Computer Network Architect

Course Advisor • Remote (NJ, United States) • $200k - $250k / year • 2m ago

Job Description: 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.

Life As a Computer Network Architect

Develop disaster recovery plans.
Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.
Develop network-related documentation.
Estimate time and materials needed to complete projects.
Develop plans or budgets for network equipment replacement.
Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.

What Every Computer Network Architect Should Know

Computer Network Architects state the following job skills are important in their day-to-day work.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Types of Computer Network Architect Jobs

Network Developer
Solutions Architect
Network Systems Integrator
Network Consultant

Average Computer Network Architects Salary

The salary for Computer Network Architects ranges between about $60,310 and $164,280 a year.

Computer Network Architects who work in Delaware, Maryland, or New Jersey, make the highest salaries.

Tools & Technologies Used by Computer Network Architects

Below is a list of the types of tools and technologies that Computer Network Architects may use on a daily basis:

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Office
Microsoft PowerPoint
Git
Python
jQuery
Microsoft Access
Node.js
MySQL
MongoDB
SAP
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Project
Autodesk AutoCAD
Microsoft SharePoint

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