Illustrative career stages, the technical track versus management, and what to build next. Current market benchmark figures are on the salary page.
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The typical next step is IT Service Delivery Manager or Operations Manager, overseeing multiple desk teams or an entire client account, usually after 2 to 4 years leading a single team successfully.
It is close to a baseline expectation at this level. Most Metro Manila and Clark employers running SLA-driven accounts specifically look for ITIL v4 certification when hiring or promoting into the lead role.