<p>Hi all,</p>
<p>I recently just graduated as a double major with a BS in Computer Engineering and another BS in Electrical Engineering. I was offered a job which I took for a Fortune 500 company in the financial services industry. The job specifically is an IT job with a concentration in mainframe security.</p>
<p>My question is along the lines of IT vs Computer/Electrical Engineering. I am concerned with my future job outlook and I was hoping for some guidance. I was wondering if I am hurting my marketability by taking a job in IT over a specific engineering job. Don't get me wrong I am getting paid much higher then I expected upon graduation. (Great benefits, great company) </p>
<p>However, should I be worried that the decision will hurt me down the road if I need to look for an opportunity elsewhere? Will employers look down upon jumping from an IT job to an engineering job?</p>
<p>On the other hand, I look at my opportunity as a blessing. With the current state of the economy I am thankful for the opportunity that was handed to me, and I am thrilled to start my job for a great company. I mean 2-3 years of experience at a great company can;t hurt my resume.</p>
<p>So this basically comes down to am I hurting my marketability with 2-3 years of IT experience then if need be, jumping to engineering?</p>
<p>I am just looking for some opinions, I appreciate all your help.</p>
<p>Thanks</p>