The State of Tech Hiring in Detroit

The State of Tech Hiring in Detroit The State of Tech Hiring in Detroit THE STATE OF TECH HIRING IN DETROIT Q3 and Q4 2019 TOP SKILLS IN IMMEDIATE DEMAND: 1. Cloud security 2. Cybersecurity 3. Cloud architecture; Cloud computing* 4. Mobile development 5. Web development/design OF TECHNOLOGY LEADERS SURVEYED … 68% plan to expand their teams. 24% plan to fill only vacant positions. 86% say it’s challenging to find IT talent in their area. 95% are confident in their company’s prospects for growth. 96% will bring on project-based IT employees. Below are the top reasons: Consultants are part of our hiring strategy 52% When there’s a sudden vacancy 50% For especially busy times 42% When a skill does not exist internally 38% For unplanned, time-sensitive projects 33% Multiple responses allowed. TOP BUSINESS CONCERNS 1. Maintaining security of IT systems 2. Cloud projects/initiatives 3. Investing in new technologies