$99,180
AVERAGE ANNUALLY
$49,470
ENTRY LEVEL
$100,210
MID LEVEL
$135,970
EXPERT LEVEL
$47.68
AVERAGE HOURLY
$23.78
ENTRY LEVEL
$48.18
MID LEVEL
$65.37
EXPERT LEVEL
(IT) Information Technology
Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks.
Computer Network Architects
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.
Projected Jobs
Computer Network Architects
3,520
Projected job openings through 2030
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Supporting Programs
Computer Network Architects
Top Expected Tasks
Computer Network Architects
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.
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.
Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Computer Network Architects
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Telecommunications
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Design
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Information Ordering
ABILITY
Written Expression
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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.