Robb Kimmer, a network systems engineer, wrote on business-article-ws.com that speaking to people who have worked in the IT sector for more than three years will provide candidates with a wealth of information that can help them in their job search.
In addition, he advised applicants to read the serious IT magazines, not the consumer-facing publications, and specialist websites to gain more knowledge of the field.
'You have to move away from the PC world of gadgets and gizmos and into the world of serious industrial-strength technologies,' the expert commented.
Mr Kimmer also wrote that people seeking an IT job should become used to carrying out a large amount of research, as it is important to keep informed about new technologies and systems.
Last month, Recruitment Society chairman Steve Huxham claimed that changing careers can be a good move, so long as people are willing to fully prepare and train for their new role.
In addition, he advised applicants to read the serious IT magazines, not the consumer-facing publications, and specialist websites to gain more knowledge of the field.
'You have to move away from the PC world of gadgets and gizmos and into the world of serious industrial-strength technologies,' the expert commented.
Mr Kimmer also wrote that people seeking an IT job should become used to carrying out a large amount of research, as it is important to keep informed about new technologies and systems.
Last month, Recruitment Society chairman Steve Huxham claimed that changing careers can be a good move, so long as people are willing to fully prepare and train for their new role.
