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Occupation

Computer Network Architects

Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

$134,050 medianBright outlookBachelor's typical

O*NET 31.0 · 15-1241.00

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

  1. 01Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
  2. 02Develop and implement solutions for network problems.
  3. 03Develop conceptual, logical, or physical network designs.
  4. 04Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
  5. 05Coordinate installation of new equipment.
  6. 06Monitor and analyze network performance and reports on data input or output to detect problems, identify inefficient use of computer resources, or perform capacity planning.
  7. 07Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
  8. 08Communicate with system users to ensure accounts are set up properly or to diagnose and solve operational problems.
  9. 09Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.
  10. 10Design, build, or operate equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.
  11. 11Adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.
  12. 12Communicate with vendors to gather information about products, alert them to future needs, resolve problems, or address system maintenance issues.

Task statements ranked by how many workers report them · O*NET 31.0

What the posting will be called

Computer Network TechnologistNetwork AnalystSolutions ArchitectSystems EngineerNetwork ConsultantNetwork Systems ConsultantNetworking Systems EngineerSystem ProgrammerWAN Engineer (Wide Area Network Engineer)Wireless Network Engineer

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Knowledge the job leans on

Computers and ElectronicsTelecommunicationsEngineering and TechnologyEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingDesignCustomer and Personal ServiceMathematics

Skills that carry over from service

Complex Problem SolvingProgrammingSystems EvaluationSystems AnalysisJudgment and Decision MakingCoordinationQuality Control AnalysisTechnology Design