Network and Computer Systems Administrators
SOC: 15-1142.00
Description:
Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users and may perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. May monitor and test Web site performance to ensure Web sites operate correctly and without interruption. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software. May supervise computer user support specialists and computer network support specialists. May administer network security measures.
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2015 wage data.
Employment Projections:
382,600 employed
412,800 employed
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2015 2014-2024 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2014-2024). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Alternate Titles:
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Experience:
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Education:
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Job Training:
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
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Related Positions:
computer and mathematical
industry stats
SOC: 15-0000
Total Employed: 4,005,250
Average Annual Salary: $86,170
