IT Jobs in NJ Government

Find IT jobs in New Jersey state government. View computer analyst, network specialist, and cybersecurity positions with competitive tech salaries.

Category: Information Technology

IT professionals support state government technology infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives.

Typical Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Industry certifications (CompTIA, Cisco, etc.) beneficial
Experience with relevant technologies
Security clearance may be required

Career Progression

Computer Operations Analyst 1
→ Computer Operations Analyst 2
→ Senior Computer Operations Analyst
→ Information Technology Specialist
→ IT Manager

Available IT Government positions in New Jersey

New Jersey civil service has 126 it government titles, paying from $39,358 at entry level to $162,870 at the top step. The 40 highest-paying are below; see all in search.

Title	Salary range
RESEARCH DATA MANAGER	$110,276 – $162,870
SUPERVISOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY	$110,276 – $162,870
PROJECT MANAGER DATA PROCESSING	$105,267 – $155,359
SUPERVISOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY	$105,267 – $155,359
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 2	$100,498 – $148,187
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 2 OIT	$100,498 – $148,187
PROJECT MANAGER DATA PROCESSING	$100,498 – $148,187
DATA PROCESSING ANALYST 1 (VARIANT TITLES C & I)	$100,498 – $148,187
SUPERVISOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY	$100,498 – $148,187
PLANNING ASSOCIATE 3, COMPUTER APPLICATIONS & SYSTEMS DESIGN	$100,498 – $148,187
PLANNING ASSOCIATE 3, STATISTICS/DATA ANALYSIS	$100,498 – $148,187
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 2	$95,955 – $141,386
DATABASE ANALYST 2	$95,955 – $141,386
RESEARCH DATA SUPERVISOR	$95,955 – $141,386
SUPERVISOR, DATA PROCESSING TECHNICAL SUPPORT (VARIANT TITLE C)	$95,955 – $141,386
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR 2	$95,955 – $141,386
DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER 1	$95,955 – $141,386
PROJECT COORDINATOR - COMPUTER PLANNING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS HIGHER EDUCATION ADMINISTRATIVE	$95,955 – $141,386
ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR 1 DATA PROCESSING	$91,628 – $134,900
PLANNING ASSOCIATE 2 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN	$91,628 – $134,900
PLANNING ASSOCIATE 2 STATISTICS/DATA ANALYSIS	$91,628 – $134,900
HEALTH DATA SPECIALIST 3	$87,507 – $128,719
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 1	$87,507 – $128,719
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 1 OIT	$87,507 – $128,719
DATABASE ANALYST 1	$87,507 – $128,719
SUPERVISING PUBLIC HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE ONCOLOGY DATA SPECIALIST	$87,507 – $128,719
SUPERVISING TRAINING TECHNICIAN COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY	$87,507 – $128,719
SUPERVISOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HELP DESK	$87,507 – $128,719
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SPECIALIST 1 COMPUTER SERVICES	$87,507 – $128,719
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 1	$83,582 – $122,832
RESEARCH DATA ANALYST 2	$83,582 – $122,832
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR 1	$83,582 – $122,832
DATA ARCHITECT 1	$83,582 – $122,832
DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER 2	$83,582 – $122,832
SUPERVISOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HELP DESK	$83,582 – $122,832
PLANNING ASSOCIATE 1, COMPUTER APPLICATIONS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN	$83,582 – $122,832
PLANNING ASSOCIATE 1, STATISTICS/DATA ANALYSIS	$83,582 – $122,832
ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR 1 COMPUTER SERVICES	$83,582 – $122,832
HEALTH DATA SPECIALIST 2	$79,844 – $117,228
SUPERVISING COMPUTER OPERATOR	$76,287 – $111,856

Which employers actually hire it government titles

State payroll records show 2,618 people in these titles across 27 state agencies, concentrated at Office of Information Technology. This is where the work exists today, not a list of current openings.

Office of Information Technology — 605 employees
Department of Human Services — 303 employees
Department of Health — 282 employees
Department of Education — 247 employees
Department of Treasury — 243 employees
Department of Children and Families — 175 employees
Department of Labor — 175 employees
Department of Law & Public Safety — 127 employees

Local employers file their payroll separately and are not counted here, so county, municipal and school-district jobs in these titles are additional to the figures above.

About NJ Civil Service Employment

NJ civil service jobs pair a set salary range with health benefits, pension enrollment (PERS or PFRS depending on the title), and tenure protections once you pass a working test period. Getting hired usually means passing a competitive exam and landing on an eligibility list; moving up usually means testing again for the next rung in the family.

Employers range from state departments to counties, towns, and school districts. Whichever level hires you, the civil service rules and the underlying job specification are the same.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a government IT professional in New Jersey?

To work as a government it professional in NJ civil service, you typically need to: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; Industry certifications (CompTIA, Cisco, etc.) beneficial; Experience with relevant technologies. Most positions require passing a civil service examination and placement on an eligibility list.

What is the salary range for IT Government positions?

IT Government salaries in NJ civil service range from $39,358 at entry level to $162,870 for senior positions. Actual salary depends on the specific title, experience, and step level.

Are IT Government positions available at state and local level?

Availability varies by position. Use the job listings below to see jurisdiction-specific opportunities.

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