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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 “Network Manager”

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

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