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Earnings
According to the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, earnings for computer and information systems managers vary by specialty and level of responsibility. Median annual earnings of these managers is $101,580. The middle 50 percent earn between $79,240 and $129,250. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of computer and information systems managers is as follows:
 
Computer systems design and related services $109,130
Management of companies and enterprises $105,980
Data processing, hosting, and related services $105,200
Insurance carriers $102,180
Colleges, universities, and professional schools $83,280

The Robert Half Technology 2007 Salary Guide lists the following annual salary ranges for various computer and information systems manager positions: Chief Technology Officer (CTO), $101,000-$157,750; Chief Security Officer, $97,500-$141,000; Vice President of Information Technology, $107,500-$157,750; Information Technology Manager, Technical Services Manager, $62,500-$88,250.

In addition, computer and information systems managers, especially those at higher levels, often receive employment-related benefits, such as expense accounts, stock option plans, and bonuses.

Note: Some resources in this section are provided by the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.
 


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