10 IT skills employers need today

According to NetworkWorld, “technology pros looking to find new work or secure their current jobs should get schooled on wireless, Web 2.0 and virtualization while also boning up on business basics”

“IT professionals with the right technical skill set plus a foundational understanding of the business they work in will stand a much better chance in today’s market”.

Below is a summary of all of the technology trends mentioned in the article and the required skill set for that trend.

Wireless

Because end users expect to be able to work from anywhere anytime, skills in wireless and mobility are being pushed to the top of many hiring managers’ must-have lists.

Skills:

• 802.11
• WiMAX
• Broadband
• Knowing devices end users might start using to tap the network