Computing – Technology – Digital and Cyber

Digital technology has transformed modern life - would you like to contribute to the future advancements?

In Gloucestershire, there are lots of organisations that will advertise for computing and IT roles, and they could belong to other sectors as all businesses require IT and computing support. Some examples of companies who have advertised roles in 2021 (other than through Gloucestershire County Council) were GCHQ, NHS, SOPRA STERIA AND BAMBOO TECHNOLOGY.
The computing, technology and digital sector has an array of jobs. They vary from hardware and network jobs which involves installing, servicing and monitoring networks for a business. You will be working with hardware and software and fixing problems for customers over the phone or face-to-face. Software is used in technology from computers, to phones to games, apps, or aeroplane navigation systems. All software has to be designed, developed and tested and there are lots of different jobs in this area. However, not all jobs in the tech world are for techies. There are lots of jobs in IT and digital for people with great people skills such as relationship management which involves helping customers solve their technical problems.
It is predicted this sector will grow by 5.9% by 2027 creating more opportunties in computing, digital and technology

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What you'll need

You’ll need knowledge of computer operating systems, analytical thinking skills, attention to detail, to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently, maths knowledge for understanding programming, problem-solving skills, persistence and determination.

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Computing - Technology - Digital and Cyber Jobs

Red – Formal qualifications required – GCSEs Grades 4-9, Level 3 qualifications, A levels or Degree

Amber – Some formal qualifications may be required at Level 2 depending on the employer this will vary depending on the organisation and position

Green – No formal qualification required