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How to become computer and information systems managerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Management & Consulting Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$175,140
25th–75th pct. $138,060–$220,730
Top pay (est.)
$386,800
Top 10% $297,510
Pay in 5 years
$204,400est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$238,600est.
$205,200–$277,000
Outlook score
68/100
★★★☆☆ Good
AI replacement risk
65%
High
Job growth (10 yr)
+15.8%
54K openings / yr

How to become computer and information systems managers

Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
5 years or more
On-the-job training
None

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Computer and Information Systems Managers

Key skills

Monitoring
4.4
Active Listening
4.0
Writing
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Complex Problem Solving
3.9
Instructing
3.9
Coordination
3.9

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Computers and Electronics
6.1
Customer and Personal Service
4.7
Mathematics
4.7
Administration and Management
4.3
Personnel and Human Resources
4.1
Engineering and Technology
4.0
Education and Training
4.0
Administrative
3.7

What the work involves

Working with ComputersOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsProviding Consultation and Advice to OthersCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesProcessing InformationThinking Creatively

Important abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive Reasoning

Education of workers

Bachelor's degree
48%
Some college
26%
Master's degree
14%
Post-secondary certificate
6%
Post-bachelor's certificate
3%
Associate's degree
2%
High school diploma
1%

Training before entry

Up to 1 month
32%
6–12 months
23%
None / short demo
17%
1–2 years
10%
3–6 months
7%
4–10 years
7%
1–3 months
5%

Related work experience

6–8 years
40%
4–6 years
24%
Over 10 years
13%
2–4 years
11%
8–10 years
11%
1–2 years
1%

Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as computer and information systems managers

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.