Linux, security skills projected hot skills for 2005
"There is a re-emergence of talent wars, but on a smaller scale than in the past, according to our research," Foote said. "This is an indication that offshore outsourcing will no longer be the dominant theme in IT employment trends."
Security certifications top the list for a second year in a row. Sarbanes-Oxley and other regulations on data in the health care and financial services industries continue to drive the trend, Foote said.
Having a niche certification also continues to be desirable, Foote said. For example, IT personnel with intrusion detection skills are highly desired.
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