IT careers stories
Women in tech: curiosity, courage & backing yourself
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ai
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leadership
On IWD 2026, a senior tech leader urges women to back themselves, embrace 'squiggly' careers and bring their own seat to the table.
Dell unveils tougher classroom laptops for AI‑era study
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network infrastructure
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fleet management
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Dell launches tougher Windows and Chromebook laptops for classrooms, pitching durable AI‑ready devices with long battery life and easier repairs.
Hiscox unveils multi-site technology graduate scheme
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digital transformation
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data science
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application security
Hiscox launches a multi-site technology graduate scheme across London, Lisbon and York as it ramps up hiring for digital and cyber roles.
A1 Technologies names Amar Bilas Head of Microsoft Cloud
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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partner programmes
A1 Technologies appoints Amar Bilas to lead Microsoft Cloud Services, bolstering Azure and modern workplace growth across ANZ.
How esports is improving career prospects for growing numbers of students
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Esports' integration into curricula is elevating students' career prospects by equipping them with crucial transferrable skills like teamwork, communication, and critical thinking, and exposing them to a myriad of job opportunities.
IWD 2024: Why organisations need to make inclusion a long-term goal
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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it industry
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it careers
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iwd
The case for long-term inclusion strategies is championed amid persistent gender imbalance in Australia's tech sector, stressing the importance of sustainable efforts in fostering diversity.
Exclusive: How NetApp's S3 Academy is fostering new talent
Tue, 20th Feb 2024
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partner programmes
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education, learning & training
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software
NetApp's S3 Academy in Australia and New Zealand is pioneering early-career development in tech with its innovative blend of experience, exposure, and education.
Five reasons why a career in cybersecurity is worth pursuing
Thu, 25th May 2023
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cybersecurity
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careers
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trustwave
The demand for cybersecurity professionals has increased exponentially, and the trend is expected to continue as the world becomes more digital.
Role of IT continues to evolve, SolarWinds report captures tech pro sentiments
Thu, 16th Sep 2021
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edutech
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solarwinds
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it professionals
Almost half of tech professionals are proud of what they do and 44% love their work, according to a survey by SolarWinds.
Fortinet to train one million people globally - helping close the cybersecurity skills gap
Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet has pledged to train one million people to help close the cybersecurity skills gap following the recent White House summit.
CompTIA launches IT workforce planning guide
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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healthtech
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comptia
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it careers
The free resource, called My IT Path, is designed to provide a personalised and interactive experience for anyone learning about careers in the field.
FEATURE: Tech's female powerhouses tackle women shortage issue
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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it automation
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skillsoft
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it careers
International Women's Day is here and what better time to tackle the elephant in the room that is the huge gender disparity in the technology sector.
Where are all the women in tech? Survey finds answer
Fri, 2nd Mar 2018
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skillsoft
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it careers
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skills shortage
Gender equality is something the tech industry has always struggled with despite offering bright career and pay prospects.
Internship pathway sees Manaiakalani students enter IT
Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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it careers
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career pathways
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tamaki college
Manaiakalani students break into IT through Fusion Networks' tailored internship, bridging the experience gap for Kiwi youth.
Auckland IT jobs paying the most, Wellington a 'mixed bag'
Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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absolute it
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it careers
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candidates
Auckland now the highest paying region for IT professionals in New Zealand, surpassing Wellington, according to Absolute IT's latest Remuneration Report.
Kiwi IT specialist makes a difference in Africa – opportunities available
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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healthtech
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it industry
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nfp
Read the incredible story of a young Kiwi IT specialist helping to heal Africa's poor - and further opportunities that are available.
Tech boom creates too few jobs – and the point is?
Mon, 17th Oct 2016
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it industry
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it careers
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opinion
The outcome is clear: though tech-driven growth has recovered, it seems that growth has been delivered at a lower level of employment.
SEEK NZ stats show it's a good time to be working in ICT
Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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ict
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seek
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job seekers
Seek recently released data that reveals they had almost 5 percent more jobs advertised in July 2016 than 12 months earlier, with ICT in the lead.
Gender divide alive and well in NZ job market
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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it careers
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dei
The gender divide is alive and well in the New Zealand employment market, while IT roles continue to dominate the top five highest average pay rate.
Majority of IT professionals feel that increasing complexity is making their jobs harder
Tue, 10th May 2016
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it industry
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ipswitch
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it managers
In an increasingly fast-moving digital world, companies around the globe face issues with managing their IT services.