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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. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

Currently Employed: 580

Projected Annual Job Openings: 40

Typical Hourly Wage: $39.15 - $60.66

Typical Annual Salary: $81,400 - $126,200

• 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.

• Computer servers
• Network analyzers
• Network switches
• Notebook computers
• Power meters

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