| The demand for knowledgeable, innovative employees will be strong for at least the next ten years: | ||
| Projected growth by 2016 | Median annual salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Network systems and data communications analysts | 53% | $64,600 |
| Computer applications software engineers | 45% | $79,780 |
| Database administrators | 29% | $64,670 |
| Computer systems software engineers | 28% | $85,370 |
| Network and computer systems administrators | 27% | $62,130 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics