Kerja di bidang IT

“Kerja dibidang IT, berapa sih gajinya?”. Pertanyaan ini mungkin sudah mulai terlintas dibenak mahasiswa yang mengambil kuliah di program studi atau jurusan yang terkait dengan bidang IT seperti teknik informatika. Sebelum sampai ke pertanyaan itu, mungkin banyak yang bertanya-tanya “Besok setelah kita lulus kuliah dan kerja di bidang IT, enaknya di posisi apa ya?. Lebih enak teknis atau managerial?”. Artikel ini mungkin dapat membantu untuk menjawab pertanyaan-pertanyaan di atas.

Posisi Kerja di Bidang IT (dan Gaji-nya)
Kelly Services dalam “Indonesia Salary Guide 2006″ membagi pekerjaan di bidang IT menjadi beberapa posisi. Masing-masing posisi ini memiliki job description yang berbeda-beda dengan range gaji yang berbeda pula.

Helpdesk Analyst
Remotely troubleshoot problems through email/telephone by taking over the control users� terminals via LAN/WAN connections. Plan, coordinate & support business processes, systems & end-users. Handle phone-in & escalation of problems. The salary range is from 3.000.000,- to 6.000.000,-.

Analyst Programmer
Design, code & test programmes to support the application systems development plan. The salary range is from 4.000.000,- to 6.000.000,-.

Web Designer
Develop innovative web-based design application & content management. The salary range is from 4.000.000,- to 6.000.000,-.

IT Executive
Maintain sufficient, standard & reliable systems/infrastructure to ensure effective & efficient operations. Implement IT procedures & processes to ensure maximum data protection/security. The salary range is from 5.000.000,- to 8.000.000,-.

Systems Programmer/Software Engineer
Familiar with software development life cycles. Possess skills in application design. Prepare programme specifications, coding/documentation & testing. The salary range is from 6.000.000.,- to 10.000.000,-.

IT Administrator
Provide implementation & administration involving LAN, WAN & dial-up connectivity, firewall, reverse proxy & technical support. The salary range is from 5.000.000.,- to 8.000.000,-.

Network Administrator
Administer & operate LAN & WAN networks, system management & hardware support. The salary range is from 5.000.000.,- to 10.000.000,-.

Database Administrator
Responsible for administration & technical maintenance of the company�s distributed database system. The salary range is from 4.000.000.,- to 7.000.000,-.

Systems Engineer
Provide system design & consultancy to customers. Respond to requests for technical queries & support. Conduct technical training to customers & IT administrators. The salary range is from 5.000.000.,- to 10.000.000,-.

Network Support Engineer
Perform communication & networking systems analysis & design planning for integration. Support of network in internet, intranet & extranet. Analyse & participate in the development of security standardisation & implementation of security controls for LAN & WAN. The salary range is from 5.000.000.,- to 10.000.000,-.

ERP Consultant
To provide functional or technical advice on the implementation of ERP solutions. Must have some domain knowledge in order to map processes. The salary range is from 8.000.000.,- to 20.000.000,-.

Account Manager
Responsible for achievement of IT products and/or solution sales & revenue target. May be assigned to target-specific industry verticals. The salary range is from 8.000.000.,- to 15.000.000,-.

Business Development Manager
Degree 5 Commercially aware of customers� needs. Possess the acumen necessary to grow sustainable & profitable business. A strong intellect capable of grasping & clearly communicating complex business & technology concepts. The salary range is from 12.000.000.,- to 25.000.000,-.

IT Manager
Oversee the smooth running of the IT systems. Troubleshoot & assist the organisation in any IT matters or problems. In tune with all the new IT developments in the required fields. The salary range is from 15.000.000.,- to 25.000.000,-.

Project Manager
Plan, direct & execute project management activities for an area/division. Monitor progress against schedule & project budget. May allocate or assist in the allocation of appropriate resources to deliver project results. The salary range is from 20.000.000.,- to 30.000.000,-.

Hmm, setelah tau gambaran mengenai posisi kerja di bidang IT dan range gajinya, so what?mungkin referensi ini bisa dijadikan panduan untuk menentukan arah tujuan kita. Apakah kita memilih menekuni bidang yang berhubungan dengan posisi yang Anda ingin raih nanti mulai dari sekarang? Atau kita tetap saja menjalani semuanya seperti apa adanya dan masalah nanti mo gimana ya dipikir nanti saja? Semuanya terserah kalian, hanya saja pesan saya “don’t leave your future unprepared“.


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