Information Technology jobs in Mobile (Auburn: relocate, military, housing)

[shilo449]

Good afternoon everyone!

So I'm looking to move to Mobile toward the end of the Summer. I'm originally from Auburn, but I've been in the military for the past 10 years.

From what I gather about Mobile is that it:

1. Has culture/charm
2. Close to the ocean (oblviously)
3. Crime is pretty much in line with a city of its size
4. Housing is very affordable
5. Economy is on an upswing
6. Marti gras =)

All of these points sound good, but my question is; is there a good market for IT jobs in the area?

I have multiple certifications, but I only have an Associates Degree.

Is there anyone on the boards that is in the same field and can offer some insight? Also, does anyone disagree with my 6 reasons about and think that Mobile isn't the spot for a 30yr old single guy in the tech field?

Thanks!!

[breer23]

I'm not sure about the industrial prospects, but you might be able to catch on at one of the local universities (USA, Univ. of Mobile, etc.)...good luck!

[Bama`s Port]

Originally Posted by shilo449

Good afternoon everyone!

So I'm looking to move to Mobile toward the end of the Summer. I'm originally from Auburn, but I've been in the military for the past 10 years.

From what I gather about Mobile is that it:

1. Has culture/charm
2. Close to the ocean (oblviously)
3. Crime is pretty much in line with a city of its size
4. Housing is very affordable
5. Economy is on an upswing
6. Marti gras =)

All of these points sound good, but my question is; is there a good market for IT jobs in the area?

I have multiple certifications, but I only have an Associates Degree.

Is there anyone on the boards that is in the same field and can offer some insight? Also, does anyone disagree with my 6 reasons about and think that Mobile isn't the spot for a 30yr old single guy in the tech field?

Thanks!!

Yes all 6 thats Mobile alright, and yes there should be I for one know several private firms have relocated or expanded in the Mobile area. To better help with your search go to the Mobile Chamber of Commerce website. My uncle moved back to Mobile from the Washington D.C area and found a job at St Aerospace engineering from the site in no time.There are other websites as well I believe Austal wich is an Australian ship building company in Mobile can be of help to you.

Good luck !

[shilo449]

Thanks for the reply! I looked at some of those resources and WOW, they wanted Masters Degrees and 10 years experience working in ship building or metallurgy for some of the big companies...

Are there any small IT firms in the area?

[Bama`s Port]

Originally Posted by shilo449

Thanks for the reply! I looked at some of those resources and WOW, they wanted Masters Degrees and 10 years experience working in ship building or metallurgy for some of the big companies...

Are there any small IT firms in the area?

Hmmm wow that is asking a lot, i`ll ask around for you.

[RedEagle]

Mobile Computer Jobs, It Jobs, Internet Jobs, Tech Jobs on CareerBuilder.com_

[Bama`s Port]

Some one gave me this link from another forum.



http://http://information-technology.career...ion_technolog_ (broken link)

Full link: (add the http:// here)information-technology.careerbuilder.com/jobseeker/jobs/jobresults.aspx?argv0=Alabama_Mobile&argv1=&ArgURL =/it.ic/Alabama_Mobile/%3F&cbRecursionCnt=1&cbsid=d0b2f040596249e185d3265 bc096fcd1-259773375-VB-4&ns_siteid=ns_us_g_information_technolog_


I hope this will be of better help to you.

[Southsky]

http://information-technology.careerbuilder.com/jobseeker/jobs/jobresults.aspx?argv0=Alabama_Mobile&argv1=&ArgURL =/it.ic/Alabama_Mobile/%3F&cbRecursionCnt=1&cbsid=d0b2f040596249e185d3265 bc096fcd1-259773375-VB-4&ns_siteid=ns_us_g_information_technolog_

[shilo449]

Thanks again guys... There were a few jobs posted on careerbuilder that weren't on the other websites that I was looking at. I guess I was just hoping for the level of opportunity that I was seeing in places like Atlanta. Then again, I guess that isn't fair considering the difference in size between the two cities.

All that left is to get my resume looking good and toss it out there and see if there are any bites Won't know until I try!

[Southsky]

You could try here:

Welcome to MAYPA - Mobile Area Young Professionals Alliance

You need to register to view all the job opportunities, though.