What's the outlook of LI in terms of Tech field

[jshlee]

Originally Posted by mowmylawn

Well here's a question for you... do you think the bulk of those IT staff positions at LIJ pay enough to own and run a home on LI? You're right LI is not like a Detroit in the suburbs, the fundamental economic forces on LI differ from that of Detroit. The end result is the same though.

As for majority... like in most corporate environments, there is a pecking order. You will have the masses making less then $100k, and then a big chunk making $100-$200k... and then a bunch of non-managerial making more. Most make it past $100k if they stick it out long enough and make the right decisions. Not saying that it's enough for LI... but if the folks can figure it out in a higher cost of living NYC, then I am sure someone can figure it out in LI.

So again, I agree that there are regional issues at play (less companies on LI)... but having NYC in your backdoor as your opt-out game plan (without having to move your family across state) is a wonderful situation.

Not saying life is easy for an tech guy who is making something for him/herself... but most everyone that I know that stuck it out for a good 10 years (even the ones who live and work on LI) made something of themselves (and then some)... some are coasting just find making their $100k salary... but I would say a majority have transitioned into specialized consultants or senior ranking technologists... and a few that decided to go into management.

There just isn't enough qualified people out in the work force. It's both a local and national issue.

[Forest_Hills_Daddy]

Originally Posted by jshlee

There just isn't enough qualified people out in the work force. It's both a local and national issue.

There is a big difference in the comp of IT workers in Melville from, say, Lake Success.

Just ask AndreaII - I believe her husband works in IT in Hauppauge. Last she posted about it, it did not sound like she was thrilled about how much he was paid nor did it come close to 100K.

[ClarkStreetKid]

Please let me know which companies let anyone who makes 100K in tech coast.

[mowmylawn]

Originally Posted by jshlee

As for majority... like in most corporate environments, there is a pecking order. You will have the masses making less then $100k, and then a big chunk making $100-$200k... and then a bunch of non-managerial making more. Most make it past $100k if they stick it out long enough and make the right decisions. Not saying that it's enough for LI... but if the folks can figure it out in a higher cost of living NYC, then I am sure someone can figure it out in LI.

So again, I agree that there are regional issues at play (less companies on LI)... but having NYC in your backdoor as your opt-out game plan (without having to move your family across state) is a wonderful situation.

Not saying life is easy for an tech guy who is making something for him/herself... but most everyone that I know that stuck it out for a good 10 years (even the ones who live and work on LI) made something of themselves (and then some)... some are coasting just find making their $100k salary... but I would say a majority have transitioned into specialized consultants or senior ranking technologists... and a few that decided to go into management.

There just isn't enough qualified people out in the work force. It's both a local and national issue.

Personally, I've found LI, including Western Nassau, pays less than Salt Lake City for IT expertise. Sure, you the have odd high-dollar contract or senior f/t spot, but take my word for it, there is way more supply than demand on LI today. You could say there's a shortage of really good IT pros, that I would agree with. But most local IT shops have figured if they can get away with a guest worker, most of whom are pretty soft-skilled, they probably don't need a wizard.

[ovi8]

Originally Posted by ClarkStreetKid

Please let me know which companies let anyone who makes 100K in tech coast.

In NYC it's not hard. SysAdmins for example coast all day unless the fit hits the shan.