Boston
There's a wide range of opportunities for IT pros in the Boston area, where industries hiring include finance, insurance, transportation, utilities and professional services. Software developers are in high demand, as are analysts, project managers and database pros. "Companies are putting a big emphasis on 'white glove customer service,' and those who can provide Level III helpdesk support are in demand," Modis notes. "As the home of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge center has become a hotbed for startups, which are also providing opportunity for job seekers."
