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About This Career Path

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.

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Also Known As

  • Business systems analyst
  • Computer analyst
  • Computer security system specialist
  • Computer systems analysts
  • Data security administrator
  • Information security manager
  • Information security specialist
  • Information systems security analyst
  • Information technology specialist
  • Network security engineer
  • Communications engineer
  • Computer security specialist
  • Computer systems analyst
  • Computer systems security analyst
  • Information security analyst
  • Information security officer
  • Information systems analyst (isa)
  • Information technology security analyst
  • Network engineer
  • Systems engineer
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Business & Computer Information Systems

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.

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Salary Breakdown

Computer Network Architects

Average

$118,810

ANNUAL

$57.12

HOURLY

Entry Level

$77,680

ANNUAL

$37.35

HOURLY

Mid Level

$120,240

ANNUAL

$57.81

HOURLY

Expert Level

$165,470

ANNUAL

$79.55

HOURLY

Projected Jobs

Computer Network Architects

4,330

Projected job openings through 2032

Sample Career Roadmap

Computer Network Architects

Supporting Certifications

Computer Information Systems
 Arizona Western College
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Networking
 Arizona Western College
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Supporting Programs

Computer Network Architects

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Computer Information Systems - Arizona Western College
Arizona Western College
  Yuma, AZ 85365      Degree Program
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Computer Information Systems - Arizona Western College
Arizona Western College
  Yuma, AZ 85365      Certification
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Networking - Arizona Western College
Arizona Western College
  Yuma, AZ 85365      Certification
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Top Expected Tasks

Computer Network Architects

01

Develop disaster recovery plans.

02

Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.

03

Develop and implement solutions for network problems.

04

Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.

05

Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.

06

Coordinate installation of new equipment.

07

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.

08

Develop network-related documentation.

09

Develop and write procedures for installation, use, or troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.

10

Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Computer Network Architects

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

KNOWLEDGE

Engineering and Technology

KNOWLEDGE

Telecommunications

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Education and Training

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Complex Problem Solving

SKILL

Programming

SKILL

Systems Evaluation

ABILITY

Category Flexibility

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Inductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Information Ordering

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

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