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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

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Tasks for “Computer Network Architects”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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Redundant array of independent disks RAID systems
Workstations
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Network-attached storage NAS equipment
Laptop computers
Spectrum analyzers
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Local area network LAN switches
Mail transport servers
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Time domain reflectometers
Network channel service units CSU or data service units DSU
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Firewall equipment
Load balancers
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Wireless network controllers
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Intelligent hubs
Voice over internet protocol VoIP systems
File servers
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