Computer Network Architects
- Information Technology
Median Yearly Income
$129,216
Most Common Education Level
Bachelor's degree
Projected Job Growth
+4.39%
What do Computer Network Architects do?
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.
Career Interests Areas
- Investigative
- Conventional
- Realistic
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.