Director of information technology

Primary duties: A director of information technology oversees the strategy and execution of IT operations for an organization. They ensure that department tasks align with the company' s goals and development and collaborate with management to generate contingency plans, budgets and development goals.

Requirements: This position may require a master' s degree in information technology and relevant industry certifications, such as application management courses. Entry and mid-level roles in IT support and database architecture can provide these professionals with well-rounded experiences to help them advance.