There are currently 293,000 information systems professionals. By 2018, this figure is expected to increase by 17% resulting in 50,000+ new job openings in the coming years.
According to the JIST Works list of 500 Best Jobs Overall, information systems professionals, particularly IS managers, have one of the top 20 best careers. These jobs offer excellent earning potential. IS professionals earn an average annual salary of $108,070. Top earners in this field can make more than $145,600 per year. This trend is expected to continue through 2018.
