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Question For Blind IT Pros (self.Blind)
submitted by Talan1177
I have RP and I still have a decent amount of sight although I am legally blind. I already have a bachelors degree in computer engineering. I am looking to go back to school and continuing my IT education. I am wondering what you all work in? I am thinking maybe cyber security. I just want to pick something that I can still do even if I go totally blind at some point. Technology has been a passion of mine since childhood. I was programming VCRs without the manual when they were very difficult to program. I look forward to seeing what you fine folks have to say.
quanin 6 points 4y ago
Programming, networking, sysadmin stuff if your employer will work with you on putting the screenreader on or magnifying the server gear (possibly not as much of a conditional if Narrator keeps doing what it's doing), and yeah, cybersecurity are all viable options. I'm totally blind and am a network operations analyst for now until something with better pay comes along. Entirely doable.
MyNutsSmellAmazing 2 points 4y ago
I test websites, web applications, documents, and traditional client server apps for accessibility and section 508 compliance. It’s a highly sought after IT specialty, that commands a pretty decent salary, even if you’re working for a government agency.
Think 75, to 150 K, depending on your experience, and the job you are doing in the field.I’m totally blind and easily do my job, so I think you’d be a shoe in. :-)
Think 75, to 150 K, depending on your experience, and the job you are doing in the field.I’m totally blind and easily do my job, so I think you’d be a shoe in. :-)
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