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Computer Network Architects

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.

$129,840
Median Pay
4-6 years
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Score 3/6: high AI task exposure, growing job demand means AI will assist but humans remain essential

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AI Exposure
High+0

66% of tasks can be accelerated by AI

Job Growth
Growing+2

+12% projected (2024-2034)

Human Advantage
Moderate+1

EPOCH score: 15/25

Total Score3/6
Methodology: v2.0 - GPTs are GPTs / BLS / EPOCH Additive ScoringUpdated: 2026-01-09
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Key Responsibilities

  • Develop disaster recovery plans.
  • Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
  • Develop and implement solutions for network problems.
  • Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
  • Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
  • Coordinate installation of new equipment.
  • 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.
  • Develop network-related documentation.
  • Develop and write procedures for installation, use, or troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.
  • Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.

Education & Training

Typical Entry Education

Bachelor's degree

Time to Job Ready

4-6 years

Based on Job Zone 4. For formal education duration only, see education_duration.

Technology Skills

Cisco networkingCloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)PythonLinuxNetwork security toolsDocker/KubernetesTerraform

Key Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingCategory FlexibilityOral ExpressionNear Vision

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Compensation Details

$77,960
10th Percentile
$129,840
Median
$195,000
90th Percentile

Based on 174,100 employed workers

Also Known As

Cloud ArchitectCloud Network EngineerComputer Network AnalystComputer Network EngineerComputer Network TechnologistData Communications AnalystEnterprise ArchitectInternetworking Technician (Internetworking Tech)IT Analyst (Information Technology Analyst)IT Network Engineer (Information Technology Network Engineer)

Data from O*NET 30.1 and BLS Occupational Employment Statistics

O*NET Code: 15-1241.00