$64,890
AVERAGE ANNUALLY
$38,520
ENTRY LEVEL
$61,110
MID LEVEL
$98,190
EXPERT LEVEL
$31.20
AVERAGE HOURLY
$18.52
ENTRY LEVEL
$29.38
MID LEVEL
$47.21
EXPERT LEVEL
(IT) Information Technology
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks.
Computer Network Support Specialists
About this Career Path
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
Projected Jobs
Computer Network Support Specialists
2,450
Projected job openings through 2030
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Supporting Programs
Computer Network Support Specialists
Top Expected Tasks
Computer Network Support Specialists
Back up network data.
Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
Document network support activities.
Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.
Install network software, including security or firewall software.
Troubleshoot network or connectivity problems for users or user groups.
Provide telephone support related to networking or connectivity issues.
Evaluate local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN) performance data to ensure sufficient availability or speed, to identify network problems, or for disaster recovery purposes.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Computer Network Support Specialists
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Telecommunications
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Learning
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Expression
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Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.