The type of IT infrastructure training selected depends on the systems that are being used by employers. For example, some courses are generic, meaning they apply to most IT infrastructure systems; others are vendor specific, such as Cisco or Microsoft certified training.
IT infrastructure training can open the door to a variety of careers, including systems management, network support and systems analysis, where the job outlook may be good. For example, employment in the computer and information systems management field was expected to grow 17 percent from 2008 to 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Computer and information systems managers need a broad range of skills, according to BLS, although employers often look for individuals who demonstrate their understanding of a specific software or technology. This knowledge can be demonstrated with professional certification obtained from IT infrastructure training, including vendor specific training.