IT professionals see job opportunities in cloud computing

IT professionals are generally optimistic that cloud computing will result in more jobs, according to a new study by IT jobs specialist CWJobs.co.uk.

CWJobs.co.uk found that 40 percent of IT professionals believe the rise of cloud computing will create more jobs, compared to 28 percent who believe it will mean less. In addition, 70 percent believe cloud computing skills and experience will make them more employable.
 
Interestingly, there was a difference in attitude between generations, with 65 percent of those in their early twenties stating cloud computing will result in more IT jobs, while just 28 percent of those in their forties agreed.
 
The survey of 1,300 IT professionals revealed that less than half (44 percent) believe cloud computing will require specialist skills, however 75 percent felt they would need to gain ‘new skills and experience’ to work with the technology, suggesting a lack of understanding around exactly what will facilitate a job in cloud computing.
 
Says Richard Nott, website director of CWJobs: “It is encouraging to see that IT professionals recognise the career opportunities emerging from the rise of cloud computing. However, confusion evidently surrounds how candidates can best bolster their CVs for these opportunities.
 
“While it is not yet clear which specific skills will be useful for cloud computing, the majority of IT professionals do believe there will be a need to adapt to capitalise on the changing IT landscape and that now is the time to do this.”