Engineering and Technology

Computer Network Architect

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Build and Secure Cutting-Edge Networks

A Computer Network Architect is responsible for designing and implementing 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.

RELATED JOB TITLES

Computer Network Technologist, Network Analyst, Network Consultant, Network Systems Consultant, Networking Systems Engineer, Solutions Architect, System Programmer, Systems Engineer, WAN Engineer (Wide Area Network Engineer), Wireless Network Engineer

Facts and Stats

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O*NET Code: 15-1241.00

$130k

Median wages (annual)

12,300

Projected job openings

>9%

Projected growth (much faster than average)

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