Connecting Technology, Business, and People
The IT industry offers career opportunities far beyond traditional technical roles. From cybersecurity and IT services to sales, customer success, and leadership, technology professionals can build careers that combine technical knowledge with communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
DSDT’s next Career Connect will give students and aspiring IT professionals the opportunity to learn directly from an experienced industry leader about what it takes to succeed in today’s technology workforce.
Meet Brett Chittum
DSDT is excited to welcome Brett Chittum, an experienced IT sales and customer success leader with more than 30 years of experience working across IT services, cybersecurity, and insurance.
Throughout his career, Brett has gained valuable insight into the skills businesses look for when hiring and developing IT professionals. During this Career Connect session, he will share his experience and perspective on building a successful career in the technology industry.
What You’ll Learn
During the session, attendees will have the opportunity to explore:
- IT Career Opportunities – Discover different career paths within the technology industry.
- Cybersecurity – Learn about the growing importance of cybersecurity and the professionals supporting it.
- IT Sales – Understand how technology and sales work together to help businesses solve problems.
- Customer Success – Explore why communication, relationships, and customer support are essential in IT.
- Leadership – Learn about the qualities that can help technology professionals grow into leadership roles.
- Employer Expectations – Gain insight into the skills, mindset, and qualities employers value when hiring IT professionals.
Why Career Connect Matters
Breaking into the technology industry can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to understand which career path is right for you. Hearing directly from experienced professionals can provide valuable insight that goes beyond what you can learn in a classroom.
Career Connect gives DSDT students the opportunity to hear real-world experiences, ask questions, and better understand what it takes to build a career in technology.
Whether you’re interested in IT, cybersecurity, sales, customer success, or leadership, this session can help you see how your technology skills can translate into a variety of professional opportunities.
Join DSDT for Career Connect
📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026
🕒 3:00–3:45 PM EST
💻 Microsoft Teams
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced IT industry professional and discover new possibilities for your career.
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Your next career opportunity could start with a conversation.
