Occupation information for Computer Network Architects District Of Columbia

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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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Currently Employed: 1,420

Projected Annual Job Openings: 90

Typical Hourly Wage: $50.75 - $77.83

Typical Annual Salary: $105,570 - $161,880

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: 5 years or more work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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  • Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
  • Develop disaster recovery plans.
  • 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.
  • Coordinate network or design activities with designers of associated networks.
  • Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
  • Develop conceptual, logical, or physical network designs.
  • Develop and implement solutions for network problems.
  • 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.
  • Visit vendors, attend conferences or training sessions, or study technical journals to keep up with changes in technology.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Access servers
  • Computer servers
  • Network analyzers
  • Network channel or data service units
  • Network switches

Technology:
  • Administration software
  • Development environment software
  • Network monitoring software
  • Operating system software
  • Web platform development software
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