If you're having trouble finding an IT job, part of the problem may be that you're looking in the wrong place. More specifically, you may be limiting your search a bit too much. New information technology positions open up every day with an ever-widening focus. This means you need to expand the terms you use to search for jobs if you want to find the most up-to-date positions.

What follows is the first of a two-part post that offers up several newer IT positions you should consider in your search.

Mobile IT Specialist

The mobile sector of the IT world is practically brand new, which means you need to get in at the ground floor. Companies need specialists in the development, creation, and management of mobile apps, as well as creating security systems for these apps. You'll likely see mobile specialist and architect positions popping up everywhere. This is because companies don't know how to handle these new systems on their own and need the assistance of professionals. However, many IT professionals don't even know the specifics of these technologies. Help yourself get a job by expanding your knowledge to mobile devices and app creation. It's the future of IT development.

Business Architecture Specialist

Nowadays, companies recognize that technology is an essential component to the successful management of a business. It's not just a side project or an auxiliary thing to think about once in a while. How technology is implemented can make or break a company. Because companies now know this, they're looking for IT professionals that specialize in building technological systems that help an entire business function. The position is usually referred to as a business architect and is populating job search boards like crazy right now. Basically, instead of waiting for a company to tell you which system to implement, you'll need to approach a business with a complete plan for making their daily functions work better. The architecture covers every aspect of the company including communication, security, and organization. This kind of architect is a strategist that sits in on the big meetings with company owners and CEOs. Their every effort is to make a business function better.

These are just two of the newest positions populated IT job boards. Next time, we'll discuss two more positions that you need to consider if you wish to get a job in today's IT market.