The effects of job security and other employment considerations on the organizational attitudes of IT professionals

Abstract

IT professionals have faced a labor market with extremely fluctuating demand. Labor market changes such as outsourcing and off-shoring can create concerns about job security, which in turn may affect IT professionals' organizational attitudes. This paper uses psychological contract theory to examine the effects of job security and other employment considerations of IT professionals on their organizational attitudes. Findings of the study suggest that job security, compensation, and new opportunities have a positive effect on their job satisfaction and organizational commitment. Based upon these findings, a discussion is provided on the structure of employment considerations.