What is an IT Consultant?
An IT (information technology) consultant is an individual who works in the field of computer programming, data and analysis, either independently or for a consulting firm. A person or business will hire an IT consultant to analyze their IT systems and structure, fix any problem the uncover, make improvements, or help educate them on their current system to meet specific business requirements.
Types of IT Consultants
- Software and Systems Development and Implementation
- Information Security
- Computing Equipment
- Technology/Cloud Platforms/Networking/Storage Management
- Internet Solutions
- Web Design
What Does an IT Consultant Make?
The salary of an IT consultant will largely depend on their role at their firm. Independent contractors who are not part of a firm will charge varying fees for their services which will be dependent on the amount of experience and the field in which they specialize. Results seem to vary depending on the source but IT consultants typically make between $60,000 – $80,000 annually.