Is applying for banking IT a wise move for technology candidates?

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For those who are pursuing the field of information technology, whether to choose to apply for banking IT is a question that is not easy to find the answer to.

When information technology is becoming a hot profession, with attractive income and many job opportunities, if you do not learn carefully, it is very difficult for you to make the right choice for yourself. So is applying for banking IT a wise move for technology candidates? Let Navigos Search analyze this problem for you through the information below!

1. What do IT positions do in banks?

Banking IT is the person who is responsible for the technical, technological and data security related tasks in the bank. The specific duties of this position are as follows:

  • Responsible for the information technology infrastructure system of the bank
  • Detect and handle arising errors to ensure stable operation of the system
  • Upgrade and maintain the information technology system and ensure that the work of employees and customers at the bank is not interrupted.
  • Support to operate professional software commonly used in banking such as: Smile FO, POS, HRM, BO, etc.
  • Instructions on how to use software and applications for bank employees
  • Undertake other tasks assigned by superiors

IT positions play an important role in the bank

2. What is the demand for banking IT recruitment?

Most banking products and transactions are associated with the internet and technology. When electronic banking (internet banking) is becoming an indispensable service, it is very necessary to have an IT position. Investment in IT will help the bank improve its competitiveness by diversifying products and services and capturing market share with automated trading devices, improving business efficiency for the unit.

Understanding this, many banks in the world and even in Vietnam began to recruit many good IT to ensure the "wall" of the technology system was more solid against any intrusion.

Information technology is predicted to be one of the most promising industries in Vietnam. Especially, when our country is in the period of deep integration and globalization, the need for highly qualified IT human resources to keep up with world technology. Therefore, it is predicted that in the coming time, the "thirst" for IT human resources in general and banking IT in particular will take place strongly, causing fierce competition among businesses.

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3. Current income level

The income level of the bank IT position is considered to be quite attractive (about 10 - 20 million VND/month). However, the salary received will vary depending on:

  • Working bank: Each bank such as Techcombank, Vietcombank, Agribank, ACB, MBbank, VietinBank, BIDV,... will have different remuneration. However, the salary at a large-scale, long-standing bank is usually slightly higher and the application process is also more difficult than usual. 
  • Workload: Many banks only need one person for an IT position, so if you hold multiple tasks, you will get a pretty high salary.
  • Based on capacity and work experience: Of course, IT professionals are always highly appreciated by employers. They are people with solid capabilities and experience in the information technology industry, so the income they receive is also very attractive.

Career opportunities and very attractive salary


4. Banking IT can completely increase income level

In order to increase your income, the first thing you have to do is show that you have real capacity and have made great contributions to the overall development of the bank. 

The change and development of every hour and every minute is characteristic of the field of information technology. Therefore, you must constantly improve your knowledge in many areas such as information technology infrastructure, network administration, network security, ... to fulfill all job requirements as well as not being outdated and eliminated. out of the profession.

Certainly professional competence and experience is always the core factor for you to stay with the profession. But in order to develop this profession well as well as have the opportunity to receive an attractive income, you also have to actively practice many related skills such as agility, detection and troubleshooting, communication, working. team, time management, prudence and meticulousness,...

Raising the level of income is not a day-to-day thing, but you have to prove the effectiveness of the work you create, make an impression, and have a good attitude to be considered by your superiors. And once you are really confident about your ability, experience and skills, do not hesitate to send your CV to apply for IT banking or other higher positions in the profession such as IT specialist, technology director . information ,... at Navigos Search.

With a very strict recruitment process , based on the candidate's capacity and experience and the labor market situation, the recruitment specialist Navigos Search will consult and discuss the most suitable employer. We call our professionals “dream makers”.

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Our consulting team are all very experienced recruitment experts with deep understanding of each core industry. After the candidate has been selected, Navigos Search continues to accompany businesses and candidates throughout the process of "success after achieving the dream job".

Navigos Search is leading the middle and high-end "talent hunting" service in Vietnam. With 375,000+ profiles of senior candidates, 85,000+ profiles of senior management candidates and optimal recruitment solutions , we are committed to bringing the most suitable and potential candidates to your business during the time like it has come to an agreement.

Right now, if you are looking to become a banking IT or have ambitions to find another job that matches your capacity and experience; or your business is in need of recruiting mid-level and high-level personnel, please contact Navigos Search quickly. Surely, the candidate will achieve the dream job within reach, the enterprise will own the best factor!

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