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Job Description

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. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 15-1143.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 104,240.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 50.00
Currently, there are 157,070 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Computer Network Architects”.

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Tasks for “LAN/WAN Engineer (Local Area Network/Wide Area Network Engineer)”

Coordinate network or design activities with designers of associated networks.
Prepare design presentations and proposals for staff or customers.
Develop conceptual, logical, or physical network designs.
Develop disaster recovery plans.
Maintain or coordinate the maintenance of network peripherals, such as printers.
Prepare or monitor project schedules, budgets, or cost control systems.
Estimate time and materials needed to complete projects.
Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.
Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
Adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.
Communicate with vendors to gather information about products, alert them to future needs, resolve problems, or address system maintenance issues.
Monitor and analyze network performance and reports on data input or output to detect problems, identify inefficient use of computer resources, or perform capacity planning.
Explain design specifications to integration or test engineers.
Research and test new or modified hardware or software products to determine performance and interoperability.
Develop network-related documentation.
Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
Visit vendors, attend conferences or training sessions, or study technical journals to keep up with changes in technology.
Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
Supervise engineers or other staff in the design or implementation of network solutions.
Determine specific network hardware or software requirements, such as platforms, interfaces, bandwidths, or routine schemas.
Communicate with system users to ensure accounts are set up properly or to diagnose and solve operational problems.
Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
Develop or maintain project reporting systems.
Prepare detailed network specifications, including diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, or recommended technologies.
Design, build, or operate equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.
Develop plans or budgets for network equipment replacement.
Develop procedures to track, project, or report network availability, reliability, capacity, or utilization.
Coordinate installation of new equipment.
Develop and write procedures for installation, use, or troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.
Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs.
Design, organize, and deliver product awareness, skills transfer, or product education sessions for staff or suppliers.
Use network computer-aided design (CAD) software packages to optimize network designs.
Develop and implement solutions for network problems.

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