information technology
noun
: the technology involving the development, maintenance, and use of computer systems, software, and networks for the processing and distribution of data
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These typically require theoretical or technical expertise in fields such as information technology (IT), engineering, mathematics, finance, medicine, science, or other professional disciplines.
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Natalie Venegas, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Milstein ascended to the position of assistant city manager in 2017 and most recently oversaw the finance, human resources and information technology departments.
—Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 12 Jan. 2025
Last year, the top industries hiring the most remote jobs within the United States included finance, information technology, and business operations/management, according to the World Economic Forum.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Jabbar joined the Army in 2007 and served on active duty as a human resources and information technology before deploying to Afghanistan from 2009 to 2010, the Army said.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
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Natalie Venegas, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Milstein ascended to the position of assistant city manager in 2017 and most recently oversaw the finance, human resources and information technology departments.
—Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 12 Jan. 2025
Last year, the top industries hiring the most remote jobs within the United States included finance, information technology, and business operations/management, according to the World Economic Forum.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Jabbar joined the Army in 2007 and served on active duty as a human resources and information technology before deploying to Afghanistan from 2009 to 2010, the Army said.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Information technology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/information%20technology. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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