Career Profile Computer & Information Systems Managers Education Bachelor's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $154,000 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Computer and information systems managers plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. General Information Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming. Excludes Computer Occupations (15-1211 through 15-1299). Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Computer & Information Systems Managers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 146 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 146 openings per year are projected for Computer & Information Systems Managers. +17.7% Employment Change Employment for Computer & Information Systems Managers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.7% between 2023 and 2028. $74.05 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $74.05/hour. Entry level workers are paid $50.82, while experienced workers are paid $85.61. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 1,208 Computer & Information Systems Managers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 1,421. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Computer & Information Systems Managers are Computer Systems Design and Related Services, Professional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers, and Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Computer & Information Systems Managers include Computers and Electronics, Customer and Personal Service, and Administration and Management. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Computer & Information Systems Managers is Bachelor's. 70% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
