Career Pathway in Tech
Are you interested in IT but unsure about what type of tech-related jobs are available? As demand for digital skills and tech specialists continues to grow, there are many IT-related job vacancies in Aotearoa New Zealand. NZSE offers various study options leading to careers that are both personally fulfilling and financially rewarding. Explore our array of tech career pathways, IT job roles and study options. Become job-ready with your study at NZSE!
Computer Technicians are assets to any business. They identify and solve problems relating to hardware, software and websites. Further to this, to future-proof organisations, Computer Technicians update equipment, test softwares and servers, as well as manage records of IT use within an organisation.
Job Opportunities
- Desktop Support Technician
- Information Systems Technician
- IT Customer Support Officer
- Help desk and Technical Support Officer
- Entry level Network Administrator or Engineer
- Applications Support Analyst
Skills gained
- Basic IT understanding
- Technical knowledge of hardware and software
- Finding solutions to problems, and communication skills
- Basic programming
- Self-management and taking responsibility.
- Web Design and Database Application
- Fundamentals of Cyber Security.
Preparation for Industry Certifications:
- CompTIA A+
- ITIL Foundation Certificate
- CompTIA network+
- PCEP Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Access Expert
Software developers are involved in creating apps, games and programmes. Their tasks vary from making to managing these programmes, including the design of software interfaces, running and test the front and back ends of softwares, debugging and upgrading programmes, and managing overall progress across projects.
Potential Jobs
- Entry-level IT Tester
- Entry-level Web Developer
- Software Engineer (beginner)
- Game Developer
- Mobile App Developer
Skills gained
- Programming
- Database design
- IT Project management
- In-depth Technical or Theoretical knowledge
- Software Testing and Development
- Self-Management and Leadership Skills
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Preparation for Industry Certifications:
- NZ Diploma in IT Software Development Level 6:
- ISTQB Certified Tester - Foundation Level (CTFL)
- ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Analyst (CTAL-TA)
- Google Associate Android Developer (AAD)
- PCEP Certified Professional in Python Programming 1
- PCEP Certified Professional in Python Programming 2
- MySQL 8.0 Database Developer Exam (170-909)
- Certified Associate in Project management (CAPM)
- Tableau Desktop Specialist
- Unity Certified Associate Programmer
- Unity Certified Programmer
- Unity Certified Expert Gameplay Programmer
- Unity Certified 3D Artist
Security analysts are responsible for the [cyber] security of an organisation’s networks and systems. This includes implementing security software; monitoring incoming and outgoing information; enforcing security policies and managing security breaches. Furthermore, they educate their co-workers on their responsibilities, implement and manage processes to assist them with any potential threats.
Job Opportunities
- Security Specialist
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Entry level Network-, Systems- or Cloud Administrator
- Service Desk Analyst (beginner)
- Cloud Architect, Cloud Network or Security Engineer (entry level).
Skills gained
- Network and cloud security
- Wireless network systems
- Internet of things
- Network and cloud security, design and assessment
- Industry-based project experience
- Build, manage, evaluate and maintain network and cloud systems
- Find solutions to mitigate network and system security risks
- Communication, cultural and teamwork skills including biculturalism, Te Ao Māori, tikanga and Mātauranga Māori.
Preparation for Industry Certifications:
- NZ Certificate in IT Level 5:
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity
- PCEP Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
- PCAP Certified Associate in Python Programming
- MS Access Expert (MO-500)
- NZ Diploma in IT Technical Support Level 6 - see Software Development page (see tab above)
Data analysts interpret data to gain insights and enhance business performance. They identify, collect, clean and interpret data to identify what happened, why it happened, and what the next best steps are for a business to take, based on their results and recommendations. Data analysts are a valuable asset for any business in any industry, as they are able to identify solutions and apply strengths within practices and processes.
Potential Jobs
- Upon completion of the Bachelor's degree or Graduate Diploma:
- Data Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst
- Business Insights Analyst
- Database Developer Administrator
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Insights Analyst
- Research Analyst
- Data Warehouse Engineer
- Machine Learning Analyst
- Marketing Data Analyst
- Social Media Data Analyst
Skills gained
Preparation for Industry Certifications:
Turama Scholarship Programme
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