worked in various disciplines in IT, ranging from integrator to Sr. QE engineer, Acting QA Director, to Systems Engineer. I am currently a Linux Engineer P4. a technical lead, and am loving it. I'm thinking of taking some project management classes and seek a cert in that because I have been taking on a lot of project work that takes months to plan and execute.

 

[WRXtoStingerGT]

I've worked in various disciplines in IT, ranging from integrator to Sr. QE engineer, Acting QA Director, to Systems Engineer. I am currently a Linux Engineer P4. a technical lead, and am loving it. I'm thinking of taking some project management classes and seek a cert in that because I have been taking on a lot of project work that takes months to plan and execute.

That's really cool!! Did you always work in the field or transition to it from another area?

Linux is a interesting platform. My only experience with it is the Ubuntu version which I know is very common. I still have a lot to learn.

I finished a Google cert from Coursera a few days ago. Somehow did a 6-week beginner/intro fundamentals course in less than three days. Good refresher training imo. Funny enough they had two labs that used Ubuntu to complete. Was fun! Now I'm looking at Network+ through COMPTIA.

Thanks for sharing your story btw!