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Spring, a time of transformation, may also translate as such for the computer system. Seasonally, it presents the opportunity to reevaluate the tech being used at a company, making sure it’s all in proper working order and deciding if and when it may be time to make any upgrades.

Learn what every IT pro needs to know to become a better communicator.

With people expected to spend upwards of $3 billion in online shopping for the first time ever this year, 2015’s Cyber Monday could become the biggest shopping day in online history. E-commerce has come a long way from the Wild West it had been in terms of security, but how did it get there and where is it headed?

IT security attacks directed at local governments are increasing. With millions of personal records at stake, not to mention the nation’s overall security at risk, the cost of these attacks can become astronomical. Not only do many lose money when hackers steal personal information, the loss of citizen trust may be among the most challenging to recover.

An IT pro highly skilled in security will likely enjoy a thriving career these days. But such techs need to be able to do a lot, including set up a successful security program, implement it company-wide, manage it on a continual basis, audit it and try to penetrate it, and respond to attacks and any other issues immediately.

It’s not enough for today’s IT professionals to be talented and focused. With security, mobility and evolution changing the way we use tech every day, it’s essential that IT professionals grow their skills in line with current technology trends. The best candidates will be those who take pride in continuing their IT education and, as a result, meet future industry demands.

The tech industry never stops evolving. And as the pace of innovation accelerates, certain subsets within the industry stand out as particularly significant, especially IT.

IT recruiters share their best advice for job seekers.

Monster and LinkedIn may be among the most popular go-to sites for those seeking new career opportunities online, thanks to a big bank of job listings and networking potential, respectively, but in the tech and IT fields, there are even more specialized sites offering customized resources specific to the industry. We’ve compiled a list of the top five.

Hiring managers read resumes, sure, but more often their impression of you is defined by Internet search results. Rather than waiting until negative results pop up, experts recommend a proactive approach to updating your professional, online profile.